Sleep Apnea Treatment in Houston
A custom oral appliance for sleep apnea is now available to help treat snoring.
What Is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition characterized by symptoms such as sleep deprivation, excessive snoring, frequent headaches, and persistent daytime fatigue.
If you or someone you know experiences disruptive snoring or sleep apnea, Dr. Akerman in Houston is here to provide much-needed relief through a personalized oral appliance tailored to your specific needs.
Watch this video to learn how this incredible Dental Appliance Works!
Using custom oral appliances for sleep apnea treatment has gained popularity as the public becomes more aware about their effectiveness as an essential treatment option for many individuals with sleep apnea.
These appliances, akin to athletic mouth guards or orthodontic appliances, are worn while you sleep. They function by positioning the lower jaw slightly forward, which keeps the airway open and preventing the tongue and upper airway muscles from collapsing and obstructing air.
Custom oral appliance therapy (OAT) has received official approval from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) as the primary treatment option for patients diagnosed with mild to moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
Additionally, the AASM recommends the use of custom oral appliances for sleep apnea patients with severe OSA who are unable to tolerate continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices.
Being fitted for a custom oral appliance for sleep apnea is not only the first step in improving how well you sleep, but also an essential, potentially life-saving treatment option.
Do NOT put this off and do NOT delay. Contact Dr. Akerman at Gentle Dental Center for sleep apnea treatment in Houston!
Meet Dr. Akerman
Dr Marina Akerman is the founder of Gentle Dental Care offices. She has been practicing dentistry in the Houston area since 1982. She now focuses her practice on a sleep disorders. Dr Akerman is a member of American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine , the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American Dental Association and Texas Dental Association. Dr Akerman has successfully treated numerous patients with obstructive sleep apnea, providing long lasting relief.
The oral appliance that Dr. Akerman uses is FDA approved and covered by insurance. It is super comfortable, quick to clean, never noisy and effortlessly portable and is a refreshing alternative to bulky CPAP machines, surgery, and other inconvenient methods. All of her treatments are research-based, patient-focused, and customized to your individual needs. So stop dealing with poor sleep and loud snoring and have your sleep apnea treated by an experienced professional!
See what people have to say about Gentle Dental Care
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Whoever gives a dental practice a 5 star rating? Gentle Dental Care definitely earned one today! I have been a patient at their Steubener Airline location but they were closed today (Thursday), fully booked Friday. I had experienced pain … More and dreaded a horrible weekend. They suggested their 2920 location and phone call there… fully booked! "Plz call me if you have cancelation." They DID CALL with noon availability! Got in my car…flat tire! I canceled the appointment. Then AAA showed up immediately… I called back to Gental Dental ready to beg and it wasn't even necessary, they put me right back in line. My undying gratitude to Alicia, Liza, Dr. Chan and the entire staff for uncommon customer service!!! -
Thanks for being Gentle with me in my procedure. The staff was so reassuring as I went through a tooth extraction. I was nervous but they calmed me down so I could get through my procedure. Loved the whole staff that worked with me. … More
