Doctor Alex Martin Talks about Sleep Apnea
A lot of people have sleep apnea, and a lot of ’em are also married or have a significant other. CPAPs are not always the answer. A lot of people won’t sleep with them in, and a lot of husbands or wives will not tolerate sleeping in a room with somebody wearing one. So there are different splints that we can make that will position your jaw to a different position that will then allow you to clear your airway and get a better night’s sleep. It’s something that takes a little getting used to because it is an appliance that you wear when you’re asleep, but it doesn’t make noise, and it allows your partner to have a good night’s sleep while you’re actually breathing all night long.