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What are some alternatives to cpap for sleep apnea?

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Dr. Brent Peters answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Multiple options: Treatment for sleep apnea can depend on the severity. The best long term treatment is weight loss if you carry too much weight. For mild to moderate sleep apnea a dental appliance can help with apnea and snoring. Surgical options include tissue reduction surgery (uvulopalatopharyngioplasty), jaw surgery and the newest option is a pacemaker device that opens the airway during snoring. No meds help.

Answered 1/9/2015

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