Sleep Disorders
Dr. Raymond Skowronski is an active member of the Academy of Dental
Sleep Medicine & the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is qualified
to treat both harmless snoring and mild to moderate cases of Obstructive
Sleep Apnea using oral appliance therapy.
In concurrence with your physician Dr. Skowronski will
succeed to accurately treat your sleep disorder.
The majority of people have teased or protested of a friend or loved
one's ability to "saw logs" while sleeping. This descriptive phrase,
more commonly known as snoring, is the sound of obstructed breathing
during sleep. Snoring can be harmless, but may also be one of the many
symptoms of a more serious medical condition known as Obstructive Sleep
Apnea. (OSA).
OSA is a commonly occurring clinical disease, associated with
significant morbidity, increased mortality and reduced quality of life.
OSA occurs when the tongue falls back against the throat while inhaling.
When this happens, the upper airway becomes blocked, causing airflow to
stop. The brain sensed when oxygen levels become low and in result the
person sleeping awakens. Upon awaking the obstruction in the throat
clears, usually with a loud gasp or a violent cough. This pattern
continues throughout the duration of sleep, causing a night of disrupted
sleep. The severity of OSA is unknown by many who experience symptoms. A
night of disturbed sleep not only leaves you tired during the day but
many also trigger more serious conditions, such as high blood pressure,
sleeping while driving or possibly death.
What Can Dr. Skowronski Do To Help Treat OSA & Snoring?
After you have been accurately diagnosed with OSA, appliances that are worn in the mouth are used to treat OSA and snoring. These appliances are similar to orthodontic retainers and athletic mouth guards. Each type of oral appliance is customized to properly treat their unique symptoms.
Is Snoring The Only Symptom of Sleep Apnea?
No. People with OSA may also experience:
Frequent Night Urination
Sexual Dysfunction
Restless Sleep
Fatigue During The Day
Irritability
Memory Loss
Lack of Concentration
Morning Headaches
What If My OSA Goes Untreated, What Could Happen?
Untreated OSA may result in:
Hypertension
Cardiovascular Disease
Stroke
Increased Mortality
Diabetes
Accidents
Poor Quality of Life
Increased Health Care Costs
Possibly Death
If you are experiencing symptoms of OSA or have been diagnosed with
OSA and would like to know more about treatment of OSA with an oral
appliance, please contact the office of Dr. Raymond Skowronski Jr..
Recently Dr. Raymond Skowronski Jr., was asked to share his knowledge of
sleep disorders at a continuing education course for The University of
Detroit Mercy, School of Dentistry.
Sleep Disorders Slideshow Presentation, by Dr. Raymond Skowronski Jr.