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Cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentistry in Burke, VA
Get a restful night and energized morning again
Do you or your partner snore, wake up gasping for air, or feel tired even after a full night’s sleep? You may be suffering from sleep apnea, a serious condition that disrupts healthy breathing and prevents your body from getting the restorative rest it needs. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to fatigue, high blood pressure, heart disease, and other long-term health concerns.
At Pamela Marzban DDS, we take a comprehensive, airway-focused approach to diagnosing and treating sleep-disordered breathing. Using advanced tools such as the WatchPAT™ home sleep monitor, oral appliance therapy, and myofunctional therapy, we help you breathe better, sleep deeper, and wake up energized.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing repeatedly stops or becomes shallow during sleep, causing you to wake—sometimes hundreds of times a night. You may not remember waking, but the effects are felt every day: fatigue, poor focus, headaches, and irritability.
When airflow is partially blocked, it often causes snoring, a key warning sign that the airway is collapsing. While snoring may seem harmless, it can indicate a deeper problem with oxygen flow and sleep quality.
Types of Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): The most common type, caused by the airway collapsing or becoming blocked during sleep.
Central Sleep Apnea (CSA): Less common, caused by the brain failing to signal breathing muscles properly.
Complex Sleep Apnea: A combination of both obstructive and central sleep apnea.
Common Signs and Risks
If you experience any of the following, you may have sleep apnea:
Loud or chronic snoring
Gasping or choking during sleep
Daytime fatigue or “brain fog”
Morning headaches or dry mouth
High blood pressure
Difficulty focusing or memory lapses
Jaw clenching or teeth grinding
Untreated sleep apnea increases the risk of:
Heart attack and stroke
Hypertension
Depression and anxiety
Diabetes and weight gain
Reduced immune function
The Connection Between Snoring and Airway Health
Snoring occurs when airflow becomes restricted, causing vibrations in the soft tissues of the throat. It’s more than a nuisance—it’s often an early indicator of airway obstruction.
Over time, untreated snoring and airway collapse can lead to obstructive sleep apnea, a condition where oxygen levels drop repeatedly through the night. This not only prevents deep, restorative sleep but also strains the heart, brain, and other vital organs.
Dr. Marzban can identify whether your snoring is purely mechanical or related to a deeper airway issue using advanced diagnostic tools.
Accurate At-Home Sleep Testing with WatchPAT™
Dr. Pamela Marzban is the only dentist in the Burke and Fairfax, VA area offering WatchPAT™, an FDA-approved, portable home sleep testing device.
The WatchPAT™ makes it easy to get accurate sleep data from the comfort of your own bed—no overnight lab visit required. It records breathing patterns, blood oxygen levels, heart rate, and sleep stages to determine whether you have sleep apnea and how severe it is.
Once your data is analyzed, Dr. Marzban creates a personalized treatment plan designed around your specific airway and sleep patterns.
Advanced Sleep Appliances for Easy Breathing
We offer the FDA-approved Vivos® sleep apnea appliance, a globally recognized, non-invasive treatment designed to address the root cause of obstructive sleep apnea. Unlike CPAP, Vivos works with your natural anatomy to gently improve and expand the airway over time.
In addition to Vivos, our practice also provides other FDA-approved oral sleep appliances, including the MicrO₂® and EMA® devices—each selected for its precision, comfort, and effectiveness in treating snoring and sleep apnea.
As part of your personalized treatment plan, Dr. Marzban will determine which appliance is best suited to your unique anatomy and health needs to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and support your long-term wellness.
Treatment Options for Sleep Apnea and Snoring
1) Oral Appliance Therapy
For patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea or chronic snoring, custom oral appliances like the MicrO₂® reposition the lower jaw and tongue during sleep, keeping the airway open. These devices are comfortable, discreet, and easy to wear—an effective alternative to bulky CPAP machines.
2) Myofunctional Therapy
This therapy uses simple muscle exercises to retrain the tongue, lips, and facial muscles, improving airway stability and reducing sleep apnea severity. Dr. Marzban collaborates with a certified Myofunctional Therapist (CMT) to integrate these exercises into your care plan.
3) CPAP Alternatives and Support
For patients with moderate to severe apnea, CPAP remains a gold standard—but not everyone can tolerate it. We work closely with you to explore alternative therapies or combine oral appliances with other treatments to maximize comfort and results.
4) Tongue-Tie and Airway Development
A tongue-tie or restricted oral structure can limit airway size and function. In some cases, laser tongue-tie release can improve tongue mobility and enhance breathing, especially when paired with myofunctional therapy or orthodontic treatment.
Why Choose Dr. Marzban for Sleep Apnea Care
With certified expertise in Cosmetic, Neuromuscular, and Airway Dentistry, Dr. Pamela Marzban takes a comprehensive, whole-body approach to diagnosing and treating sleep apnea. She uses advanced tools like WatchPAT™ home sleep monitoring for precise, comfortable testing and collaborates closely with sleep physicians and myofunctional therapists to deliver truly integrated care. Every treatment plan is customized to the patient, combining custom-fit oral appliances with cutting-edge diagnostic technology to ensure optimal comfort and results. Dr. Marzban’s philosophy—Beauty, Balance, and Breath™—guides her mission to help patients sleep soundly, breathe freely, and live with renewed energy and confidence.
Get Relief from Snoring and Sleep Apnea
If you or a loved one struggles with snoring, fatigue, or restless sleep, help is closer than you think. With accurate home sleep testing and effective, noninvasive treatments, you can finally experience restful nights and energized mornings.
Call 703-323-8200 or contact Dr. Pamela Marzban online to schedule your Sleep Apnea and Snoring Consultation in Burke, Fairfax, or Northern Virginia.