Dr. Robert A. Efseroff received his Bachelors degree from the University of Texas at Austin and graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry in 1990. He was just the third dentist in the small town of Frisco in 1994. Dr. Efseroff continues to strive for excellence and has a committment to continuing education and keeping abreast of change. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
Our practice utilizes a pharyngometer, rhinometer, and Watermark ARES at-home sleep test-ing system to diagnose and treat sleep apnea patients. We use laser and digital technologies to ensure our patients to perform diagnoses and procedures with a high level of accuracy.
Sleep apnea can affect both males and females but some people are more at risk for developing this problem than others. For example, males over the age of 40 and those who are overweight may be more likely to experience problems with breathing. Some of the reasons why people develop sleep apnea symptoms include:
Cases of sleep apnea can be classified as mild, moderate or severe based on the number of times per hour the patient stops breathing or where there is reduced airflow to the lungs. This can be measured in a sleep clinic or with an at-home sleep apnea test kit.
If you recognize one or more of the following sleep apnea symptoms, schedule your evaluation with our doctor. We may recommend a take-home sleep apnea test to determine whether you need treatment for OSA. Symptoms include: