In recent years, there’s been an explosion of, you know, offices who are, “Oh yeah, we treat sleep apnea, we treat sleep apnea.” Our office does not treat sleep apnea. We talk to patients and figure out whether or not they would benefit from continuous open airway therapy. That’s an appliance which is prescribed by a sleep physician. And we work with a number of sleep physicians in the area. And for some patients who are unhappy with CPAP, who don’t want to have a stigma of CPAP or they travel a lot, the Sleep Apnea Appliance, continuous open airways appliance therapy, that’s a fantastic solution. You know, it helps them, it helps their body to recover as opposed to having a machine, you know, doing it for you.
As a society, we are just so dependent on pills, you know, on drugs. And then there is certain number of patients who are like, “No, tell me what to do. I want to get better on my own.” We’re just giving you that little, you know, that little hand. Not only they sleep better, but for example, their heartburn’s gone, you know, their headaches are gone. They just feel, you know, overall, so much clearer in their head. You know, there’s no fog, you know, they don’t have any gastric issues. Like, it is a pretty neat approach.
Rest Better by Treating Your Sleep Apnea in Stratford
If you’re struggling with a sleep disorder, you know all too well about the exhaustion. Dr. Jan Bublik can relieve your sleep apnea in Stratford so you get a good night’s rest again. He’ll work closely with sleep physicians and other healthcare professionals to offer you personalized treatment. With sleep apnea treatment, you will:
- Wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day ahead
- Improve your cognitive function, including sharper thinking and better concentration
- Feel more productive and attentive at work or school
- Lower your risk of developing serious health conditions due to untreated sleep apnea
- Enjoy a more positive mood and increased energy throughout the day
Call 715-333-3541 for an appointment.
Sleep Through the Night & Restore Your Health
You may have sleep apnea if you wake up gasping for air, snore during the night, deal with morning headaches, and other symptoms. Dr. Bublik works closely with sleep physicians to ensure you receive a precise diagnosis and treatment planning. Effective sleep apnea treatment often requires a collaborative approach. Here is what you can expect:
- Apnea Diagnosis – If you haven’t confirmed your diagnosis, Dr. Bublik will have you complete a sleep study. He will refer you to a sleep clinic or physician to undergo a comprehensive evaluation.
- Comprehensive Treatment Plan – Once confirmed, Dr. Bublik will work with your sleep physician to develop a personalized treatment plan. He will also collaborate with a myofunctional therapist to address issues with the muscles in your mouth, tongue and throat.
- Myofunctional Therapy Solutions – Myofunctional therapy focuses on strengthening and retraining the muscles in your mouth, tongue, and throat. Doing so can help reduce the severity of sleep apnea symptoms and improve the effectiveness of an oral appliance.
- Custom Appliance – Dr. Bublik will create a custom oral appliances that you wear during the night. This gently repositions the lower jaw and tongue, keeping your airway open during sleep. It’s more comfortable and convenient than a CPAP machine. An appliance is also less disruptive for you and your partner.
Call 715-333-3541 to treat your sleep apnea in Stratford. Don’t wait to get the rest you need! You can also request an appointment online.
Sleep apnea occurs when you repeatedly stop breathing while sleeping. It is caused by your air passages becoming blocked by your tongue and other soft tissues in the back of your throat. When they block your airway, you stop breathing for a few seconds before waking up briefly to take in more air. The sleep apnea cycle can repeat itself hundreds of times per night in severe sleep apnea sufferers.
Sleep apnea is harmful because it blocks your oxygen supply while you’re sleeping. This interferes with your sleep and leaves you feeling weak and tired the next day. However, sleep apnea has also been linked to serious health concerns like heart attacks, strokes, high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression. Treating sleep apnea can improve your quality of life as well as your life expectancy.
If you receive a sleep apnea diagnosis, our practice will take impressions and have a custom-fit sleep apnea appliance made for you to wear while sleeping. It will gently move your lower jaw forward to help keep your airway open. It can also reduce snoring. You’ll sleep better, feel better, and improve your overall health.