Non CPAP Treatment Option
Sleep apnea is a disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. It can significantly impact your health in many ways. At Arizona Sleep and Breathing, Dr. Merchant routinely screens patients for potential signs of Sleep Related Breathing Disorders (SRBD) such as Sleep apnea during routine examinations with every patient.
Did you know, some of the signs of potential SRBD can be spotted on routine examinations in Dental office!!
Dr. Merchant believes every one has a right to good night sleep regardless of age. She looks for root cause of gingivitis due to mouth breathing, forward head posture , low tongue tone, narrow upper arch with crowded teeth, snoring, teeth grinding and fractures around exising fillings and crowns. These findings are then discussed with patients and help them arrive at a treatment plan that is optimum for them.
If you suspect you have sleep apnea, it's important to consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to serious health complications.