SLEEP APNEA TREATMENT – Queens, NY
Helping You Get Your Much Needed Rest
Most people snore at some point in their lives or another, and everyone sometimes has days where they feel more tired than normal. But if you’re a chronic loud snorer and/or you feel exhausted on a regular basis, you could have a disorder called sleep apnea that’s preventing you from getting a full 7 hours of rest every night. With Dr. Kaminer’s help, you can have the symptoms of sleep apnea treated so that they don’t get in the way of a good night’s rest. Call us today to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose Breezy Point Smiles for Emergency Dentistry?
Practice in the Area for Over 35 Years
Dentist That is Also a Lecturer and Teacher
At-Home Sleep Tests Available
What is Sleep Apnea?
During sleep apnea, breathing repeatedly stops and starts. Most people with sleep apnea experience the kind where the throat muscles relax and block the airway. Interrupted breathing can force your body to awaken for air, hence why you might feel sleepier than usual during the day. While sleep apnea may seem like just a nuisance at first, it needs to be treated swiftly before it can cause more serious health complications.
How We Treat Sleep Apnea
We can help you take the steps needed to complete a sleep test (which can be done at-home or in a laboratory) that confirms whether or not your symptoms are caused by sleep apnea. We can then offer oral appliances as a form of treatment. While traditionally CPAP therapy is used to keep the airway open in sleep apnea patients, our oral appliances offer improved comfort, and you can avoid the need for bulky, noisy machinery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is sleep apnea and how do I know if I might have it?
A. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Common signs include loud snoring, gasping for air at night, daytime fatigue, headaches, and waking up feeling unrefreshed. If these symptoms sound familiar, it may be time to speak with our Queens dental team about a sleep evaluation.
Q. How is sleep apnea diagnosed?
A. At Breezy Point Smiles, we can help coordinate an at-home sleep test or a lab sleep study to determine whether sleep apnea is present. These tests measure your breathing and oxygen levels as you sleep, which allows us to confirm a diagnosis and plan the best treatment.
Q. What treatment options are available for sleep apnea?
A. We offer comfortable custom oral appliance therapy, which gently repositions your jaw and stabilizes your airway to reduce breathing interruptions. This is a non-invasive alternative to traditional CPAP machines for many patients.
Q. How does an oral appliance compare with a CPAP machine?
A. Custom oral appliances from Breezy Point Smiles are typically quieter, more compact, and easier to wear than bulky CPAP equipment. Patients often find them more comfortable, especially if CPAP has been challenging to use.
Q. Who is a good candidate for sleep apnea therapy at your practice?
A. Adults who snore chronically, wake up tired despite sufficient sleep, or have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may be good candidates for oral appliance therapy. We’ll evaluate your symptoms, sleep test results, and overall oral health to recommend the best approach.
Q. Can sleep apnea treatment improve other health issues?
A. Yes — treating sleep apnea can reduce daytime fatigue, improve concentration, support heart health, and lower risks associated with untreated sleep apnea, such as high blood pressure and stroke.
Q. Will insurance cover sleep apnea treatment?
A. Coverage varies by provider. Breezy Point Smiles works with many major insurance plans and can help you understand your benefits for sleep apnea diagnosis and custom oral appliance therapy. Please contact our office for specific insurance and financing questions.
Q. Where is your office located and how can I schedule an appointment?
A. We’re conveniently located at 20408 Rockaway Point Blvd,
Breezy Point, NY 11697 . You can call us at 718-474-6500 or use our online form to request a consultation for sleep apnea therapy.
Breezy Point, NY 11697 . You can call us at 718-474-6500 or use our online form to request a consultation for sleep apnea therapy.
