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Why Does Dr. Seifi Focus on Sleep Apnea Treatment?
When you wake up feeling exhausted after a rough night's sleep, do you think about calling your dentist? For most people, that answer is no because the idea of going to your dentist to improve your sleep quality sounds odd. After all, a dentist only helps you fix your teeth, right?
Well, you may be surprised to know that you
should
be talking to your dentist about your sleep! That's because, in addition to your dental health, many dentists
also
address snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. There are a few good reasons for this:
In simple terms, obstructive sleep apnea is caused by your jaws and palate affecting the shape of your airway. When the dentist asks you to say "ahh" or takes X-rays during your routine checkups, they can see if you show any of the physical signs that could indicate sleep apnea.
Obstructive sleep apnea can be treated with oral appliance therapy. An oral appliance is a device that goes in your mouth and repositions your tongue and jaw to keep your airway open while you sleep. So even though you need a specialist to diagnose sleep disorders like sleep apnea, you need a dentist to create the custom oral appliances to treat them.
Dr. Maryam Seifi is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), a national organization that helps dentists get the education and training they need to provide oral appliance therapy. She decided to join this organization because she cares about you, not just your teeth. Dr. Seifi knows that consistent, high-quality sleep is the cornerstone of a healthy life, and she wants her patients to thrive in all areas of their lives.
After all, what's the point of a beautiful smile if you're too exhausted to show it off?
Dr. Seifi's Approach to Sleep Apnea Treatment
It's no exaggeration that sleep apnea can seriously reduce your quality of life. If left untreated, it can lead to dangerous medical issues such as high blood pressure, liver problems, Type 2 diabetes, and even heart attack or stroke. But on immediate terms, it affects your ability to get restful sleep right now!
If you have ever suffered a sleepless night when you had to be awake or productive the next day, you understand how important sleep is for a healthy and happy life. Now imagine if that wasn't just one night, but every night, and you'll see why Dr. Seifi is so passionate about helping her patients solve this problem!
Dr. Maryam Seifi founded Breath of Life Dental (BOLD) with the express purpose of helping those in our community who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. Although she cannot officially diagnose you, she is experienced in early detection and treatment. In fact, your dentist may be the first one to notice the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea during your routine checkups.
Once you are diagnosed with sleep apnea, Dr. Seifi will work with you to develop an
oral appliance therapy treatment plan. She will take the time to explain your options and answer any questions you may have about the treatment so you can be confident that you're taking the right step toward improving your health and wellbeing.
If you are concerned about your sleep quality and think you may have a sleep disorder, Dr. Seifi offers thorough screenings and consultations to discuss your symptoms. If needed, she will advise you on how to get an official diagnosis from a sleep specialist.
You can also
take our helpful self-assessment, which is a quick and easy way to check if you may be dealing with sleep apnea.
Why Does Dr. Seifi Like the Vivos System?
Dr. Maryam Seifi often recommends the Vivos System because she has seen the life-changing results it has brought to her patients. Instead of using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, which can only treat the symptoms of sleep apnea, the Vivos System is used to repair the underlying causes of obstructive sleep apnea. It's also a lot more comfortable than a CPAP machine and does not make any noise, which is extremely helpful if you are a light sleeper!
Even patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea have seen incredible results using this system, which is why Dr. Seifi was so determined to bring this amazing technology to Maryland.
The best part is that the Vivos System works in patients of all ages—even children! If your child is suffering from sleep apnea, this incredible technology can gently and safely correct the physical causes (such as non-optimum jaw position or a small palate, which can cause a narrow airway).
Dr. Seifi loves using the Vivos System because it is a nonsurgical and permanent solution which can drastically improve your child's quality of life—in
more ways than you might think!
And if you currently use a CPAP machine but would like to switch to oral appliance therapy, call our office to schedule an evaluation with Dr. Seifi!
Memberships and Awards
Throughout her career, Dr. Maryam Seifi has been a speaker at several medical events across the country and has received many awards for her hard work. A few of her memberships and awards are as follows:
Awards:
- Member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM)
- AADSM Qualified Dentist
- Member of the American Dental Association
- Vivos Integrated Provider
- Member of the Southern Maryland Dental Society
- Invisalign Gold Plus Provider
- Diplomate of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA)
- National Winner of the Doctor's Choice Award (2015)
- Doctor's Choice Award Top 200 Dentist (2019)
In addition, Dr. Seifi is active in supporting groups that work to improve lives in our community, such as Foster Kids Screening for Montgomery County, Foundation for a Drug Free World, the Maryland Special Olympics, and the American Cancer Society.
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Schedule Your Appointment with Maryland's Best
Sleep Apnea Dentist
If you're looking for dentists who treat sleep apnea in North Bethesda, look no further than Dr. Maryam Seifi at Breath of Life Dental (BOLD)! With over 30 years of experience and countless satisfied patients, our award-winning dentist is truly one of the best in the nation.
When you meet with Dr. Seifi yourself, you'll see why so many people love having her as their primary dentist. She is dedicated to improving people's lives. Whether that means providing top-notch dental care or helping you achieve a good night's sleep, she cares about doing whatever she can to make a difference in your life.
Since opening BOLD, Dr. Seifi has helped so many people escape the struggle with their sleep apnea—adults and children alike! And if you think you might be going through the same struggle, or if you already have an official diagnosis, she's ready to help you, too.
All you have to do is call our North Bethesda clinic at
(301) 818-2653 to schedule your initial patient evaluation with Dr. Seifi. Or, if you prefer, you can
fill out this online form and one of our staff members will reach out to you and help you set up an appointment.
It's your life, and you deserve a good one—so don't wait until the symptoms get worse! Call BOLD today to schedule your sleep apnea evaluation and get on the path to your healthy, happy life.