Dental Blog: Sleep Apnea and Oral Appliance Therapy

Yes. Many people do not realize that their dentist can play an important role in identifying and treating sleep apnea. At the office of Bruce E. Matthews, DDS in Wilmington, DE, we offer sleep apnea screening and work with local sleep physicians to help patients get the care they need.

Why a Dentist for Sleep Apnea Treatment?

Sleep apnea is …

A good night’s sleep should leave you feeling recharged, not groggy, foggy, and reaching for coffee before your feet hit the floor. But for many people in Wilmington, restless nights come with loud snoring, interrupted breathing, and constant fatigue.

If you struggle with sleep apnea and snoring, you may have heard that CPAP is the standard solution. While CPAP works …

Sleep apnea is a sleep condition notable for abnormal breathing during rest.

Patients who suffer from sleep apnea experience extended pauses while breathing as they sleep. These pauses in breathing result in low-quality sleep and affect the body's oxygen supply, creating a host of serious health conditions.

Do you snore loudly and constantly? Do you continually feel tired even after …

Have you been accused of loud snoring at night? Perhaps you find yourself feeling exhausted by noon even though you've had a full night's sleep? Did you know that you could be suffering from sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea is a dangerous sleep disorder that disrupts your normal rest cycle by waking you up throughout the night. This condition is prevalent …