Sleep Apnea Treatment in Lodi, NJ | Sleep Better Solution

Sleep Better Solution offers treatment for obstructive sleep apnea in Lodi, NJ. To learn more about our sleep apnea services or schedule a consultation with Dr. Liao, please call

862-208-2112

What Is Sleep Apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea affects up to 39 million American adults. Patients may confuse this common condition with harmless snoring, but sleep apnea has severe health consequences when it goes untreated. Heart, metabolic, and kidney disease can happen in these patients.

Symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

If you or a family member has recognized that you have one or more of the following sleep-related symptoms, you should strongly consider seeing a sleep expert:

Loud snoring that may disturb partners and family members
Observed episodes of gasping or snorting at night
Excessive daytime fatigue
Irritability and mood changes
Cognitive issues like memory problems and inability to concentrate
Morning headaches
Dry mouth

Causes of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when tissue intermittently blocks the patient’s airway during sleep.

Throat tissue relaxing too much during sleep
The tongue falls backward when it relaxes, blocking the airway
Excess tissue related to large neck circumference or obesity
Narrow jaw or palate

What Happens if Obstructive Sleep Apnea Goes Untreated?

Researchers find that OSA is closely associated with many life-threatening health problems.

Cardiovascular Problems

High blood pressure and congestive heart failure are strongly associated with obstructive sleep apnea. More than half of heart failure patients suffer from obstructive sleep apnea.

Stroke

Obstructive sleep apnea raises the risk of stroke seven times. Stroke is a leading cause of death among Americans over 60.

Diabetes

Obstructive sleep apnea and Type 2 diabetes share a close relationship. Up to half of all Type 2 diabetes patients suffer from OSA.

Mood Disorders

Many people with mood disorders like depression, PTSD, and anxiety also have obstructive sleep apnea.

Sexual Dysfunction

OSA can lower testosterone production, leading to sexual dysfunction in middle-aged men.

Oral Health Issues

Dry mouth caused by OSA leads to higher rates of tooth decay and gum disease.

Chronic Fatigue

The fatigue produced by obstructive sleep apnea may be one of its most dangerous consequences. OSA patients are up to seven times more likely to be involved in an automobile accident due to sleepiness and difficulty concentrating.

Why Choose Sleep Better Solution

We are sleep specialists who use highly advanced technology to diagnose and treat obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Steven Liao has served the Lodi community for over a decade, and his dental experience led him to a deep interest and concern for sleep apnea patients. His practice focuses on patients' complete well-being and aims to help them reduce health risks.

Procedures Offered

Sleep Apnea Screening

Dr. Liao screens patients for sleep apnea by closely interviewing them and discussing their symptoms. The doctor then sends patients home with a small ring-like medical device that tracks sleep quality and transmits the data directly to them. Analyzing the data helps him diagnose the condition and recommend appropriate treatment.

Oral Appliance Therapy

The ProSomnus oral appliance is a practical, comfortable treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. ProSomnus may be more easily tolerated and produce comparable results as an alternative to bulky, disruptive CPAP machines.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Apnea

If I snore, does that mean I have sleep apnea?

Not every patient who snores loudly has obstructive sleep apnea, but if your snoring disturbs others, it is a good idea to have a medical evaluation. You may not have sleep apnea, but going without the necessary treatment could have severe consequences.

How does the ProSomnus device work?

This advanced oral appliance gently holds the patient's lower jaw slightly forward. This position enables the airway to stay open and keeps breath flowing freely.

How is the ProSomnus device fitted?

The doctor uses a digital intraoral scanner to create a 3-D model of the patient's oral structures, including teeth and gums. Thus, the patient does not have to sit through a messy, inconvenient physical impression. The doctor then uses the 3-D model to design and build the ProSomnus device.

How does sleep apnea damage my teeth?

A dry mouth means that plaque can quickly grow unchecked. Plaque bacteria eats away at tooth enamel, causing dental caries. Plaque and food particles mix to form tartar, which causes gum disease.

Is sleep apnea reversible?

When treated by a dentist or physician, you can receive significant symptom relief, but the condition will continue to need treatment.

Call Sleep Better Solution

Obstructive sleep apnea is a potentially hazardous condition. If you suspect you have this disorder, please call our Lodi, NJ, office at

862-208-2112

to schedule an evaluation.

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