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Do you or someone you know snore? Did you know that snoring is the #1 symptom for people who
suffer from a potentially deadly disease called Obstructive Sleep Apnea, (OSA)? In fact, snoring can also lead to daytime
sleepiness, difficulty concentrating, high blood pressure, and many more life altering issues.
Symptoms of sleep apnea can range from snoring to feeling unrested after sleep. The Mayo Clinic defines sleep apnea as
“a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.” It is often known that sleep apnea
sufferers experience repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, causing multiple awakenings. These sleep awakenings
cause acute surges in blood pressure and heart rate, further increasing stress on the heart.
It is estimated that more than 50 million Americans suffer from OSA. Despite this ever growing statistic, unfortunately
over 90% still remain undiagnosed. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, OSA increases the
chances of a heart attack, stroke, type-2 diabetes, obesity, brain damage, and depression. The American Academy of
Sleep Medicine now recommends oral appliances as a primary or first line of treatment for mild to moderate OSA.
Our office works closely with area pulmonologists, ENTs, neurologists, cardiologists, and
internists to determine the best treatment for each individual. Treatment is covered by most
medical insurance companies, including Medicare.
Dr. Arné is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of
Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Arné has been actively treating patients for OSA in the Wilmington area
for the past ten years, during which time, he has had the opportunity to treat countless patients
with oral appliances.
Please call our office today at (910) 762-1118. To find out if you may be at risk for having
sleep apnea visit www.SleepTest.com to take an online questionnaire.
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Dr. Damon R. Arné - Prosthodontist
1604 Physicians Drive • Suite 102 • Wilmington, NC 28411
Phone: 910-762-1118
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