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Enjoy Quality Sleep and Life with Customized Oral Appliances
Do you snore when sleeping? If it happens occasionally, you have nothing to worry about. However, when it happens night after night, it can be a sign of something more serious. Orion Dental Specialties is excited to offer snoring and sleep apnea solutions to residents in Tomball, Texas, and the nearby locations. Drs. Melanie and Farnam Farzam offer effective, non-surgical solutions to allow you to sleep soundly and live healthily.
When should snoring be a concern?
Snoring occurs when the upper airway collapses while sleeping. As air moves past the constricted airway, it vibrates, causing the snoring or snorting sound. The common causes of snoring include:
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Poor sleeping position
- Nasal congestion
- Anatomical factors
- Excessive weight
- Smoking
Occasional snoring is natural, but when it’s loud, frequent, and accompanied by pauses in breathing, it may signal a more serious condition called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Other warning signs include waking up gasping for air, morning headaches, excessive daytime fatigue, or difficulty concentrating. Left untreated, sleep apnea can increase your risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and other health problems.
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How do we treat snoring and sleep apnea?
The traditional treatment for snoring and OSA is CPAP therapy. This treatment involves using a machine that forces a constant air stream through a mask. CPAPs keep your airway open, reducing the undesirable symptoms of snoring and OSA. Although CPAPs work, many patients discontinue their use halfway because they are uncomfortable, noisy, and bulky.
Can’t tolerate CPAPs? We are excited to offer oral appliance therapy, a simple, non-surgical solution for sleep apnea. This customized device—worn when sleeping—repositions the tongue and lower jaw to keep the airway open. Patients experience significant improvement in their sleep and life after a few days of using our oral appliances.
What are the benefits of sleep appliances?
Getting a snoring or sleep apnea oral appliance starts with a quick in-office visit. The objective is to take scans of your dentition to ensure we create a device that snugly fits over your mouth. The procedure is fast, non-invasive, and painless.
Here are the benefits of oral appliance therapy.
- Effectiveness: A customized oral appliance is effective for mild to moderate cases of OSA.
- Portability: The device can fit in your pocket, making it convenient for frequent travelers or those who love camping.
- Easy to maintain: Cleaning your oral alliance is simple. Rinse it with cold/lukewarm water after removing it from the mouth. Every day, clean it with a soft brush and non-abrasive soap.
- Noiseless treatment: No humming noises, ensuring a quiet night for you and your bed partner.
- Comfortable experience: Our oral appliances don’t cause irritability. Simply slip in the device during bedtime and enjoy comfortable, uninterrupted sleep.
- Discreet: They have a slim design that’s barely noticeable when worn. You can use it without anyone noticing you are undergoing treatment.
If you are concerned with snoring, don’t learn to live with it. Sometimes, it can be a sign of something more serious. Seek a professional evaluation and treatment to safeguard your sleep and health.
Do you need snoring or sleep apnea treatment near Tomball, TX?
Don’t spend another day worrying about your sleep and health. Dial (832) 906-8313 and reserve an appointment with Orion Dental Specialties. Our doctors offer simple treatments to ensure you enjoy healthy, restful sleep.
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Dr. Melanie Farzam
Dr. Melanie Farzam is a highly experienced and trusted dentist with over three decades of practice. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas School of Dentistry and holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette. A member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, and Greater Houston Dental Society, Dr. Farzam is committed to patient-centered care. Her passion for dentistry is evident in her dedication to educating and creating personalized treatment plans, ensuring her patients feel confident and healthy.
Dr. Farnam H. Farzam
Dr. Farnam H. Farzam brings over 30 years of dental expertise to his practice in Cypress, TX. He earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston and holds a Master of Science in Microbiology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Committed to lifelong learning, Dr. Farzam has completed a preceptorship in Oral Implantology and is certified in Conscious Sedation. As a member of esteemed organizations such as the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the American Dental Association, he is passionate about providing compassionate, anxiety-free dental care alongside his wife, Dr. Melanie.