Sleep Apnea & Snoring

Dental Solutions for Better Sleep in Bay Ridge/Sunset Park

At Serenity Dental of Bay Ridge/Sunset Park, we help patients address sleep-related breathing issues such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Poor sleep affects more than energy levels—it can impact focus, mood, and overall health.

Our goal is to identify dental-related causes of sleep disruption and offer treatment options that support safer, more restful sleep.
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What Is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a condition in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most common form, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs when the muscles of the throat relax and block the airway.

These interruptions reduce oxygen levels and prevent deep, restorative sleep, even if you’re not fully aware they’re happening.
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Common Signs of Sleep Apnea or Snoring

You may be experiencing sleep-related breathing issues if you or your sleep partner notice:
 
  • Loud or chronic snoring
     
  • Gasping, choking, or pauses in breathing during sleep
     
  • Frequent nighttime waking
     
  • Morning headaches
     
  • Daytime fatigue or sleepiness
     
  • Difficulty concentrating
     
  • Irritability or mood changes

Because symptoms often occur during sleep, many people remain undiagnosed for years.
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Why Dental Care Matters for Sleep Apnea

The position of your jaw, tongue, and teeth can play a significant role in airway obstruction. In many cases, dentists can help manage sleep apnea and snoring by improving airway support during sleep.

Dental evaluation may be especially helpful for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy or are seeking alternative treatment options.

Treatment Options We May Offer

After a thorough evaluation and coordination with your medical provider when appropriate, treatment options may include:
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Custom oral appliance therapy

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Mandibular advancement devices designed to keep the airway open

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Bite and jaw positioning evaluation

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Guidance for patients seeking alternatives to CPAP therapy

A Personalized, Coordinated Approach

Sleep apnea treatment should be tailored to your needs and overall health. We work carefully within established guidelines and collaborate with other healthcare providers when necessary to ensure safe, effective care.

You’ll receive clear explanations, realistic expectations, and recommendations focused on long-term wellness.

Improve Your Sleep and Your Health

If snoring or sleep apnea is affecting your quality of life, dental treatment may be part of the solution.

6123 5th Avenue, Sunset Park, NY 11220
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