BUFFALO GENERAL DENTISTRY
SLEEP APNEA
IN BUFFALO, NY
Sleep apnea can be a dangerous and frustrating condition to have, but it can also be treated with the help of Dr. Jammal at our Amherst dental clinic. In our office, Dr. Jammal can assess your symptoms and determine whether a sleep study is necessary and prescribe one as needed. If a sleep study has already happened, our office can design a sleep appliance to allow patients to sleep comfortably without the need for a CPAP machine. Using Silent NiteⓇ technology, a custom made sleep appliance fits comfortably in patients mouth while they sleep, propping the jaw forward allowing the airway to be opened up, creating a more restful sleep.
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing is stopped and restarted continuously throughout the night. In some cases, sleep apnea can be very dangerous. This is because breathing can stop for longer periods of time without the patient noticing. In addition to being dangerous, sleep apnea can cause disrupted periods of sleep and cause patients to be fatigued throughout the day. Even more concerning are the medical consequences of untreated sleep apnea which include increased risk of stroke, hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. While there are many different factors that cause sleep apnea including obstruction of the airways, Dr. Jammal at our dental clinic in Amherst is proud to offer his patients an assessment to help with a healthier sleep.
How Do I Know If I Have Sleep Apnea?
Many of our patients are unsure how to tell if they have sleep apnea. The most common symptoms of sleep apnea include:
- Loud snoring throughout the night
- Gasping for breath during sleep
- Waking up with dry mouth
- Consistent headaches in the mornings
- Excessive fatigue throughout the day
- Insomnia
What Treatments are Available for Sleep Apnea
Dr. Jammal is board-certified by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. He expertly walks patients through the treatment process, from identifying risk factors for sleep apnea and scheduling sleep testing, to fabricating an Silent NiteⓇ oral appliance for sleep apnea treatment for our Amherst patients. This appliance props the jaw forward, allowing the airway to stay open during sleep. The appliance ultimately treats the condition and replaces the need to use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine.
How Much Does Sleep Apnea Treatment Cost?
The cost of your sleep apnea treatments from our Amherst dental clinic will vary depending on the extent of treatment needed to help you achieve your healthiest sleep. The best way to find out how much your sleep apnea treatments will cost is to come in for a private appointment with Dr. Daniel Jammal. In addition to working with most insurance providers, we are happy to offer flexible financing options through CareCredit®, Proceed Finance, Cherry, and an in-house Smile Club Loyalty Plan.
Dr. Daniel Jammal and the dental professionals at Buffalo General Dentistry can’t wait to help you get the bright smile you deserve. With more than 15 years of experience, Dr. Jammal is proud to offer general, restorative, cosmetic, and general dental services to residents of Amherst and the neighboring communities of Buffalo, NY. Contact us today to schedule your first appointment with Dr. Jammal and restore your healthy teeth.
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