Say Goodbye to Snoring and Sleep Apnea!
Do you sound like a BEAR, CHAINSAW, or LAWNMOWER when you sleep? At Hi 5 Orthodontics, we offer custom treatments to tackle obstructive sleep apnea and snoring, so you can finally get the restful sleep you deserve!
Get back to deep, restful sleep with our personalized sleep apnea solutions.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
If you’ve ever been told you snore like a BEAR, CHAINSAW, or LAWNMOWER, you might be dealing with obstructive sleep apnea! This condition causes your airway to collapse during sleep, leading to loud snoring and frequent interruptions in breathing. YIKES!
Why Is It a Big Deal?
It’s not just about the noise. When your airway closes, your brain panics and wakes you up—sometimes hundreds of times a night! You might not remember it, but your body sure does. Lack of quality deep sleep can lead to problems like difficulty concentrating, memory issues, and even increased risks for serious health conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. NO THANK YOU!
How We Can Help
At Hi 5 Orthodontics, proper jaw and tooth alignment is OUR ENTIRE BUSINESS! By aligning your jaws correctly, we keep your airway open during sleep. Our custom orthodontic appliances prevent your tongue from sliding back and blocking your airway. In mild to moderate cases, this can significantly reduce or even eliminate sleep apnea symptoms. No more interrupted rest. No more sounding like a chainsaw!
For children, we can guide jaw growth to nip sleep apnea in the bud. We often see significant markers for sleep-disordered breathing during our initial exams, such as narrow jaws or misaligned bites. By addressing these issues early, possibly with palatal expanders or other growth-guiding treatments, we can prevent future complications.
For adults, we offer personalized oral devices that keep everything where it should be while you sleep. These appliances are designed to align your jaw and keep your airway open, sometimes utilizing Invisalign® or other braces options to correct alignment issues.
Benefits of Our Treatment:
- Reduce or eliminate snoring
- Improve sleep quality
- Boost overall health
- Non-invasive solutions
Sleep Apnea Treatment FAQs
What causes obstructive sleep apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea happens when your airway gets blocked during sleep. This blockage can be due to large tonsils and adenoids, tongue positioning, or relaxed throat muscles. When you sleep, everything relaxes—including your jaw and tongue—which can cause the airway to narrow or even collapse. This leads to loud snoring and interrupted breathing. YIKES!
How does orthodontic treatment help with sleep apnea?
At Hi 5 Orthodontics, proper jaw and tooth alignment is OUR ENTIRE BUSINESS! By aligning your jaws correctly, possibly through treatments like jaw correction or bite correction, we keep your airway open during sleep. Our custom orthodontic treatments prevent your tongue from sliding back and blocking your airway. In mild to moderate cases, this can significantly reduce or even eliminate sleep apnea symptoms. No more interrupted rest. No more sounding like a chainsaw!
Can kids have sleep apnea too?
Absolutely! Kids can suffer from sleep apnea, and it can affect their growth and development. In growing children, we can guide jaw growth and alignment to open up the airway, sometimes using palatal expanders or other orthodontic appliances. This not only helps with sleep apnea but also promotes proper facial development. Sometimes, children misdiagnosed with issues like ADHD are actually experiencing symptoms from lack of quality sleep.
What kinds of devices do you offer for adults?
For adults, we offer a variety of custom-made oral appliances designed to keep your airway open. These devices reposition your jaw or tongue to prevent airway collapse during sleep. They’re similar to mouthguards and are tailored to fit you perfectly. We have the necessary equipment and experience to find the ideal solution for your specific needs, including options like Invisalign and lingual braces.
Will treatment stop my snoring?
In many cases, YES! Since snoring is caused by air vibrating over narrowed air passages, keeping the airway open can reduce or eliminate snoring. That means better sleep for you and everyone around you. NO THANK YOU to sounding like a lawnmower at night!
Do you work with other specialists?
You bet we do! We collaborate with sleep doctors, ENT specialists, pediatric dentists, surgeons, myofunctional therapists, speech therapists—you name it. If orthodontics isn’t the only treatment you need, we’ll help coordinate comprehensive care to get you the best results, including referrals for jaw surgery if necessary.
Is the treatment comfortable?
Our custom appliances are designed with your comfort in mind. They’re easy to wear and adapt to, making them a convenient solution for sleep apnea. Most patients find them much more comfortable than CPAP machines and appreciate the non-invasive approach.
How do I get started?
Just give us a call or schedule an appointment! We’ll conduct an initial exam to identify any markers for sleep-disordered breathing and discuss the best treatment options for you. Don’t lose any more sleep over this than you already have!