When you visit your dentist to see what kind of solution they might suggest for sleep apnea, they may recommend combined therapy. This is where you wear a customized oral appliance while also using a CPAP machine, thus allowing you to enjoy the benefits of both treatments. But before you begin your combined therapy, it’s important to make sure that you understand exactly what a CPAP machine does – and how long you can expect it to last.
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