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17895 NW Evergreen Parkway, Suite 130
Beaverton, OR 97006
Phone: (503) 713-3209
Fax: 503) 533-9508
www.apneaandsnoring.com
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What is Sleep Apnea?
The University Health Network describes sleep apnea as brief periods of recurrent cessation of breathing during sleep that is caused by obstruction of the airway or a disturbance in the brain's respiratory center and is associated with excessive daytime sleepiness.
Who is at risk for Sleep Apnea?
People of all ages, males and females may be affected by Sleep Apnea but certain factors increase your risk. Some of the factors are:
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Excessive Weight
- A Limited Airway
- Neck Circumference greather than 17 inches
- Hypertension
- Smoking
- Prolonged Sitting
How is Sleep Apnea diagnosed?
Sleep Apnea is most often diagnosed by a sleep physician after undergoing an overnight sleep study.
What is the treatment for Sleep Apnea?
There are several options for the treatment of Sleep Apnea. Surgery, CPAP, BPAP and oral appliances are just a few options. Oral appliances are often preferred because many patients find the CPAP is noisy, cumbersome and uncomfortable and often disturbs the sleep of thier bed partners. The oral appliance is also ideal for frequent travelers who want to avoid the hassle of traveling with a CPAP machine.
What does a COMPLIMENTARY consultation include?
Dr. Larson provides a Complimentary Consultation to determine whether Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) is right for you. This consultation includes an oral airway examination, review of your medical history, previous sleep studies and an in depth discussion to determine the right appliance for the treatment of Sleep Apnea.
According to the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 12-18 million Americans have moderate to severe sleep-disordered breathing and most people with sleep disordered breathing are undiagnosed. Interruptions in breathing are potentially serious medical conditions and should be evaluated by a physician to determine whether treatment is needed. Untreated sleep - disordered breathing has been linked to a greater risk of cardiovascular disease and risk factors, including high blood pressure, stoke, and diabetes. Sleep disordered breathing occurs in people of all ages, but is more commen in men, the elderly and overweight individuals.
A study was performed following 1522 generally healthy men and women for an average of 13.8 years and participants with severe sleep- disordered breathing who were not treated were four times more likely to die from any cause and five times more likely to die from cardiovascular conditions.
"NHLBI Media Availability: Sleep Apnea Linked to Increased Risk of Death" was embargoed for release August 1, 2008 by NIH (National Institue of Health) News.
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DR. KEITH LARSON
Dr. Larson has been practicing dentistry in the Portland/ Beaverton area in Oregon for over 30 years and has been treating sleep disorder problems since 2005. He is an active member of the Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. He is on a diplomat track in Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Larson assisted in founding the first Dental Sleep Study Club in Oregon and has been a spokesperson for treatment of sleep disorders to both dental and medical groups. He has been honored as Top Professional in National Who’s Who of Executives and Professionals. He is past president of the Oregon Christian Medical Dental Society. Dr. Larson works closely with his patient’s physicians keeping them well informed of their treatment and their follow up evaluations assuring its efficacy. He works with your insurance company to verify your benefits and will do the medical billing on your behalf. He follows all protocols provided by the Academy of Sleep Medicine in diagnosis and treatment and is actively engaged in the development of new procedures and instruments to more effectively treat the potentially serious health hazards of sleep disorders. Having experienced severe sleep apnea himself, he is sensitive to the problems of snoring and sleep apnea. Dr. Larson has successfully treated numerous patients who have had unsuccessful palatal surgeries.
Dr. Larson provides sleep apnea consultations at no charge.
"This system really works. No hoses or pumps. When I travel I can take all I need in my overnight kit. My wife thinks no snoring is great!"
--M. Gerig, Salem
"My oral appliance has been the best thing that has happened to my husband and I (Oh and the dogs)! I can't remember the last time I've had actual dreams and could remember them. My energy and stamina to survive the day is amazing and only after having my mouthpiece for only a month. I've been fighting with my CPAP for six years and it just wasn't working and it was nickle and diming us to death financially. This really works, we love it! We are both sleeping through the night now!
--L. McKerren, Astoria |
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