Sleep Apnea & Snoring Treatment


Woman having trouble sleeping

Suwanee Family Dentistry provides sleep apnea & snoring treatment in Suwanee, GA. Call 678-714-2380 to learn more and schedule an appointment.


A higher quality of sleep, a higher quality of life.


  • What is Dental Sleep Medicine?

    Many cases of obstructive sleep apnea can be treated with oral appliances that keep the lower jaw forward and the airway open.


  • How Do I Know If I have Sleep Apnea?

    Testing has become much easier and usually a home test is all that is needed.


Obstructive Sleep Apnea


Obstructive sleep apnea is an ongoing condition that disrupts sleep and can have a negative impact on overall health.


When breathing is interrupted while sleeping, you move out of deep sleep and into light sleep, making the quality of sleep poor. Many patients report daytime sleepiness, fatigue, or poor mood. If the interruptions are prolonged, the body reacts with the “fight or flight” response – increased heart rate, blood pressure, and stress response. Sleep apnea can be treated with lifestyle changes, mouthpieces, breathing devices, and/or surgery.


Woman having trouble sleeping

Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) is often an effective alternative to CPAP for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.


Many patients suffering from sleep apnea can find relief using a custom removable Oral Appliance Therapy appliance, which adjusts the position of the lower jaw and tongue to minimize airway obstruction.

For moderate to severe sleep apnea, a breathing device called CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) or surgery to widen the breathing passages by shrinking, stiffening, or removing excess tissue in the mouth and throat or resetting the lower jaw may be helpful. A CPAP machine uses a mask that fits over your mouth and/or nose and gently blows air into your throat. This air pressure helps keep your airway open while you sleep. Surgery to shrink the tissue involves a small shot into the breathing passages.


Snoring Therapy


Snoring is a common problem and can affect men and women of all ages.


Snoring is caused by a narrowing or blocking of the airway. The disruption of airflow causes the soft palate and tissues of the throat to vibrate. The narrower the airway becomes, the louder the snoring.

If you have had a test to rule out sleep apnea, snoring can often be treated by wearing a snore guard that maintains an open, unobstructed airway in the throat while you sleep.

Some common causes of snoring include:

  • Inflammation of the tissues in the mouth, nose, or throat (including tonsils)
  • Blocked nasal passages (often caused by a cold or allergies)
  • Lack of muscle tone (due to aging or poor fitness levels)
  • Obesity causes the airway to narrow due to fat
  • Medicines that cause relaxation

Call 678-714-2380 to schedule an appointment.


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