Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is a treatment option for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). When OSA occurs, the tongue is sucked against the back of the throat. This blocks the upper airway and airflow stops. When the oxygen level in the brain becomes low enough, the sleeper partially awakens, the obstruction in the throat clears, and the flow of air starts again, usually with a loud gasp.
Many different types of appliances exist to accomplish the same goal: keep the airway open during sleep. The design of these devices all thereby aim to keep the lower jaw and tongue from collapsing back and closing the airway. Oral appliances can be found in many different styles. Because each person is unique, at Sherpa Sleep Solutions, we take the time to examine each patient, discuss each appliance and determine which is the best match.
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