Yes, once a diagnosis is confirmed, a dentist in Lake Oswego can offer a CPAP alternative, including a custom oral appliance for many patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea.
Oral appliance therapy starts with a consultation and a custom fitting, followed by adjustments to ensure the appliance is tailored to your needs.
Oral Appliance Therapy as a CPAP Alternative
A TAP oral appliance is a custom-fitted device that gently moves the lower jaw forward to keep the airway open during sleep. It is small, easy to travel with, and, as a result, frequently cited as a more comfortable and convenient option than a CPAP machine with a mask and hose.
Who It Works For
Oral appliances are generally best suited to mild to moderate sleep apnea, while severe cases often still call for CPAP. Our practice offers sleep apnea testing, which, combined with an evaluation of your symptoms and airway, is used to determine the best treatment option for you.
Another Cutting-Edge Sleep Apnea Treatment
It’s also worth noting that Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego also offers NightLase® laser snoring treatment, which uses a non-invasive laser to gently tighten and tone tissue in the throat and soft palate to reduce the vibration that causes snoring.
Sleep Apnea Treatment in Lake Oswego, OR
If a CPAP machine is not working for you, contact Dr. Larry Bowden and the considerate, well-informed Aesthetic Dentistry of Lake Oswego team to talk through your options and schedule an evaluation.