Sleep Apnea

It is estimated that over 20 million people in the U.S. have sleep apnea, which can greatly increase risks for serious health problems. Sleep apnea interrupts your breathing while you sleep, which can impact your quality of sleep and affect your energy, cardiovascular system and much more. If you snore or have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, a non-invasive treatment is available. Our dental team at The Smile Lounge offers sleep apnea treatment at our dental center in Grand Prairie.

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of this sleep disorder. This occurs when the airway in the throat is blocked while you sleep, causing the disruption in breathing. Most people with obstructive sleep apnea also are chronic snorers, one of the main symptoms of sleep apnea. It is also common for sleep apnea patients to gasp or choke during sleep as they fight to clear their airway.