Sleep Apnea & Snoring Appliances Fort McMurray
Sleep Better. Live Healthier.
Now Offering Snoring & Sleep Apnea Treatment in Fort McMurray.
If you or someone you love snores loudly, wakes up feeling tired, or has been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), we can help.
Snoring and sleep apnea are more than nighttime nuisances—they can significantly impact your overall health, energy, and quality of life. Untreated sleep apnea has been linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, daytime fatigue, poor concentration, and other serious health concerns.
Our dental clinic in Fort McMurray now offers comfortable, non-surgical treatment options designed to help you breathe better and sleep more soundly. For many patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, or those who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy, a custom oral appliance can be an effective alternative. These appliances gently position the lower jaw to help keep the airway open throughout the night, reducing snoring and improving breathing.
Common Signs of Sleep Apnea
- Loud snoring
- Gasping or choking for air during sleep
- Difficulty staying asleep
- Excessive daytime sleepiness or tiredness
- Morning headaches
- Difficulty concentrating or momory problems
- Dry mouth upon waking
- Episodes where someone has noticed you stopped breathing during sleep
Risk Factors associated with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea can affect anyone, even children. But certain factors increase your risk. Factors that can increase the risk of sleep apnea include:
- Obesity greatly increases the risk of sleep apnea.
- People with larger neck circumference usually have narrower airways.
- You might also have inherited a narrow throat. Tonsils or adenoids also can enlarge and block the airway, particularly in children.
- Sleep apnea occurs significantly more often in older adults.
- Having family members with sleep apnea might increase your risk.
- Men are two to three times more likely to have sleep apnea than are women. However, women increase their risk if they're overweight, and their risk also appears to rise after menopause.
Our Comprehensive Approach
We believe better sleep begins with identifying the underlying cause of airway obstruction. Our assessment may include evaluation of your airway, jaw position, tongue posture, and other contributing factors to help determine the most appropriate treatment.
Benefits of Treatment
- Reduced or eliminated snoring
- Improved sleep quality
- Increased daytime energy and alertness
- Better overall health and well-being
- Comfortable, custom-fitted oral appliance therapy
- A non-invasive alternative for many CPAP-intolerant patients
