Struggling with sleep apnea, teeth grinding, or jaw discomfort? Dr. Addie Chang offers customized oral appliances in Tukwila, WA, designed to enhance sleep quality, protect your teeth, and improve overall oral health.
With a focus on precision and comfort, these appliances provide a simple yet effective solution for various dental concerns.
Oral appliances are removable plastic mouthpieces that fit snugly over your teeth. They provide an effective and affordable way to relieve symptoms associated with various conditions, such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), teeth grinding (bruxism), and temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ).
We partner with nearby dental labs to create innovative, comfortable designs that encourage optimal oral health and improve the quality of life.
Request an oral appliance consultation at our practice if you experience any of the following symptoms:
You should also seek treatment if your spouse or significant other notices that you stop and start breathing multiple times during sleep.
Oral appliances help manage obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by keeping airways open—reducing snoring and promoting restful sleep.
Suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding)? A custom-fitted appliance prevents enamel wear and relieves jaw pain.
Unlike bulky CPAP machines, oral appliances are compact, portable, and easy to maintain—perfect for travel.
Every patient receives a personalized oral appliance crafted for maximum comfort and effectiveness.
Using advanced dental technology, Dr. Addie Chang ensures a precise fit for optimal results.
Before recommending an oral appliance, we will review your dental records and ask about your symptoms, including when they started, if they are worse at certain times, like when you first wake up in the morning, and if you’ve tried at-home treatments.
Next, we will complete an oral exam and take a series of digital X-rays to get a closer look at your jaw and the surrounding tissues. If we identify any signs of teeth grinding (bruxism), obstructive sleep apnea, or a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) you qualify for treatment.
We will then take digital impressions of your mouth using an intraoral scanner and send them to a dental lab. Techs at the lab use your impressions to design and manufacture a custom oral appliance.
A week or two later, when your oral appliance is ready, you return to the office and try it on. We will make adjustments as necessary and explain how to keep it in optimal condition.
Oral appliances last between 7–10 years on average*, but you can extend their use by taking good care of them. The team at Addie Chang, DMD, recommends keeping your oral appliance in a protective case, rinsing it off after each use to reduce plaque buildup, and handling it carefully.
To see if you can benefit from an oral appliance, request a consultation at the practice of Addie Chang, DMD, by calling the office or clicking the online booking feature today.
*Individual results may vary.
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