Restful Sleep with
Rest Resolution
Oral Appliance Therapy
effective, easy to use and noninvasive
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Livingston is an American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomate. He is also a participating member of the International Academy of Sleep. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas, and his 2-year post-doctoral hospital residency from Charity Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Livingston has been treating patients in Live Oak and the surrounding area at his private practice, Toepperwein Dental, since 2002. Dr. Livingston truly has a passion towards helping people live a longer and more healthy life; which is evident by his latest achievement.
San Antonio's
Premier Sleep Dentist
Kenneth Livingston, DDS, D-ABDSM
Oral Appliance Therapy
The Sleep Herbst Appliance is extremely successful in the treatment of nocturnal bruxism due to the fact it allows patients to move laterally and vertically without disengaging the appliance.
The TAP appliance is a custom-made, two-piece appliance that snaps firmly and comfortably over the upper and lower teeth, much like a sports mouthguard or retainer. Its basic function is to hold the jaw forward so the tongue and soft tissues of the throat do not collapse into the throat.
The inclines, while keeping the mandible from dropping open during sleep, enable the patient to open and close normally while wearing the appliance. Suitable for all dentitions, the Dorsal is ideal for patients with existing crown and/or bridge work.
Risks
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Arrhythmia
- Stroke
Treating Sleep Apnea Helps
You To Live Longer
Health Benefits of a Better Night's Sleep
Studies have demonstrated that OAT effectively treats OSA through a duction in apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) and respiratory disturbance index in patients. Studies have demonstrated similar effectiveness between OAT and CPAP, even among patients with moderate-to-severe OSA.
- Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Mortality
- Reduction in Blood Pressure
- Improved Sleep Quality
- Reduced Daytime Sleepiness
- Reduced Depression
Testimonials
What Our Clients Have To Say
