Here at Maestro Dental Wellness, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled transformative sleep apnea therapy in Albany, NY, ensuring our patients experience the rejuvenating power of restful sleep and improved overall well-being.
Ensuring optimal health and vitality begins with a restful night’s sleep. Numerous adults and children grapple with disordered breathing and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), conditions now recognized for their connection to cardiovascular disease, stroke, high blood pressure, motor vehicle accidents, hyperactivity, cognitive decline, and mortality.
At our Albany office, we provide assessments for OSA, and if deemed suitable, an alternative to CPAP known as Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT). We’ve achieved significant success using OAT to address mild to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Should you wish to explore how oral appliance therapy can enhance your OSA treatment, we eagerly anticipate assisting you for a better night’s sleep!
OSA involves a complete cessation of breathing for more than 10 seconds during sleep. Episodes deprive the body of oxygen, leading to daytime sleepiness, headaches, automobile accidents, heart disease, arterial disease, heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, GERD, and potentially death.
Snoring and sleep apnea result from the collapse of soft tissue structures in the upper airway, causing a narrowed airway opening. Snoring occurs due to the vibration of these tissues, while complete closure results in an “apnea event,” cutting off air supply to the lungs.
Causal factors may include:
• Structural issues – narrow jaw, large tongue, enlarged tonsils, adenoid enlargement, thick soft palate, small nasal valve, or deviated septum
• Other factors – allergies, excessive alcohol consumption, sedatives, smoking, disrupted sleep patterns, or reduced lung capacity (often linked to obesity)
Numerous options exist for treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), with the most suitable choice discussed with your physician. One such option is Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT), a method conducted under physician guidance by us. OAT is favored by many OSA patients due to its ease of adaptation and effectiveness.
By identifying patients likely to have OSA and referring them to the appropriate physician for diagnosis and treatment, we contribute to extending and enhancing lives. Dr. Maestro’s distinction as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine underscores our commitment to scientifically informed collaborative treatment of sleep-related breath disorders.
A removable device worn during sleep, the oral appliance aids in controlling sleep apnea and snoring, improving sleep quality by gently positioning the lower jaw and tongue forward. This action opens the throat’s back, reducing tissue obstruction and keeping the airway open during sleep.
Sleep Apnea poses health risks by disrupting normal sleep patterns and decreasing blood oxygen levels. Wearing an oral appliance during sleep may help maintain higher blood oxygen levels, alleviating issues associated with sleep-disordered breathing, such as daytime sleepiness, accidents, irregular heartbeats, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, obesity, and memory and learning problems.
Your physician will determine if Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) is suitable. We offer a complimentary examination after your diagnosis to assess your eligibility for OAT.
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Albany, NY
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Delmar, NY
Schedule your consultation with Maestro Dental Wellness today and experience the life-changing benefits of our transformative sleep apnea therapy. Take the first step towards a healthier, revitalized you!
