If you snore or have been told you have mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, a custom oral sleep appliance may help you sleep more quietly and restfully. At Greene Dental Associates in Fairborn, Ohio, Dr. Percy Torkornoo provides oral appliances as a comfortable alternative to CPAP for patients who have trouble tolerating a machine. Learn more about sleep apnea treatment at our Fairborn office.
An oral sleep appliance is a small device worn over your teeth while you sleep. It gently holds your lower jaw slightly forward, which helps keep the airway open and reduces the vibration of soft tissue that causes snoring. Because the appliance is custom-made from impressions or digital scans of your teeth, it fits comfortably and is easy to take with you when you travel.
It is important to know that treatment for sleep apnea always starts with a proper diagnosis. Sleep apnea is a medical condition, so a physician first needs to evaluate your sleep and confirm whether an oral appliance is an appropriate option for your situation. Once you have that evaluation, Dr. Torkornoo can fabricate your appliance, fit it, and make adjustments so it stays comfortable over time.
What does the visit look like? After reviewing your physician’s findings, we take precise impressions or scans of your teeth and send them to the dental laboratory. We work with well-established dental laboratories, whose custom-made appliances are a widely used option for snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. When your appliance is ready, you return for a fitting, and we schedule follow-up visits to check the fit and your progress.
Many patients choose an oral appliance because it is quiet, simple to use, and much easier to travel with than CPAP equipment. With proper care and regular checkups, a well-fitted appliance can provide years of quieter nights and more restful mornings. We cannot promise specific medical outcomes, but many patients report sleeping better and waking up feeling more refreshed.
Patients from Fairborn, Dayton, Beavercreek, and surrounding communities trust Greene Dental Associates for thoughtful, personalized dental care. If snoring or a sleep apnea diagnosis is affecting your rest, call us to learn whether a custom oral appliance could be right for you.
Ready to sleep more quietly? Call (937) 426-2400 or Book an Appointment online today.