Sleep apnea is a common disorder that affects many people. Despite its prevalence, most people refuse to seek treatment because they either don’t think it’s a big deal or they want to avoid using a loud, clunky machine at night. Fortunately, oral appliance therapy is a modern solution that has proven to be highly effective at correcting the disorder. Of course, it can take some time to get used to your new device, especially if you’ve never used one before. Read on to learn what to expect and some tips to help you adjust to your oral appliance.

Have you been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? If so, your condition may cause continual disruptions in your breathing that make it difficult or even impossible to get enough high-quality sleep each night! Certainly, professional sleep apnea treatment can help. You may also find it beneficial to supplement your treatment with some minor lifestyle changes. For example, you could try sleeping in a recliner. How might that prove helpful? This blog post explains.