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When you hear the term “dental appliance,” you may think of things like dentures, orthodontic appliances, or even mouth guards that prevent digestion at night. A lesser-known type of dental device is an oral device used to suppress the symptoms of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in a treatment called oral therapy. Here’s an…

Sleep Apnea Treatments Houston Sleep Solutions in Pearland or Friendswood TX can help you diagnose and treat your sleep apnea. The most common method of treating sleep apnea is to try to consistently sleep every night. In addition, you may be prescribed a CPAP mask and air system that provides continuous “positive airway pressure.” CPAPs…

Nighttime snoring can keep you and your partner awake, ruin your sleep cycles, daily body rhythms, even harm your relationships. In addition to being an annoyance, snoring can actually bring about life-threatening consequences. Contact Houston Sleep Solutions to learn more and discuss treatment options. Have you ever awakened with a sudden snore, or have a…

Surprise! Men and Women Aren’t Alike. Houston Sleep Solutions in Friendswood and Pearland, Texas can provide you with the accurate diagnosis you’re looking for, but it’s important to note that there are some differences between men’s and women’s sleep apnea. It’s common knowledge that typical symptoms of sleep apnea include snoring, obesity, headaches, and large…

In-lab sleep tests have advantages and disadvantages. Talk to your doctor about your test preference and contact Houston Sleep Solutions to discuss a treatment plan. Pros It is the most accurate test currently available. The in-lab sleep test is considered the benchmark of testing and diagnosis of sleep apnea. Flexible options to maximize time. Split-night tests include…

Houston Sleep Solutions locations in Friendswood and Pearland, TX can make a diagnosis based on your symptoms and sleep history, which you can acquire with help from a family member, or by taking a certified sleep apnea test from a licensed facility. Then you will likely be referred to a sleep disorder facility where a…

If using a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine is not tolerable by you, you might be able to find a different type of airway pressure device that automatically adjusts the pressure while you’re sleeping. There is an alternative called the Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BPAP) machines which are also available. These machines provide more…

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common affliction, although certain factors can increase your risk of being affected by it. Excess weight greatly increases the risk of developing apnea. Fat deposits in your airway can obstruct breathing and contribute. Large neck circumference might create narrower airways and apnea. A narrowed airway can be a genetic…

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) If you have sleep apnea, you could benefit from using a CPAP, which is a machine that delivers air pressure through a mask while you sleep. With this tool, the air pressure is greater than that of the air and can keep your upper airway passages open to prevent apnea…

If you really can’t tolerate a CPAP, there are alternative treatment options available. Contact Houston Sleep Solutions to discuss a treatment plan that can include: Dental/oral appliance Bilevel positive airway pressure machine (BiPAP) Nasal valve therapy Lifestyle changes Surgery What to do while traveling CPAP machines are extremely cumbersome when traveling on a plane. Additionally,…