Sleep Apnea
What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)?
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing is interrupted while asleep. People with undiagnosed sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly while sleeping, sometimes hundreds of times. Obstructive Sleep Apnea is caused by a blockage of the airway, usually when the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapses during sleep. This is a dangerous condition because it means that the body and the brain may not get enough oxygen.
Lack of oxygen (oxygen deprivation) over time has been shown to cause and/or contribute to many other serious health issues, also known as comorbidities, such as; diabetes, strokes, heart disease, heart attacks, heart failure, irregular heartbeats, and high blood pressure.
If you experience the symptoms below and/or loud snoring, especially snoring that's punctuated by periods of silence, contact Tevebaugh a dentist in Woodward to see how we can help. (580) 217-5414
About Us
Dr. Tevebaugh grew up in Taloga, Oklahoma where she graduated from high school in 1992. She then attended Oklahoma State University for three years earning a degree in Premedical Sciences. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1999 from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. After spending a year in Broken Arrow and another year in the Grove area as an associate, she had an opportunity to move closer to home. In 2001, she purchased Dr. Jim Gann’s practice in Woodward, OK, where she has practiced ever since. In 2014, she received her fellowship from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Studies Global(LVI). She has spent countless hours on Continued Education at LVI and various institutes to further her knowledge in the areas of Physiologic Dentistry, Sleep Medicine, Laser Dentistry and Orthodontics.
Dr. Tevebaugh resides just outside of Woodward with her husband, Treynor and children Parker and Presley. They also have two dogs, Rock and R.J. She and her family attend Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church. As a follower of Christ, she strives to treat others with honesty and respect. When not in the office, Dr. Tevebaugh enjoys spending time with her family, going to her kids sporting events, gardening, reading and cheering on the OSU Cowboys.
Tracy Vanderwork RDH
Tracy has worked in the dental industry for over 25 years. She works hard to establish meaningful relationships with patients and co-workers alike. Tracy graduated from OU College of Dentistry in 1995 with a bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene. She enjoys spending time with her husband Lee, attending her son Tate’s livestock shows, watching her daughter dance on the OSU Pom Squad and taking road trips with her son Luke. When she is not at one of those events you can find her practicing yoga or gardening.
Andria Wages RDH
Andria has worked with our dental team since 2005. Andria is passionate about helping people achieve the very best in dental care. Andria has an associate degree in applied science dental hygiene from Amarillo College. Happily married since 2012, Andria and her husband Brandon have 2 boys, Ashton and Lynox. They love to spend their free time traveling and gathering with family and friends. Andria’s favorite hobbies are running and reading. They attend church at LABC here in Woodward.
Valerie Wommack
Valerie has been working in the dental field as a dental assistant for 30 years. She has been with Dr. Tevebaugh for the last 9 years and counting.She has worked in all aspects of the dental field from general dentistry, pediatrics, oral surgery and orthodontics. Valerie has worked in Dallas, Austin and now in Woodward, OK. Valerie loves being in the dental field and all the challenges it brings. She also loves all of the technical advances dentistry has made over the years and likes keeping up with the continuing education. Her favorite part of dentistry is the relationships she has made with her patients and making them feel comfortable. When not at work, Valerie enjoys spending time with her husband of 25 years, Trey, their three kids, Kaitlin, Gavin and Jenna and their 2 dogs Mia and Rossi. Valerie is a certified Miss America Judge, so in her spare time, she enjoys judging local pageants. She likes to travel and enjoys watching any and all sports.
Shawna Ogden
Shawna has over 30 years of dental experience, and has a special gift of making nervous patients feel calm and comfortable at Dr. Tevebaugh’s office. She is a dental assistant with extensive experience in orthodontics, working for orthodontic offices for several years. Shawna is married to her husband, Rodney and they have 3 children, Zack and wife Molly, Jordan and Matt. Recently becoming empty nesters, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to the mountains and being with her dogs Kirby and Remi. But of course, Kirby, her wiener dog is her favorite. She and her family have been members of Free Will Baptist church since 1989.
Kassea Bensch RDH
After 3 years of general dentistry, Kassea’s love for children and ability to help put kids at ease was obvious. She is passionate about showing children how fun and exciting it is to visit the dentist!
Kassea graduated from OU College of Dentistry in 2015. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Garrett and they have a daughter, Rylee and baby boy Greyson. In her spare time Kassea enjoys going on walks with her family and having cookouts with her friends.
Ashley Boren
Ashley is typically found at the front desk answering phones, welcoming and scheduling patients, helping in the back, and so much more. She looks forward to the interaction with all of our patients and strives to make all of our patients feel welcome to our office. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Nick and two sons, Kasen and Kollin, attending their sporting events and spending time outdoors.
Jessi Mouser
Jessi is our office manager. With a passion for people, she works closely with our patients to help them better understand their treatment plans and financial options. From start to finish, Jessi strives to help our patients feel more confident about their smiles.
Jessi and her husband Gabe have 2 sons, Jaxon and Jett. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and loves to travel. They also love to attend and serve at their church, Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church.
