Dentist In Eau Claire, WI Offers Treatment For Snoring And Sleep Apnea

Dr. Chris Poss, dentist in Eau Claire, encourages patients to visit his office for further treatment options for a better night's sleep.

2013-06-09

EAU CLAIRE, WI, June 09, 2013 (Press-News.org) A solid night of sound sleep is important; so important that a person's overall health and ability to function effectively during the day depends on it. But when normal breathing patterns are disrupted during sleep, it's not unusual for health to deteriorate. To help patients suffering from sleep complications, Dr. Chris Poss, dentist in Eau Claire, WI, is happy to offer dental appliances.

"Many people suffer from snoring. It happens when the soft tissues of your throat narrow, causing vibration as air passes through. This restriction in air flow can not only prevent you and those in your household from getting a good night's sleep, but studies are finding that snoring can have a negative impact on your total body health," said Dr. Chris Poss, dentist in Eau Claire.

Although for many people snoring is harmless, in some cases it can also be a sign of a more serious medical condition known as sleep apnea, a disorder that causes a person to stop breathing during sleep. Sleep apnea is characterized by episodes of abnormal pauses in breathing during sleep, which can last several seconds. The episodes are caused by a blockage that occurs within the airway that impedes the natural flow of breathing.

One of the most common symptoms of sleep apnea is snoring. That's why if a patient is a loud, habitual snorer, Dr. Poss, Eau Claire, WI dentist, encourages him or her to visit his office for further diagnosis and treatment.

"If you or a family member is aware of a snoring problem, a custom snore guard can be made to help reduce or eliminate snoring woes," said Dr. Chris Poss, Eau Claire dentures dentist. "The snore guard, which resembles an athletic mouth piece, is a small oral appliance worn during sleep to reduce snoring by moving the jaw forward and preventing the tongue from closing off the air passage. With your air passage open and unobstructed, snoring is greatly reduced which results in a quiet, restful sleep for you and the members of your household."

Patients who suspect that they or a member of their household suffers from snoring or sleep apnea, the first step is to see a specialist. Dr. Chris Poss, Eau Claire dental implant dentist, can evaluate a patient's symptoms, provide a proper diagnosis, refer him or her to a sleep disorder specialist if needed and recommend a treatment plan for each individual case.

Dr. Poss urges his patients to not be one of many people who don't take action to solve their snoring problem. Snoring may be linked to sleep apnea, which is a very serious health condition. Dr. Chris Poss, Eau Claire crowns dentist, can provide the best treatment plan for snoring problems and sleep apnea to help patients and their loved ones to enjoy a good night's sleep once and for all.

About Dr. Chris Poss: Dr. Chris Poss has been practicing in Eau Claire since 1989 at his current location. Dr. Poss and his staff strive to provide effective and convenient care to his patients. His practice offers a variety of services including veneers, whitening, nitrous oxide sedation and dentures, among others. Dr. Poss is a member of the American Dental Association and the West Central Wisconsin Study Club. He participates in continuing education programs each year to ensure that he is offering the most up to date and effective dental service to his Eau Claire patients.

Media Contact:
Christopher Poss, DDS
contactus@drchrisposs.com
2600 Stein Blvd.
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 833-2223
http://www.drchrisposs.com

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