Loud snoring is often the topic of jokes as well as an annoyance for the snorer’s sleep partner. But if the snoring continues and you feel extremely sleepy during the day, it may be time to see a sleep apnea specialist to get the help you need. In this blog, sleep apnea specialist Dr. Marc […]

Sleep apnea and your weight are often interconnected, leading to a vicious cycle of sleep deprivation and weight gain or the inability to lose excess weight. In this blog, the sleep apnea specialist at eos dental sleep explains how sleep apnea is related to weight gain and what you can do to help both. What […]

The search for an effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can be frustrating at times, as many roads lead back to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) masks. If you’ve already tried a CPAP mask, then you know how challenging it can be to stay compliant with treatment. However, what many patients with sleep apnea […]

If you snore, you (and your partner) may find it annoying. But this very common condition that many people suffer from may be an indication of a far more serious issue. Loud snoring – especially when it’s accompanied by daytime fatigue – may be a sign of sleep apnea. In this blog, the sleep apnea […]

If you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, you’ve probably heard about continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment. This is often the first type of treatment you’re asked to try, but it’s frequently unsuccessful. With the continuous air pressure emitted by the machine, CPAP can be difficult for many people to use, since it can […]

While the ease of use and maintenance of a medical device may be secondary concerns to its effectiveness, these are still concerns that patients commonly voice when considering a snoring dental device. In addition to comfort, the ease of use and ease of maintenance of an oral appliance can mean the difference between utilizing the […]

Continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, has long been the first choice and most widely used option among doctors who treat sleep apnea. While the CPAP mask is non-invasive and effective for most people when used on a nightly basis, the reality is that more than half of the patients prescribed CPAP can’t – or […]

When faced with different treatment options for snoring and sleep apnea, one primary question on every patient’s mind is “how effective is the treatment?”. Along with fit and comfort, the effectiveness of treatment will largely determine whether a patient will stay compliant night after night. Many patients come to eos dental sleep frustrated with their […]

A common question that patients ask when exploring treatment with an anti snoring mouthpiece, also known as oral appliance therapy, is whether the device is comfortable. Not surprisingly, many of the patients who are asking this question are current or former CPAP users who have had trouble wearing a mask each night due to it’s […]

When you hear the term “dental device,” it might bring to mind things like dentures, orthodontic appliances or even mouth guards that prevent nighttime teeth grinding. One lesser-known type of dental device is an oral appliance that’s used to manage symptoms of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in a treatment called oral appliance therapy. […]