What Is Sleep Apnea?
If you wake up tired, struggle to stay asleep, or feel drowsy throughout the day, you may be experiencing more than just a restless night. Sleep apnea is a condition in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, disrupting oxygen levels and straining the heart, brain, and other systems. The most common type is obstructive sleep apnea, which happens when the muscles in the back of the throat relax too much and block the airway. Sleep apnea symptoms can be easy to miss or ignore, but their effects add up quickly — fatigue, irritability, headaches, memory problems, and increased risk for serious health issues. At The Oral Surgery Center in Greensboro, NC, we work with patients who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and are seeking the relief they need to rest easily. Dr. Justin L. Drab will work with your physician to identify the underlying causes of your breathing problems and recommend a path forward to improve your overall health. Schedule a consultation today to get started.
How Is Sleep Apnea Treated?
We begin with a full review of your sleep study and medical history, along with a detailed evaluation of your airway, jaw position, and soft tissue structures. Dr. Drab may order 3D dental scans to identify the exact sites of obstruction and determine which type of procedure or combination of treatments will provide the best result. Depending on your diagnosis, treatment for sleep apnea may involve advancing the upper and lower jaws to enlarge the airway, repositioning tongue muscles that block airflow during sleep, or removing excess tissue from the soft palate or throat that contributes to collapse. In some cases, we may also address nasal or soft tissue obstructions that worsen the condition. Each of these options is chosen based on your specific anatomy and the severity of your symptoms. Following your consultation, we'll discuss your case, recommend a treatment plan, and guide you through what you can expect.
What Are the Benefits of Sleep Apnea Treatment?
Our goal when treating sleep apnea at The Oral Surgery Center is not just to reduce snoring or improve comfort, but to address the root cause of the obstruction. In doing so, we can help restore more natural breathing patterns, reduce long-term health risks, and give you a better chance at lasting relief. The benefits of sleep apnea treatment include:
- Addresses the root cause of airway obstruction
- Provides relief when CPAP or oral appliances are not effective
- Helps restore uninterrupted breathing during sleep
- Reduces the risk of long-term health complications
- Improves daytime energy, mood, and focus
- Tailored to your unique airway anatomy and diagnosis
- Performed by a team experienced in airway-focused surgical care
The Oral Surgery Center Reviews
My second child to have wisdom teeth removal here. So fast and efficient… I refer them to all our friends. We love Dr. Drab.
The staff is so caring and made sure I was comfortable throughout the whole procedure. I have quite the extensive dental history but I wasn’t nervous at all.
Staff was very kind and made us feel very at ease. My daughter had a hard time just because of the meds, but the staff was very patient and caring.
Outstanding and pain-free!
Dr. Drab, accompanying nurses, and all other employees associated with the Oral Surgery Center, were friendly, caring, informative, and efficient. I would highly rate their services. A note to future patients, make sure you read through all papers they provide, throughly.
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Relieve Your Sleep Apnea Symptoms
When sleep apnea does not improve with non-surgical treatment, surgery may offer a more permanent solution. Dr. Drab works with patients and sleep specialists to evaluate the airway, identify the source of obstruction, and develop a plan that targets the problem directly. At The Oral Surgery Center, we care for patients throughout Greensboro, NC who are ready to move forward with a more lasting approach to sleep apnea treatment. If you have been referred for surgical evaluation or want to learn more about your options, we invite you to schedule a consultation.