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.
Presidential Dental Group Reviews
Always a great dental experience here. I was a patient for about 1.5 years and I only left because I moved out of state. I had cavity fillings, onlays, and regular cleanings and almost every appointment went very smoothly. All the staff was amazing too from the dentist to the front desk staff to the hygienist. It’s nice to be surrounded by women of color when you’re in a vulnerable and probably anxious state haha.
Great team, great music, great cleanings! Special shout out to Tiffany, one of the best most relaxed cleanings I’ve ever had!
This is the Best dentist office I visited in awhile. Their staff is out of this world, very knowledgeable and helpful. Ms.Lucy at the front and dental assistant Jay made me feel comfortable. This is my New Dentist Office now. 😀😁🤩
I highly recommend this dental office. The staff is friendly, accommodating and demonstrate expertise in all dental areas. I love the location, and the high-end building is gorgeous. I’ve been coming here for about a year and I plan to remain a loyal client. Thank you !
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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.