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Stop the Suffering with Oral Solutions
My Tacoma Dentist in Tacoma, Washington, offers oral solutions for sleep apnea that are effective in preventing associated problems. Also, find relief from migraines with our TMJ services. Contact our family dentistry to make an appointment and let us help you become pain-free.
Sleep Apnea
Approximately 90 percent of people who snore may actually suffer from an undiagnosed sleep disorder. Sleep apnea is a potentially life-threatening disorder that can result in chronic daytime sleepiness and fatigue, cardiovascular problems, and even stroke. Know the signs and symptoms of apnea so you can proactively treat and prevent the problem.
 
About Apnea
Apnea is defined as cessation of airflow for more than 10 seconds, which means people can go for periods of 10 seconds or more without sending oxygen to their brains. These periods of cessation repeat themselves as much as 20 times per hour during sleep, increasing the likelihood of serious complications. Snoring is not necessarily an implication of sleep apnea.
Orthodontics Services, Sleep Apnea in Tacoma, WA
2 Common Types
Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), each has specific symptoms, implications, and treatment. This is why it is crucial for your physician to perform the necessary tests to correctly diagnose your sleep disorder as one of the two specific types of apnea before developing a sleep treatment regimen.
 
Central Sleep Apnea
CSA is sleep disorder where there is a loss of breathing effort resulting in episodes of apnea, and is common in patients with heart failure, cerebrovascular disease, or in newborns. CSA occurs when the brain fails to send the appropriate signals to the muscles, which initiate breathing, which essentially stops the patient from breathing. This interruption may be due to the immaturity of the respiratory centers of the brain, as in pediatric cases, or due to the presence of drugs, seizures, brain injury, or neuromuscular disorders.
 
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
OSA is the repeated obstruction of breathing during sleep, caused by the collapse of the throat air passage and is common among approximately 17 percent of middle-aged men and women, and among children. Medical health, age, and other factors may contribute to OSA including obesity, abnormality of the facial bones, smoking cigarettes, or consuming alcohol. OSA has an even greater impact on co-existing illnesses such as heart failure and stroke.
 
Your Dentist Can Help with Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea has been proven a factor in many premature deaths, as well as a contributor to a high percentage of on-the-job injuries and motor vehicle accidents. My Tacoma Dentist offers oral treatment that is effective and considerably more comfortable than traditional methods. Ask My Tacoma Dentist for options that may be right for you.
 
Temporo Mandibular Joint Syndrome
An accredited dentist by trade, many patients refer to Dr. Wagner as the "Headache Relief Doctor" because of his ability to treat hundreds of patients suffering from headache, migraine, and jaw pain stemming from problems with TMJ.
 
Our innovative treatment for TMJ boasts an astounding 95% success rate with our patients—many receive instant relief. Review our free downloadable PDF about eliminating headaches, migraines, and facial pain, then call our dental office in Tacoma, Washington, to put an end to your constant suffering.

 Contact us at (866) 878-5935 in Tacoma, Washington, for more information about our family dentistry.