Are there alternatives to CPAP therapy for sleep apnea?
CPAP therapy is the treatment of choice for most people with sleep apnea, but alternative treatments are appropriate for some patients. For people with mild sleep apnea, a custom-made oral appliance that moves the jaw forward slightly may offer effective therapy. Surgery to remove part of the soft palate is effective in some patients; others find that they eventually need CPAP therapy even after having surgery. Your sleep specialist will review the options with you and recommend the best method of treatment.
