January 11, 1999
Dear Dr. Blevins:
A short note to report on my progress since September 1998.
Prior to my initial visit with you and the following delivery of my "appliance", I was experiencing the symptoms:
1. Severe snoring to the point of banishment to the guest bedroom.
2. Loss of sleep due to restricted and intermittent breathing.
3. Chronic daytime fatigue and periods of sleepiness.
4. Sore jaw muscles.
Since I began wearing the mouthpiece I have experienced improvement on all four problems. Initially (1st two weeks) the change was dramatic. Afterwards, slow but steady improvement. Note the following:
1. I once again share my bride's boudoir. I still snore some but not as frequently and at a lower decibel.
2. I sleep ALL night. My wife does not have a reason to wake me nor do I wake up from not breathing!
3. I have a higher energy level with rare daytime sleepiness.
4. My jaw muscles are not as sore with many days not at all.
The continuations of these symptoms to the lesser degree seem more related to diet and stress events. I.e., more than one glass of wine at dinner triggers an increase in snoring; a conflict with my boss triggers a jaw clenching evening. I am working on resolutions to these problems.
Dr. Blevins, please feel free to quote me to your other patients, as I am extremely pleased with your care and advise.
Sincerely,
Homer Gilbert
Dr. Bryan O. Blevins |