Sleep apnea is caused by airway blockage from soft tissue in the mouth and throat that create irregular breathing patterns when sleeping. Most often, those affected suffer from loud snoring and feeling tired even after a full night of sleep. The body wakes up several times per night due to lack of oxygen, thus preventing continual sleep and causing chronic exhaustion. Being more common in overweight patients, weight loss is highly recommended to help keep airways open. In more major cases, the use of a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine may be necessary.

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The solution offered at Northwoods Dental is a small mouthguard-like device that fits comfortably in the mouth while you sleep. The design keeps your oral muscles from collapsing into your airway while you sleep, drastically reducing snoring while increasing the level of oxygen your body gets - keeping you sound asleep.