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Use of Oral Appliances and CPAP Approaches in Treating Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a chronic snoring complication. The use of a CPAP machine and oral appliances are the two main methods of treatment. Your doctor can aid in determining the best procedure to undertake. An airway blockage causes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) . It can undergo treatment by use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), or mandibular advancement splints (MAS) oral appliance. Sleep Apnea Treatment Options A CPAP machine is used to treat snoring and sleep apnea problems. If the condition is severe, a surgical operation may be done, based on recommendations, due to failure in conservative treatment. CPAP and oral appliance are mainly prescribed therapies. CPAP therapy uses a machine, which delivers a stream of air into your throat. It prevents your airway from bursting as you sleep. Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep Apnea The procedure involves the use of customized oral devices for sleep apnea treatment. It stabilizes your jaw and p...