When Dr. Perkins realized TMJ and sleep apnea could be treated together, he redesigned the TAP sleep apnea appliance to eliminate most serious side effects of the original device. These side effects can include bite changes, TMJ or jaw joint discomfort, unwanted tooth movement and creation of spaces between the teeth. Dr. Perkins offers a redesigned modified TAP (Thornton Adjustable Positioner) appliance as treatment for sleep apnea and snoring in adults. There are not many other orthodontist professionals that are utilizing all these design changes. Improvements to this newly redesigned sleep apnea appliance made by Dr. Perkins, including posterior support, have removed most of the serious side effects and have drastically enhanced the comfort level of wearing this device. Dr. Perkins' modified sleep apnea appliance has been more than 96% successful in his offices.

These modifications created the most effective non-surgical sleep apnea appliance available today. Dr. Perkins redesigned sleep apnea appliance can treat much more severe apnea than any other appliance on the market. He can personally relate to his patients suffering from sleep apnea because he has recovered from the disorder himself. His experience as a leading orthodontist and wearing the TAP himself has allowed him to continue to assess and improve the sleep apnea appliance and treatment.

Seek Treatment with a Sleep Apnea Appliance Sooner Rather Than Later if You Suffer From a Sleep Disorder

Many studies have shown that a large percentage of people experience sleeping issues every week and that it does interfere with their regular activities. You might need treatment with a sleep apnea appliance if you are experiencing:

• Lower productivity at work
• Occurrence of more injuries or illnesses
• Extreme fatigue after sleeping for hours
• Cognitive impairment, inability to concentrate
• Morning headaches
• Obesity
• High blood pressure
• Indigestion

Dr. Perkins has diagnosed sleep apnea in children when their parents were completely unaware of the condition. He has provided treatment and helped many children with this disorder because of his ability to recognize the issues during his thorough examination of each child. He often recognizes the problem that has been missed by other doctors.

If you suspect you may be suffering from a sleep disorder, call us today to schedule a comprehensive examination to see if a sleep apnea appliance can get you back on track.

Featured Article:

Get Better Results from the Modified Sleep Apnea Dental Appliance Used by Dr. Ronald C. Perkins

[Posted on May 07]

Many people suffer from a condition called sleep apnea and never know that they have this disorder. Sleep apnea is a medical condition that keeps oxygen from being properly absorbed by vital organs in the body. Those who suffer from this condition could eventually suffer from serious medical issues including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and others. It is important to be evaluated, diagnosed and treated for sleep apnea as soon as you begin exhibiting symptoms. Treatment options may vary and Dr. Ronald C. Perkins has modified a sleep apnea dental appliance to provide his patients with a higher level of success in treatment for sleep apnea.

Dr. Perkins offers six months of comprehensive follow up treatments to be certain that the appliance is comfortable and working properly. He has more than 25 years of experience in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea in children and adults. Dr. Perkins realized that sleep apnea and TMJ could be treated together more effectively. He redesigned the TAP sleep apnea appliance to eliminate the most serious side effects that the original device had. He now offers the modified TAP appliance that is effective in treating snoring and sleep apnea in both adults and children.

Dr. Perkins is a trusted Dallas orthodontist who cares about his patients. He wants you or your child to sleep better and to experience fewer symptoms. His modified sleep apnea appliance has proven to be more than 96 percent successful in his offices. Studies have shown that there are numbers of people who suffer from sleep apnea without having been properly diagnosed. Symptoms of this condition include extreme fatigue after sleeping, lower productivity, regular occurrences of illness or injury, inability to concentrate, headaches in the morning, obesity, high blood pressure and indigestion. If you suffer from one or more of these symptoms, Dr. Perkins can evaluate you and determine if you are suffering from sleep apnea.

He will then provide you with a treatment plan that will lessen your symptoms and ensure that you experience a more restful night's sleep. He often diagnoses problems that are overlooked by other doctors and has diagnosed sleep apnea in children when their parents were unaware of this disorder. If you feel that you suffer from a sleeping disorder, now is the time to find out. Feel free to browse our website and learn more about sleep apnea or contact us and schedule an appointment with Dr. Ronald C. Perkins today.

Read More Articles Below:

Dr. Ron Perkins Provides Effective Results with a Modified Sleep Apnea Dental Appliance