Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is an effective treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. Unfortunately, some patients find it difficult to use consistently. Common concerns include mask discomfort, skin irritation, unintentionally removing the mask during sleep, difficulty falling asleep with the equipment, and challenges transporting the machine while traveling.
Call Your Sleep Doctor First
If you are struggling with CPAP, the first step is to speak with your prescribing sleep physician. Adjustments to the mask style, air pressure, or humidification settings can sometimes resolve the issue. If CPAP remains difficult to tolerate, your physician may recommend evaluation for an alternative approach.
Oral appliance therapy may be an option for some patients, depending on their diagnosis, sleep apnea severity, oral health, and jaw function. Dr. Maddahi evaluates dental candidacy, creates and adjusts the custom appliance, and monitors the teeth and jaw throughout treatment.
Coordinated Care for Effective Results
Coordination between Orris Dental and the sleep physician remains essential. The goal is to confirm that the selected treatment is effectively managing the diagnosed condition.
Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious medical condition, but you may have options. Call Orris Dental in Framingham at (508) 270-6770 or book online to learn more. We also serve patients in Natick, Sudbury, Wayland, Ashland, Marlborough, Southborough, Westborough, Hopkinton, and Wellesley.