Our team is proud to serve Sleep Apnea and TMJ Clinic Glastonbury, CT  areas with our state-of-the-art clinic specializing in sleep apnea TMJ disorders and facial pain. We use a holistic approach to prioritize your health and well-being. We will address your oral health concerns including a scalloped tongue, oversized tongue, a narrow palate, wear on teeth from grinding, and more. We can also help with the symptoms of sleep apnea such as snoring, waking up feeling tired, and the potential of a choking sensation or a gasping sound.

Meet Dr. Keith Hollinger: Leading Specialist in Sleep Apnea and TMJ Treatments

Untreated sleep apnea can lead to serious health problems like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression. Additionally, the condition can negatively impact your relationships with family and friends. If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, the obstruction in your throat impedes the flow of oxygen into your brain. As a result, your brain will signal the body to wake up in an attempt to restore proper oxygen levels.

Obstructive sleep apnea and TMJ are closely linked. In fact, many patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea are at risk for TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, which can cause jaw pain, headaches, and ringing in the ears. To reduce stress on the TMJ, Steven F. Hinchey, DMD offers sleep apnea dental appliances for Glastonbury patients. These mouthpieces look similar to athletic mouthguards and function by repositioning the lower jaw and tongue during sleep. They can also be used as an alternative to CPAP treatment.