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Innovative Solutions for Improved Sleep

The most common symptoms of sleep apnea include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, waking up with a dry mouth, difficulty staying asleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, and difficulty concentrating. Many individuals with sleep apnea are unaware of their condition until a partner or family member brings it to their attention. AQ Surgery offers comprehensive diagnosis and cutting-edge treatments for sleep apnea, including the innovative Inspire implant, a revolutionary alternative for patients who struggle with traditional therapies like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

What Is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a common but serious sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. These pauses in breathing can last for a few seconds to minutes and may occur 30 times or more an hour, significantly disrupting the sleep cycle. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to severe health issues, including heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and chronic fatigue. 

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Types of Sleep Apnea

  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form and occurs when the throat muscles relax too much, causing the airway to become blocked during sleep.
  • Central sleep apnea occurs when the brain fails to send the proper signals to the muscles that control breathing.
  • Complex sleep apnea syndrome, which occurs when someone has both obstructive and central sleep apnea, is also known as treatment-emergent central sleep apnea.
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Health Risks Associated With Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is more than just an inconvenience. It can have long-term effects on your overall health. Repeated pauses in breathing decrease the oxygen levels in your blood, putting stress on your cardiovascular system. Over time, untreated sleep apnea can lead to the following:

  • High blood pressure: Sleep apnea can worsen hypertension or make it harder to control.
  • Heart problems: The risk of heart attack, irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), and stroke increases with untreated sleep apnea.
  • Type 2 diabetes: Sleep apnea is linked to insulin resistance, which can contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes.
  • Liver problems: Individuals with sleep apnea are more likely to have abnormal results on liver function tests.
  • Daytime fatigue: Chronic fatigue and sleepiness during the day can affect your quality of life, making it difficult to concentrate, increasing your risk of accidents, and leading to mood changes.

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Revolutionary Sleep Apnea Treatment in West Palm Beach

Dr. Quimby offers the most advanced sleep apnea treatment in West Palm Beach: the Inspire implant. This innovative, FDA-approved device is designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Unlike CPAP, which uses air pressure to keep the airways open, Inspire therapy involves a small, battery-powered device implanted in the chest, much like a pacemaker, that stimulates the airway muscles, ensuring they remain open during sleep. Because there is no external equipment, patients can sleep comfortably in any position.

How the Inspire Implant Works

Inspire is implanted through a minimally invasive surgical procedure, typically taking about two hours. The device is connected to a sensor that detects breathing patterns and a stimulator that delivers mild electrical impulses to the hypoglossal nerve, which controls the muscles in the tongue and throat. These impulses gently stimulate the airway muscles, keeping the airway open and preventing apnea events.

Inspire therapy is controlled by the patient using a small handheld remote. Before going to sleep, the patient turns the device on, and it works throughout the night to prevent airway blockages. Inspire delivers customized stimulation to prevent airway blockages without disturbing your sleep. In the morning, the patient turns the device off with the remote. Clinical studies have shown that Inspire significantly reduces the number of apnea events and improves overall quality of sleep and life.

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Why Choose Dr. Quimby?

Dr. Anastasiya Quimby is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with specialized fellowship training in sleep apnea and airway disorders. She offers comprehensive, cutting-edge care to patients struggling with sleep apnea, focusing on personalized treatments that prioritize both effectiveness and long-term comfort. Dr. Quimby's expertise enables her to provide advanced solutions, including the revolutionary Inspire implant, which can significantly improve sleep quality. With a diverse background in dental, medical, and ENT surgery, Dr. Quimby creates tailored treatment plans that address the root causes of sleep apnea. Her holistic approach ensures better outcomes, faster recovery, and improved quality of life. Whether diagnosing the condition, managing complex airway issues, or offering advanced surgical options, Dr. Quimby’s practice is dedicated to providing world-class care designed to meet each patient’s unique needs.

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Take the First Step Toward Better Sleep at AQ Surgery

If you’ve struggled with CPAP therapy or other treatments for sleep apnea, the Inspire implant may be the solution you’ve been searching for. At AQ Surgery, Dr. Quimby and her team are dedicated to helping patients achieve restful, restorative sleep and improved health. Contact AQ Surgery today to schedule a consultation and learn more about our sleep apnea treatment in West Palm Beach.

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