Snoring Treatment
How a Dentist Can Help Your Snoring
Snoring is the loud, vibrating noise that occurs during sleep. Often, it’s a sleeping partner who notices it. However, if you are tired, waking up frequently, or not breathing properly, you may snore without knowing it. Snoring affects around half of adults and one-quarter of children in the U.S., totaling tens of millions of Americans. If you or a loved one snore, it’s worth completing a sleep study to determine the extent of the sleep disorder. Klooster Family Dentistry treats snoring with Oral Appliance Therapy.
Why Snoring Matters
Snoring is a sleep disorder that happens when airflow vibrates the throat’s soft tissues. This disorder is caused by the rattling and vibration of the soft palate as air passes through the airway. Snoring may be caused by:
Lifestyle Factors
Obesity, use of alcohol and tobacco products, and preexisting health conditions can increase the risk of persistent snoring.
Anatomical Factors
If you’ve got a narrow palate, enlarged tonsils, small jaws, or inadequate space for your tongue your airway is being obstructed and causing snoring!
The Impacts of Snoring
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Snoring is the most common symptom of sleep apnea, a more serious health condition. If you snore, we recommend you complete a sleep study to determine whether you have snoring or obstructive sleep apnea.
We recommend that you use an at-home test to obtain a diagnosis of your sleep disorder. Our staff will direct you on how to order the at-home testing kit. The test is affordable, easy to use, and allows you to test at home while completing your normal sleep routine.
We offer oral appliance therapy as an effective treatment option for both conditions.
Impact of Snoring
Snoring can have a visible impact on your life. It can make it harder to get good sleep, make it more difficult to stay awake during the day, and even make sharing a bed with a partner challenging.
Snoring also can have long-term health impacts. Long-term snoring may increase the risk of:
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Heart Attack
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High Blood Pressure
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Stroke
Snoring Treatment
We recommend oral appliances to treat your snoring. Oral appliance therapy is FDA-approved to treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
Oral appliances are custom-made devices that fit your mouth, similar to retainers. Oral appliance therapy works by gently repositioning your lower jaw to open your airway and prevent it from collapsing during sleep. This helps ensure you get sufficient oxygen and breathe properly during the night.
Dr. Klooster creates custom-made oral appliances to meet your anatomical needs, which offer industry-leading treatment options for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
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Real Patient Stories
I discovered I had sleep apnea about four months ago. I was experiencing some tiredness, teeth grinding, and I talked to the hygienist and she recommended a sleep study. The sleep study went so great they did the prior authorization for me, they made the whole process very smooth and the insurance paid for almost everything! I was tired all the time, I was trying to work out to lose weight but I just couldn’t get to the gym I just felt so tired every night. When I got the sleep appliance created, I was able to start working out again. I wasn’t as tired in the mornings, I could actually get out of bed without hitting snooze four times which is really great, so I’m really thankful that they recommended the sleep study they found out I had sleep apnea and then they also had a solution for it. I’m just grateful for everything that they did.
Klooster Dentistry handled my oral appliance treatment and they were wonderful! Nicole made the experience even better because she was so personable and made me feel comfortable from the start. I would highly recommend them for any oral appliances!
Dr. Klooster and his staff provided outstanding service in my pursuit of a custom sleep apnea device to address my severe sleep apnea. I previously tried off-the-shelf devices which do not work consistently in the long run, if at all. I also evaluated other sources for a custom solution. Only Dr. Klooster was able to properly evaluate my needs, coordinate the necessary sleep test evaluations, effectively support and navigate the health insurance claims process and deliver a solution which completely eliminated my sleep apnea. This solution has been stable and sustained and has delivered substantial quality of life and health benefits to me for a condition that was probably undiagnosed for at least 15 years. If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea or are experiencing unreasonable fatigue or other related issues, don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Klooster’s office.
Meet Dr. Klooster
Dr. Klooster is a leader in dental sleep medicine, offering non-invasive solutions for obstructive sleep apnea. In 2018, he completed the Mastery Course through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, specializing in oral sleep appliance therapy as a comfortable alternative to CPAP machines.
That same year, he earned the prestigious Diplomate title from the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine—an honor held by only a few providers in North Carolina. Dr. Klooster’s expertise and commitment ensure his patients receive top-level care and cutting-edge treatments for sleep apnea.
Don’t Wait to Treat Snoring
Our process at Klooster Family Dental allows you to get started with your snoring or sleep apnea treatment in a matter of weeks with just a few visits.
It all starts with a thorough consultation with one of our sleep professionals. We will review your medical profile, symptoms, and goals during this appointment.
We may recommend that you take a sleep test and will provide you with resources on how to do so. After completing a sleep study, we will offer a diagnosis and create a treatment plan. Our team will even look into what types of treatments your benefits cover.
Finally, we will treat your sleep disorder with an Oral Appliance.
Schedule Your Free Sleep Apnea Consultation
Schedule a complimentary phone consultation with our sleep coordinator to discuss your concerns, explore treatment options, and discuss next steps to get fitted for an oral sleep appliance.
What if I normally wear a retainer at night —will I still need it with an oral sleep appliance?
Our oral sleep appliances are custom-fitted to your exact smile, so in many ways, they act like a retainer and help maintain your tooth alignment while you sleep. However, if you notice any slight shifting over time, we recommend wearing your retainer during the day for a few hours a week to keep everything in place. Our team will help you find the right balance to protect your smile and treat your sleep apnea effectively.
I wear a nightguard for grinding—can the oral sleep appliance replace it?
Yes! Your oral sleep appliance is custom-fitted and designed to also protect your teeth from grinding or clenching, so it will fully replace your nightguard! You won’t need to wear both—it does the job of a nightguard while also treating your sleep apnea.