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May
Reclaim Your Sleep and Health with Sleep Apnea Treatment
A full night’s sleep is as essential as diet and exercise. Unfortunately, patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) rarely get the healthy sleep needed for the body to rest, repair, and restore itself. At Rigby Dental, we are excited to offer sleep apnea treatment to patients in West Jordan, Sandy, Utah, and beyond. If you suspect sleep apnea, visit our dentist today and enjoy a healthy and uninterrupted night’s sleep.
How do I know I have obstructive sleep apnea?
OSA is a severe sleep disorder characterized by stop-and-start breathing cycles when sleeping. OSA occurs when the airway becomes partly or fully blocked during sleep, interfering with airflow through the nose or mouth. When your brain senses a drop in oxygen, it briefly wakes your body just enough to restart breathing. These interruptions are so short you may not notice them, but they disrupt your ability to reach deep, restorative sleep.
Here are the common symptoms of OSA.
- Loud, chronic snoring.
- Gasping for air when sleeping.
- Mood changes and irritability.
- Morning headaches.
- Waking up with a dry throat.
- Daytime fatigue and sleepiness.
- Poor concentration during the day.
Sleep apnea can take a toll on your daily life, affecting your sleep, mood, and focus. Worse yet, lack of quality sleep puts your brain, lungs, and heart on overdrive, heightening the risk of several systemic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, dementia, depression, and stroke. Sleep apnea is no laughing matter. We take it seriously and offer effective treatment to help restore your sleep and health.
How do you treat sleep apnea?
One common treatment for sleep apnea is a CPAP machine, which delivers a constant stream of pressurized air into the upper airway via a mask. However, many patients struggle to continue using CPAP due to discomfort or noise. If CPAP isn’t right for you, there are still other effective treatment options available.
Your West Jordan dentist offers custom oral appliances as simple yet effective solutions for sleep apnea treatment. Worn like a mouthguard, a sleep apnea oral appliance prevents your tongue from collapsing, keeping your airway open during sleep. Many patients love oral appliances because they are discreet, portable, comfortable, and easy to use.
Call Our Office for More Information
New Patients: (385) 595-5394 | Existing Patients: (801) 255-7600
Does insurance cover sleep apnea treatment?
Your insurance plan may cover your treatment, but the exact coverage varies by plan. That’s why it’s important to verify your coverage with your provider before any treatment. Our team can also help you understand the specifics of your policy to ensure you proceed with clarity.
Don’t have insurance? Our office is committed to making high-quality dental care affordable to everyone. If you don’t have insurance, discover the ease and convenience of dental financing with Cherry and Proceed Finance. These options let you break down treatment costs into budget-friendly installments.
Does my local dentist offer sleep apnea treatment?
Don’t let sleep apnea disrupt your sleep and health. Rigby Dental offers sleep apnea treatment to help you sleep more restfully and restoratively. Call us at (385) 595-5394 (West Jordan, UT) or (385) 595-5413 (Sandy, UT) and get a step closer to overcoming sleep apnea.
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At Rigby Dental, our team of highly skilled and compassionate dentists brings together decades of experience and a shared commitment to excellence in patient care, ensuring our patients receive the highest level of care in a welcoming, state-of-the-art environment.
Dr. Bradley Rigby, DMD
Dr. Chris Evans, DMD
Dr. Venssa Knight, DDS
Dr. Ashleigh Dearing, DMD
Dr. Bradley Rigby, DMD, is a West Jordan native with over 20 years of experience in general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. He founded Rigby Dental in 2002 after earning his DMD from Temple University and completing a General Practice Residency at the University of Utah. Dr. Rigby is known for his advanced training and dedication to creating confident, healthy smiles.
Dr. Chris Evans, DMD, is a Salt Lake native with specialized training in general dentistry and public health. He earned his DMD and Certificate in Public Health from the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) through the U.S. Army, where he also served as an active-duty dentist for three years.
Dr. Venssa Knight, DDS, affectionately known as “Dr. V,” brings over two decades of experience in cosmetic and general dentistry. A Texas A&M graduate, she co-owned a thriving dental practice in Park City before joining the Rigby Dental team. Dr. Knight is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentists and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and is passionate about delivering modern, patient-focused care.
Dr. Ash, DMD, is a dedicated dental professional who earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Roseman University of Dental Medicine in Utah in April 2020. Before that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Utah Valley University in May 2016. Committed to advancing her expertise, Dr. Ash has pursued key continuing education and developed specialized skills in Botox and dermal fillers, clear aligners, esthetic veneers, and the Marshall Hanson Method of prepless veneers. She is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care with a focus on both function and aesthetics.