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In this video, Dr. David Shannon, dentist in Northridge, CA., educates patients on sleep apnea and available treatment. Sleep apnea is a condition where the sufferer is actually holding their breath, and waking up unconsciously to breath. Some patients wake up at least once each minute to catch a breath, adding up to as many as 400 to 500 "disturbances" throughout the night. The resulting side effects of exhaustion and sleep deprivation can be alleviated with the use of a custom made appliance that can be fitted in the dentist's office. The patient's tray is similar to a tooth whitening tray and slips over the top and bottom teeth connected by a strap. The placement of the tray brings the jaw forward enough to allow the passage of air so the patient sleeps without disturbances, or side effects, resulting in a good night's sleep.
Dr. Shannon also serves: Northridge, Chatsworth, Encino, West Hills, Canoga Park, Reseda, Tarzana and Woodland Hills