Sleep Apnea Treatments in Washington, D.C.
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Contact UsWhat Is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition marked by repeated pauses in breathing while you sleep. This chronic condition, which affects an estimated tens of millions of adults in the United States, is caused by the muscles around the airways relaxing, which allows gravity to pull the airways shut. This effect causes short-term suffocation, which puts excessive strain on the body, leading to cardiovascular complications and other health issues such as hypertension, memory loss, mood changes, weight gain, and fatigue. While there are many snoring or sleep apnea solutions for severe cases, including various surgeries and medical devices like CPAP, more patients are turning to dental treatments to help alleviate mild to moderate sleep apnea. At Presidential Dental Group in Washington, D.C., we concentrate on producing custom-fit night guards to offer relief to our sleep apnea patients. Dr. Kami'Lah Brown is proud to offer this easy, cozy, and reliable support to help you attain better health and a good night's sleep.
How Do Sleep Apnea Treatments Work?
At Presidential Dental Group, we often recommend a sleep apnea treatment known as oral appliance therapy (OAT), which is done with a custom-made device worn in the mouth while you sleep. One type of appliance is called a mandibular advancement device (MAD), which gently positions your lower jaw forward to keep your airways open while you sleep. The other is a tongue-retaining device (TRD), which holds your tongue in place to prevent any obstruction of your airways. There are over a hundred unique models on the market, so Dr. Brown will work with you to make certain you get the right one for you based on the structure of your mouth and jaw.
For certain sleep apnea patients, Dr. Brown may advise a procedure called rapid maxillary expansion. This treatment involves attaching a screw device to the upper jaw to relieve pressure on the nasal passages and allow for easier breathing.
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I am eternally grateful for the care and professional services received by Dr. Hancock and HER AMAZING TEAM!
Everyone was amazing ! Dr Brown is so thorough and Ines, Sheri, and Nikita were great. :)
I had a wonderful experience at Ivory Dental Centre! From the moment I arrived, the staff was welcoming, friendly, and professional. The front desk staff was especially kind and helpful, which made a great first impression. My dental hygienist was thorough, informative, and took the time to explain my oral health and recommendations. I appreciated how comfortable and well-informed I felt throughout my appointment. Overall, it was a very positive experience, and I would definitely recommend this office to others. I look forward to returning!
My dental anxiety has always come down to one thing: the feeling that people are playing guessing games in my mouth. Dr. Ivory Hancock and the team at Presidential Dental Group are the first to alleviate this anxiety.They were pleasant, professional, and thorough. They used tools I hadn't experienced before and explained what they were doing as they worked. Nobody left me guessing, and I felt at ease the entire visit.The administrative side matters just as much, and this is where my last practice failed me. I once showed up for an appointment they had canceled without telling me. Then I spent weeks calling and getting voicemail, with promised callbacks that never came. Weeks became months. In dentistry, missed time can turn into complications.None of that here. Scheduling was clean, communication was clear, and I left knowing exactly what comes next.I'm not shopping for another dentist. If I have my way, I'll never visit a new dentist again. Dr. Hancock and her team are good at what they do, and they treat patients like people while doing it.
Very pleasant and professionalMy journey with them has yielded some great results.
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If you suffer from symptoms like fatigue, foggy brain, or recurring headaches in the morning, it's possible that you are living with sleep apnea. This very serious condition often goes unnoticed because it only arises when you're asleep. To learn more about sleep apnea and potential treatments, reach out to Presidential Dental Group to schedule a consultation with Dr. Brown. Our Washington, D.C. dental team will work to craft a therapy plan to help you sleep more soundly.