More than 12 million people in the U.S. suffer from sleep apnea, but may not seek treatment. And, while many might not even realize they have sleep apnea, it is important to seek diagnosis and treatment to prevent further complications.

When sleep apnea goes untreated, patients are more likely to suffer from strokes, heart problems and high blood pressure, as well as a higher incidence of work and driving-related accidents. There is even an association of sleep apnea with Alzheimer’s disease, depression, erectile dysfunction, GERD, and acid reflux. The risk of sleep apnea increases with additional body weight because excess tissue in the back of the throat can narrow and block the airway even more.

By visiting West San Jose Dentist Dr. Guyton, non-compliant CPAP users can be treated for snoring and sleep apnea with a comfortable custom-made oral appliance to help open your airway. Patients no longer need to lose sleep over snoring or sleep apnea in West San Jose.

Change your sleep patterns and overall wellbeing by contacting San Jose Sleep Apnea Specialist Dr. Guyton to discuss available treatment options.

Subconsciously waking up hundreds of times a night disrupts normal sleep patterns and can make a person feel extremely tired and un-refreshed the next day. The frequently associated snoring creates health issues and, in addition, even disrupts the normal sleep patterns of those in your household.