Dental Sleep Apnea Medicine & Snoring Mouthpiece Treatment St Louis

1. Call Us at 636-394-6044

2. The Need For Sleep Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) occurs when the tongue and soft palate relax into the airway during sleep and prevent your breath from flowing freely. When the airway is sufficiently blocked, our body’s built in survival instinct is triggered and we awaken sufficiently to restart breathing. As we fall back into sleep, we again relax, OSA re-occurs, we reawaken and the cycle continues throughout the night. The waking episodes can happen a few times a night (mild apnea) to many times an hour and can last for seconds or several minutes while the body struggles to breathe. The resulting disruption to sleep can produce any number of effects on the body from a simple headache and sleepiness to more severe health issues, such as a link to heart disease and depression.

3. Snoring 67% of adults snore, and while snoring may not seem to be the same health problem as OSA, it can be an indicator of sleep apnea. In addition, the noise of snoring can actually cause the sleeper and (more often) others to wake during the night. The resulting lack of sleep produces the same results no matter the cause.

4. Our Treatment Options • EMA • Narval™ CC The EMA is also a custom-made appliance that fits over the upper and lower teeth. It differs from the Adjustable PM Positioner in that it is in two pieces that connect with straps on the sides. This appliance uses a thinner plastic and can feel be less intrusive for patients who have smaller mouths or a concern about wearing something in their mouth. The straps come in 5 different lengths and flexibilities which allows jaw position to be advanced gradually. While the thinner wall of this appliance and the flush fitting straps benefit fit, it is not as durable as other appliances nor is it as adjustable as some other appliances. The Narval™ CC is a custom-made mandibular repositioning device (MRD). The Narval™ CC is an alternative solution for patients with mild to moderate OSA and patients who do not tolerate CPAP treatment. It has patented physiological articulation and unique comfortable splints to optimise patient acceptance and treatment efficacy.

5. Snoring Somnodent The TAP® 3 The TAP® 3 appliance is a proven treatment protocol for mild to severe OSA. The relatively simple design attaches the upper and lower jaws together by utilizing a small hook and socket mechanism and holds the adjustment position until the device is removed. The TAP® 3 uses a small, detachable key that can be used by the patient to self-manage the adjustments incrementally, allowing the jaw the opportunity to adapt gradually, until the desired position is achieved. This custom made appliance is two piece that easily fits over the teeth. There is no connector in this style, allowing greater flexibility and movement for the wearer. Adjustments are made at the side of the upper piece with a key and screw mechanism. Wings at the sides of the bottom piece “ride” against ridges on the side of the top piece. This appliance is durable and works well for patients who clench or grind teeth during sleep.

6. Connect Us Kevin F. Postol, D.D.S.Snoring and Sleep Apnea Dental Treatment 15208 Manchester RoadBallwin, MO 63011, USA. E-mail: kpostol@postoldds.com Phone: 636-394-6044 Fax:636-394-9624 Office Hours Monday....................10:00am • 7:00pmTuesday....................9:00am • 6:00pmWednesday..............7:00am • 4:00pmThursday...................7:00am • 4:00pmFriday........................Closed http://www.gotquietsleep.com/