Breathing
Machines: More Than Just CPAP
If
you have sleep apnea and live near Your City, Your City Dental Care can provide you with a
breathing machine. The machine attaches to a sleep mask that gives you a
steady stream of air throughout the night. You'll stop snoring, and
other sleep apnea symptoms will fade or disappear. With your body
getting a steady supply of oxygen all night, your sleep will be more
restful, and you'll experience less daytime fatigue.
The CPAP machine is
the most common breathing machine. It provides a continuous stream of
positive air pressure. The air moves through a flexible tube and into a
sleep mask over your nose.
But CPAP is not the
only option; there are other types of breathing machines as well. Some
people do not prefer CPAP machines. However, it's worth noting that
other machines tend to cost more than CPAP and are less likely to be
covered by insurance.
A VPAP machine
provides variable positive airway pressure. A BiPAP machine
offers bilevel positive airway pressure. These machines allow for
different air pressure when inhaling than when exhaling. For some
people, VPAP or BiPAP therapy feels more natural and comfortable.
An APAP machine
provides automatic positive airway pressure or auto-titrating
continuous positive airway pressure. This type of breathing machine
has sensors that monitor breathing and provide air as needed.
CPAP therapy is often
covered by insurance. However, insurance is less likely to cover the
cost of other breathing machines. Patients generally begin with CPAP
treatment, moving on only if they're not satisfied.
If you think a
breathing machine might be right for you, give Your City Dental Care a call at (555) 555-5555. We've
helped lots of people in California, and we'd be happy to make an appointment
for you to discuss your treatment options.
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