July 30th, 2012 Oral Appliance Therapy is Offered by Valencia, CA, Dentist to Help Treat Sleep Apnea
Oral Appliance Therapy is Offered by Valencia, CA, Dentist to Help Treat Sleep Apnea
Valencia, CA (PRWEB) July 16, 2012
SleepTest.com announces Alexander Villar, DDS of Valencia, CA, treats patients who suffer from sleep apnea through Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT). Our unconscious actions during our sleep can have a lasting effect on our health that can be potentially serious or life threatening. Often, it can be difficult to recognize and deal with the symptoms because when they occur, we are unconscious. These symptoms stem from sleep apnea.
The Mayo Clinic defines sleep apnea as “a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.” Those with sleep apnea can stop breathing from 10 to 30 seconds at a time throughout the night and some may go without a breath for up to two minutes. Statistics have shown that up to 20 percent of Americans have sleep apnea and don’t realize it.
Currently, dentists across the United States, such as Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Alexander Villar, DDS of Valencia, CA, are working to help to bring relief to millions of Americans through the use of oral appliance therapy (OAT). Dr. Villar has been treating patients through the use of OAT for over 10 years. “Oral appliance therapy is a patient friendly approach available today to address snoring and sleep apnea,” Villar said.
SleepTest.com is an online resource dedicated to educating the public on sleep apnea and related sleep disorders. The goal is to identify a potential sleep problem. Visit Sleep Test to fill out a questionnaire to determine if you could potentially been suffering from sleep apnea. After the info is filled out, if you choose, your results can be reviewed by a sleep professional at no charge. You will also have the opportunity to meet with a dentist in your local area for a free consultation.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form and occurs when breathing repeatedly stops and starts during a sleep cycle. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “OSA increases the chances of a heart attack, stroke, type-2 diabetes, obesity, brain damage, and depression.”
Dr. Villar offers OAT through the creation of a custom fabricated mouth piece that is similar to a retainer. The mouth piece is custom fit and works by repositioning the jaw and pushing the tongue forward or by restraining the tongue to keep airways open. “My services include a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s concerns, medical and clinical review, rhinometer and pharyngometer readings, portable home sleep monitor, and a Full Breath Solution appliance,” Villar Said.
OAT is an alternative to the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask. According to the American Sleep Academy (ASA), “The major problem with CPAP is that some individuals have difficulty tolerating CPAP. Some report claustrophobia. Others report an uncomfortable air pressure sensation in the nose or throat.”
Dr. Villar has been serving residents of the San Fernando, the San Clarita community of Valencia and greater Los Angeles area for over 20 years. Villar specializes in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. He was highlighted as one America’s best dentists in the 2004/2005 issue of “The Best Dentists in America.”
Dr. Villar graduated with honors from the UCLA School of Dentistry. In addition, after his residency, he completed a two year course in orthodontics from Progressive Orthodontic Seminars. Dr. Villar is the member of several professional dental organizations, including: the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the San Gabriel Valley Periodontal Study Group, Opus Dental Study group and many more.
SleepTest.com is now offering assistance to patients who suffer from sleep apnea and cannot tolerate a CPAP mask. By offering CPAP alternatives, SleepTest.com can link sleep apnea sufferers to local dentists treating patients with innovative oral appliances.
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