How can I treat Sleep Apnea?
Thursday, May 12th, 2011 at 4:35 pm
Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Mild cases of sleep apnea may be treated by implementing several lifestyle changes, such as losing weight, changing your diet, drinking less alcohol, or quitting smoking. For more severe cases, Dr. Katz can offer several treatment methods to help you breathe properly while sleeping.
Dr. Katz may fit you with an oral appliance called the SomnoDent MAS™. This device is precision-made and custom-fit for your mouth. It resembles a sports mouthpiece and covers your upper and lower teeth. The SomnoDent MAS™ places your lower jaw slightly forward from its natural resting position, causing your throat tissue to tighten so that it does not collapse. It is very effective in preventing snoring and treating mild to moderate cases of sleep apnea. In some cases, surgery is necessary, but only for patients suffering from severe sleep apnea.
To learn more about our many treatment methods for sleep apnea, please contact Dr. Katz today to schedule a consultation. He serves clients in the Herndon, Reston, and Arlington, Virginia area.
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