Sleep Apnea Surgery

Premier Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, Orland Park

Understanding Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that interrupts breathing while you sleep, causing restless nights and affecting overall quality of life. Common symptoms include loud snoring, pauses in breathing, daytime fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and changes in mood. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to serious health issues, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and chronic exhaustion.

At Premier Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center in Orland Park, Dr. Abdulkader Ghadiali specializes in providing effective solutions to help you breathe easier and improve your well-being, including sleep apnea surgery.

Who Is at Risk for Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea can affect anyone, but some individuals are at higher risk. Contributing factors include:

• Age: Older adults are more likely to develop sleep apnea due to changes in muscle tone and airway structure.
• Gender: Men are at a higher risk than women, although the risk increases for women after menopause.
• Lifestyle Factors: Obesity, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption significantly increase the likelihood of developing sleep apnea. Smaller physical features, such as a narrow throat or recessed jawline, can also heighten risk factors.

If you recognize any of these factors in yourself or a loved one, consulting with a specialist like Dr. Ghadiali can help determine the best course of action for diagnosis and treatment.

When to Consider Surgery for Sleep Apnea

Initially, sleep apnea treatment often involves lifestyle changes like weight loss, reducing alcohol intake, or using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. However, if these approaches do not resolve symptoms or if CPAP therapy is not effective or tolerated, surgery may become a viable option.

Surgical treatment may also be considered for patients with specific anatomical issues contributing to airway obstruction. During a consultation, Dr. Ghadiali will carefully assess your unique condition to recommend a personalized treatment plan.

Benefits of Sleep Apnea Surgery

Sleep apnea surgery offers significant benefits, especially for those who have not responded well to other treatments:

• Improved Sleep Quality: Open airways allow for uninterrupted breathing, giving you deeper, more restful sleep.
• Reduced Health Risks: Properly managed sleep apnea can lower the risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, and other related conditions.
• Enhanced Day-to-Day Functioning: Better sleep can lead to increased energy, sharper focus, and an overall improvement in mood and mental clarity.
• Freedom from Devices: For those who struggle with CPAP, surgery provides a permanent solution to eliminate dependency on external devices.

Patients who undergo sleep apnea surgery often report significant improvements in their quality of life, so why not take the first step towards better rest today?

Are You a Candidate for Sleep Apnea Surgery?

Not everyone with sleep apnea is a candidate for surgery. Ideal candidates typically exhibit one or more of the following criteria:

• Moderate to severe sleep apnea with failed CPAP therapy
• Anatomical obstructions that are correctable (e.g., jaw positioning, excess tissue in the throat)
• General good health with no underlying conditions that may complicate recovery

Dr. Abdulkader Ghadiali and his team at Premier Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center conduct thorough evaluations to ensure that surgery is the right choice for you.

Customized Surgical Treatments

When surgery is recommended, the specific procedure will be tailored to your needs. Solutions may include:

• Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP): Removes or tightens excess soft tissue in the throat to open up the airway.
• Genioglossus Muscle Advancement: Adjusts the tongue attachment to prevent airway obstruction.
• Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA): Shifts the upper and/or lower jaws forward to create more space in the airway. This is considered one of the most effective options for severe sleep apnea, achieving a success rate of over 95%.

Dr. Ghadiali combines cutting-edge technology with his extensive expertise to perform each procedure with precision and care, ensuring the best possible outcome for his patients.

Take Control of Your Sleep and Health

At Premier Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center in Orland Park, your comfort and health are our priority. If sleep apnea has been impacting your quality of life, Dr. Abdulkader Ghadiali and his team are here to help guide you through the process of finding the right solution.

Get started today—schedule a consultation to explore personalized treatment options and take one step closer to restful nights and energized days.

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