At Clarendon Family Dentistry, we work with primary care doctors and sleep physicians to provide safe, effective sleep apnea treatment tailored to your needs.
What Does Sleep Apnea Treatment Involve?
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
A standard treatment involves using a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) mask that introduces a pressurized stream of air to help you breathe freely. However, many patients find the mask uncomfortable and dislike the sound of the machine. As a result, they don’t use their CPAP mask, putting their health at risk.
Sleep Apnea Mouthguard
If you struggle to wear your CPAP or have mild to moderate sleep apnea, we can help you by customizing a simple dental appliance. It's crucial to see your primary doctor or sleep physician first, who will evaluate your needs and recommend the safest, most effective treatment. We will be happy to refer you if needed.
Next, Dr. Mooney will take impressions of your teeth to customize your sleep apnea device. This appliance fits over your teeth like a mouthguard but positions your lower jaw slightly forward to keep your airway open and allow you to breathe freely.
Need a Sleep Apnea Dentist in Arlington, VA?
Untreated sleep apnea can put your health at risk and rob you of restful sleep. Call Clarendon Family Dentistry today at (703) 522-8894 to learn how we can help you.