Sleep Apnea Treatment in Vista, CA

What Is Sleep Apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the muscles in the back of the throat relax too much during sleep, causing your airway to narrow or close. This results in repeated breathing interruptions throughout the night.

Common symptoms include:

• Loud, chronic snoring
  
• Gasping or choking during sleep
  
• Morning headaches
  
• Daytime fatigue or brain fog
  
• Dry mouth or sore throat upon waking
  
• Mood changes or irritability
  

If untreated, sleep apnea can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and other serious health conditions.

Dental Treatment for Sleep Apnea

Dr. Antwan offers custom-made oral appliances designed to keep the airway open by repositioning the lower jaw and tongue during sleep. These devices are:

• Comfortable and easy to wear
  
• Non-invasive and custom-fitted
  
• Quiet and portable — no cords, masks, or machines
  
• Effective for many patients with mild to moderate OSA
  

We work in coordination with your physician or sleep specialist to ensure a comprehensive treatment plan that aligns with your sleep study results or diagnosis.

Snore Guards for Chronic Snoring

Snoring doesn’t always mean you have sleep apnea, but it can still disrupt your rest — and your partner’s. Our snore guards are oral appliances designed to reduce or eliminate snoring by gently repositioning the jaw to prevent airway collapse.

Benefits of snore guards:

• Reduce or eliminate snoring
  
• Improve sleep quality
  
• Lightweight and travel-friendly
  
• Custom-made for a precise fit
  

If you snore but haven’t been diagnosed with sleep apnea, we can evaluate your airway and determine if a snore guard is right for you.

Signs You May Need Sleep Apnea Treatment

You may benefit from a custom dental appliance if you:

• Have been diagnosed with mild to moderate OSA
  
• Can’t tolerate CPAP therapy
  
• Snore regularly or loudly
  
• Wake frequently or feel unrefreshed in the morning
  
• Sleep restlessly or grind your teeth at night
  

For patients already using nightguards for teeth grinding, we can combine appliance designs to streamline your care.

Sleep Support for Vista and North County San Diego

Civic Dental provides sleep apnea treatment for patients in Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Fallbrook, and surrounding areas. Dr. Dunya Antwan takes a comprehensive, collaborative approach to improving your sleep and protecting your health — one breath at a time.

We also offer TMJ Therapy, as many patients with sleep apnea also experience jaw pain or clenching.