Leading the Way in Dental Innovation: How Dr. Ford’s Expertise Benefits You At our Huntington Beach office, we’re not just focused on your smile today, but on keeping it bright and healthy for years to come. Dr. Ford, a leading dentist in Huntington Beach, CA, is at the forefront of incorporating advanced dental technologies into our practice, ensuring you receive …
Dental Sleep Medicine: A Solution to Sleep Apnea
Dental Sleep Medicine: A Solution to Sleep Apnea The Emergence of Dental Sleep Medicine Dental sleep medicine is a growing specialty in dentistry that focuses on the treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Located in Huntington Beach, CA, Ford Dental Group is at the forefront of this specialized care, with Dr. Ford providing national lectures …
Understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Introduction Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the upper airway becomes partially or completely blocked during sleep, leading to interruptions in breathing and disrupted sleep patterns. One effective treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea is the use of a mandibular advancement device (MAD). At Ford Dental Group, we are proud …
Dental Sleep Medicine
Dental Sleep Medicine Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a significant health issue that often goes undiagnosed and untreated. In the United States, 24% of adult males and 9% of adult females would qualify as having OSA based on their Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI). Shockingly, 80-90 percent of adults remain undiagnosed, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Recent research indicates …