Treatment Options
What are the most common treatment options?
Mild Sleep Apnea: Behavioral and lifestyle changes recommended i.e. sleeping on your side vsyour back and may also include losing weight, smoking cessation and allergy treatments.
Oral Appliance: These can be used to position the mouth in such a way that it prevents throatblockage. These are designed to open your throat by bringing your jaw forward, which cansometimes relieve snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea.
Leslie Tevebaugh explains, “Our advanced equipment makes us unique in that we can accuratelymeasure and determine if a patient would be successful in our treatment before any money isspent on the sleep apnea oral appliance. We are proud to say that we have a high success rate inour treatment.”
Leslie Tevebaugh will help you try different night guard appliances to find the one that works best foryou. Once you find the right fit for your custom made device, you will still need to follow upwith Leslie Tevebaugh repeatedly during the first year and then regularly after that to ensure that the fitis still good and to reassess your signs and symptoms. We know you will see considerableimprovement in your health and performance throughout the day if you faithfully wear theappliance while sleeping.
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) : a machine that delivers air pressure through amask placed over your nose while you sleep.
Do you currently have a CPAP but are non-compliant i.e. don't use it? Leslie Tevebaugh offersalternatives for CPAP intolerant patients. A non-invasive oral appliance may be the solution.
Surgery : Is usually only an option after other treatments have failed. Generally, at least athree-month trial of other treatment options is suggested before considering surgery. However,for those few people with certain jaw structure problems, it's a good first option.
Contact us today to discuss your Sleep Apnea symptoms and treatment options!
Are you experiencing any of these common Sleep Apnea symptoms?
- Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
- Loud snoring
- Waking up at night gasping or short of breath
- Snorting or choking sounds during the night
- Migraines and/or headaches upon waking
- Falling asleep unintentionally during the day
- Extreme drowsiness during the day
- Increased resting heart rate
- Increased blood pressure
- Attention problems
- Irritability
Am I at risk for Sleep Apnea? Some of the most common risk factors include :
- Male gender
- Being overweight
- Over the age of 40
- Having a large neck size, that of 17 inches or greater in men and 16 inches or greater in women
- Having large tonsils, large tongue, or small jaw bone
- A familial history
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)dr
- Nasal obstruction due to deviated septum, allergies, or sinus problems
Is it important to get Sleep Apnea treated?
Although you may consider your snoring to be a minor inconvenience, Obstructive Sleep Apnea(OSA) is a serious medical condition and can contribute to various complications if left untreatedincluding hypersomnia-also known as daytime fatigue, headaches and mood changes includingdepression.
Because of repeated drops of oxygen in the body, sleep apnea can increase blood pressure andundue strain on the cardiovascular system increasing your risk of stroke, heart disease, heartfailure, irregular heart beats, and heart attacks. Sleep apnea has also been linked to Type 2Diabetes and insulin resistance. Be sure to inform your doctor about sleep apnea before anysurgery or medications as you will be more prone to breathing problems when sedated or lyingon your back. Please call Leslie Tevebaugh a dentist in Woodward for a free consultation to see howwe can help you avoid these complications.
Children and Sleep Apnea
Did you know it’s estimated that 1 to 4 percent of children suffer from sleep apnea, many of them being between 2 and 8 years old? Studies have suggested that as many as 25 percent of children diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may actually be suffering the consequences of chronic fragmented sleep due to sleep apnea which is visible in daytime fatigue, learning difficulty, hyperactivity and behavior problems.
What can you do? The most common treatment for pediatric sleep apnea is surgical removal ofboth the adenoids and tonsils which generally eliminates sleep apnea symptoms in 70-90 percentof the cases. Another noninvasive option are oral appliances which are especially helpful foradolescents whose facial bone growth is largely complete. A dentist in Woodward, call Leslie Tevebaugh today for a free consultation to see how we can help your child sleep better and feelbetter.
Complimentary Consultation
Early identification and diagnosis of Sleep Apnea is important as it can often (if not always) eliminate the need for surgical procedures, which are both costly and often overly invasive "solutions" for an issue that may be addressed through appropriate dental solutions.
Trouble sleeping in Woodward? We encourage you to schedule a personal consultation today to see how Leslie Tevebaugh can help you finally get a good night’s sleep!
Call (580) 217-5414 NOW to schedule your Complimentary Consultation or fill in the following form and we will contact you as soon as possible.
Testimonials
Awesome experience! The staff made you feel comfortable. And very thorough in everything they did with my initial exam! I would recommend them to anyone who needs their teeth worked on! -Neiko L.
Kind, courteous, professional. Office staff is great and everything runs on schedule. My kids love her! - A. Davis
I would give Dr.Tevebaugh and her staff a 100 stars !! They are amazing from making the appointment to sitting in the chair. So caring and wonderful and very Gentle. so if you have been too scared to go to a dentist, call her she makes it so easy !! - Retha T.
Actually enjoy going to the dentist. Great bunch of very knowledgeable people. And very nice and fun. They care about your well being and go out of the way to help. All thumbs up!!!! - Ty H.