Sleep Apnea Treatment in Harrisonburg, VA

Did you know that snoring and feeling tired after a night of rest are indicators you may suffer from sleep apnea? When left untreated, sleep apnea can cause several health problems. At Rockingham ProDental, we offer sleep apnea treatment for patients who experience sleep apnea symptoms. To learn more about our sleep apnea treatment, give our office a call to schedule an appointment at your convenience!

What Is the Main Cause of Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that is caused by an obstruction to airway passages. Some causes of this obstruction are due to weight, narrow airway passages, or genetics. Many patients that suffer from sleep apnea are not aware until it interferes drastically with their everyday life. Sleep apnea symptoms can include snoring, feeling tired after sleeping, dry mouth, and morning headaches. Sleep apnea is more common in men than women.

How Does the Dentist Treat Sleep Apnea?

While cases of sleep apnea may need to be resolved by a sleep apnea doctor, dentists also practice dental sleep medicine! This type of practice results in sleep apnea treatment with oral appliances that can hold the mouth in a comfortable position, which keeps airways open throughout the night. If you’re looking for CPAP alternatives, sleep apnea therapy through your dentist is a minimally invasive and cost-effective solution!

What Happens if Sleep Apnea Goes Untreated?

If left untreated, sleep apnea can cause several health problems. Sleep apnea disorder often causes a person to breathe through their mouth. When this happens, dry mouth is evident. A dry mouth can lead to tooth decay, plaque, mouth sores, and infection of the gums. Contact our office to visit our sleep apnea dentist if you believe you could benefit from sleep apnea therapy or are interested in CPAP alternatives!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you are new to our office or planning your next visit, these are the questions we hear most often, and our team is glad to help with anything else.

Do You Accept Dental Insurance?

We are a fee-for-service practice, so we are not in-network with insurance plans. We file your paperwork as a courtesy and provide any documents your insurance company needs, so you can pursue the reimbursement your plan allows.

What Payment Options Do You Offer?

We accept cash, debit and credit cards, and CareCredit, and we offer in-house payment plans. Patients without insurance can also join our in-house membership plan. Our team is happy to review your options before treatment begins.

What Should I Expect at My First Appointment?

Your first visit is a one-on-one consultation where Dr. Rigby learns about your dental history and goals. Please bring any X-rays taken within the last year and your completed new patient forms, or arrive ten to fifteen minutes early to fill them out.

Your Family’s Dental Home in Harrisonburg

Rockingham ProDental brings together prosthodontic training, an on-site lab, and a team that treats you like family. Dr. Rigby’s Ohio State education and 17+ years of private practice experience as a prosthodontist support everything we do, from a first cleaning to a full-mouth restoration, all within reach for patients across the Shenandoah Valley.

Come see what a friendly, clear, and collaborative dental visit feels like. We would love to help you plan your next step, and you can request an appointment through our contact form.