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CPAP vs. Oral Appliance Therapy
Which is better for treating YOUR Sleep Apnea?
Why is Dr. Criss Passionate About Sleep Apnea Relief?
Comparing And Contrasting CPAP And Oral Appliance Therapy
CPAP and Oral appliance therapy differ in significant ways. The CPAP mask forces air into the airway in order to keep it open. An oral appliance adjusts the positioning of the jaw or tongue to reduce the likelihood of an airway obstruction during sleep. The CPAP covers a sizeable portion of the patient’s
face and can make them feel uncomfortable or even claustrophobic, while an oral appliance is worn inside of the patient’s mouth and is much more tolerable. The CPAP device is also inconvenient for travel, while an oral appliance can be easily stowed into a patient’s luggage.
How I Got Started
I Was Shocked To Learn I have Sleep Apnea
Approximately 83% of CPAP patients quit or are inconsistent in their CPAP therapy for reasons outside of their control, such as:
- Nasal, sinus or upper palate issues (such as a deviated septum)
- Skin irritation on face
- Nasal irritation, dryness or bleeding
- Claustrophobia or sensation of suffocation
- Respiratory infections
- Abdominal bloating & gas
- Machine disturbs sleep (or partner’s sleep)
These and other issues make CPAP failure common for many of our patients and is why oral appliance therapy can be a fantastic alternative.
Call Our Office to Get Started!
1687 Tablerock Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday: 7:00am-2:00pm
Struggling with CPAP?
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Dr. Criss feels strongly that Sleep Apnea and TMD treatment can improve and save lives. We offers individual, 30-minute consultations on sleep breathing disorders and TMD issues. Whether it’s loud snoring, other sleep apnea symptoms, popping and clicking in your jaw, or daily pain, make sure you are not at risk for a very treatable, potentially life-threatening condition. Join us in our consultation to learn more about sleep apnea and TMD and get all of your questions answered. We have a limited number of consultation times available, so schedule yours as soon as possible.