Sleep Apnea | North Calgary Orthodontics

Your Northwest Calgary Choice for Sleep Apnea!

If you are struggling with loud snoring, or are dealing with disrupted sleep, you might be experiencing signs of sleep apnea, a condition that affects not only your nightly rest but your overall health. At North Calgary Orthodontics, we understand the challenges that sleep apnea presents, and we are here to help. With our customized sleep apnea appliance therapy, we provide a non invasive, effective solution to help you breathe easier and sleep better.

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Understanding Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea occurs when breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most prevalent form, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs when throat muscles relax excessively, causing airway blockages. These interruptions can lead to poor sleep quality, excessive daytime fatigue, and even long term health concerns if left untreated.

If you suspect sleep apnea, a conversation with us can be the first step toward diagnosis and treatment.

Common Sleep Apnea Symptoms Include:

Loud, chronic snoring
Waking up gasping or choking
Morning headaches or dry mouth
Difficulty staying asleep or restless nights
Trouble concentrating or irritability during the day
Frequent nighttime trips to the bathroom
Daytime fatigue or drowsiness

How Sleep Apnea Appliance Therapy Works

At North Calgary Orthodontics, we offer custom fitted oral appliances as an effective alternative to CPAP machines. While CPAP devices can be bulky, noisy, and uncomfortable for many patients, oral appliances are compact, and easy to wear.

These specialized devices gently reposition your lower jaw and tongue to maintain an open airway while you sleep. Not only can they significantly reduce or eliminate snoring and breathing disruptions, but they also help prevent related dental issues like tooth grinding, enamel wear, and jaw tension.

Benefits of Sleep Apnea Appliances:

Comfortable and discreet fit
Improves airflow and reduces snoring
Helps prevent clenching and grinding
Supports better oral and overall health
Easy to travel with and maintain

North Calgary Orthodontics takes pride in creating custom night guards tailored to each patient and their symptoms. Dr. Kinniburgh begins with a thorough assessment and works closely with you to design an appliance that maximizes comfort and effectiveness. With the right appliance and proper follow up care, you can enjoy a more restful sleep and an improvement in overall oral health.

If you are experiencing signs of sleep apnea or have already been diagnosed and are seeking a more comfortable treatment option, North Calgary Orthodontics is here to help. Call us at (403) 226-1991 to schedule a consultation and learn more about how sleep apnea appliance therapy can improve your sleep and overall oral health!