Dentist in Chicago Offers Treatment for Snoring and Sleep Apnea

CHICAGO, IL, June 15, 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. Richard DiVerde, sleep apnea dentist in Chicago, IL, 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. DiVerde, Chicago sleep apnea dentist.

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. DiVerde, sleep apnea dentist in Chicago, 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. Richard DiVerde. "The Chicago snoring mouth 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. Richard DiVerde, Chicago, IL sleep apnea 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. DiVerde 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. DiVerde 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 DiVerde Dental Studio: Dr. Richard DiVerde has been practicing in general dentistry since 1984. He has had advanced training in endodontics (root canals) and oral surgery. Dr. DiVerde is a member of the Sleep Disorder Dental Society and treats snoring and sleep apnea with non-surgical appliance therapy. Dr. DiVerde and his staff attend many hours of continuing education yearly through the American Dental Associating and Academy of General Dentistry sponsored classes. Along with Drs. Gallagher, Cinqui, Amigoni and Witkowski, Dr. DiVerde offers a variety of services including dental implants, veneers, teeth whitening and Chicago anti-snoring devices.

Media Contact:
Dr. Richard B. DiVerde
DiVerde Dental Studio
contactus@DeVerdiDental.net
30 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 1405
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 263-7822
http://www.diverdedental.net/