Dental Sleep Medicine

Dentists can address issues with your teeth and gums, but did you know we can also help with sleep issues? Dental sleep medicine focuses on using dental appliances or functional orthodontics to solve sleep disorders. Makowski Dental is proud to offer this service to patients who want a better night’s sleep.

How Can Dental Sleep Appliances Help?

Dental appliances like mouth guards or retainers can promote better sleep by pushing the jaw forward to keep the airway open. Each device is custom-fit for the patient, and they’ll have to wear them when they sleep. Dental sleep appliances can help promote better sleep by allowing the patient to breathe normally throughout the night to stop disruption.

Common Sleeping Problems

Quality sleep is essential for your health, and many sleeping disorders and symptoms can prevent you from getting the sleep you need. Some of the common conditions dental sleep medicine can help with include the following:

• Sleep apnea
  
• Snoring
  
• TMJ
  
• Bruxism
  

Why is Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Important?

There are many physical and mental benefits of getting good sleep. If conditions like sleep apnea or snoring are disrupting your slumber, dental sleep medicine can help. Below are some of the reasons why it’s crucial to get enough sleep.

• Maintain a healthy weight
  
• Reduces stress
  
• Lowers risk for serious health problems
  
• Helps you think more clearly
  

Are You Interested in Learning More About Dental Sleep Medicine?

The team at Makowski Dental wants to help you get better sleep by using dental sleep medicine. We’re ready to help patients like you get peace of mind by helping to manage sleep apnea or snoring. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment!