If you struggle with sleep apnea, you may have heard about the latest oral devices that can alleviate it. Though, you may have heard misconceptions about them as well. Here are a few of the most common myths about Santa Cruz oral devices for sleep apnea: 1. There’s Only One Type of Oral Device ThereContinue
Insomnia plagues 10% of the adult population in the U.S. A recent study showed that of those with insomnia, most have underlying obstructive sleep apnea (i.e., OSA). Treating the OSA could lead to better sleep and better sleep hygiene. Spark Sleep Solutions is a leader in current information about OSA and the sleep apnea solutionsContinue
If you suffer from sleep apnea, treating it effectively by visiting Spark Sleep Solutions could improve your daytime productivity. Individuals who suffer from the condition have reported significant improvements in their energy levels with effective treatment, which is designed to improve a patient’s sleep quality. Improved Quality of Sleep Means More Energy Most patients withContinue
Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, interferes with your ability to breathe naturally during the night. What happens is that the airway gets blocked from relaxing muscles and other tissues in your neck, sinuses, and nose. The airway narrows, causing snoring and the cessation of breathing for a short period of time. The condition strains bothContinue
Having sleep apnea or snoring interrupts one’s ability to sleep well. Additionally, untreated sleep apnea or snoring causes several pulmonary and cardiac health problems because you aren’t getting sufficient quality sleep. More often than not, your pulmonologist will prescribe a CPAP or BiPAP machine for you to wear at night. Spark Sleep Solutions offers aContinue
The tongue is an amazing muscle. Most people don’t realize that the tongue is all muscle, with a layer of nerves and special skin coated with taste bud receptors. The problem is that the tongue can get in the way of breathing at night, causing sleep apnea. Only when you are awake can you makeContinue
When we think of therapy for sleep apnea or snoring, we usually think one-dimensionally; of one therapy that is. CPAP, custom oral devices made by a board certified sleep dentist, or surgery are what is discussed for most patients. However, each of these therapies may also benefit from being used in combination with positional therapies,Continue
If you snore or have sleep apnea; perhaps you use a custom oral appliance or a CPAP machine; and you’re wondering if there’s something else you can do to address your sleep apnea, there is. It’s a tongue strengthening device made possible with use of the ExciteOSA device at Spark Sleep Solutions. Get your prescriptionContinue
Spark Sleep Solutions is committed to providing professional and quality treatment that’s easy for patients to receive. That’s why we have seven convenient locations across the Bay Area. Give us a call today at 408-490-0182. What Is TMJ Disorder? TMJ is the common name for the temporomandibular joint. You can think of it like aContinue
Spark Sleep Solutions has been researching sleep apnea for a long time, helping numerous patients with our Santa Cruz sleep apnea mouthpiece. We have credentials from the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Sleep & Breathing Academy, so we’re always up to date on the newest sleep treatments. Today, we will helpContinue