CPAP machines can make you a lazy breather. That's why we work hard to get our patients off of them in the long term. When you use a CPAP machine, your brain doesn't have to tell you to breathe anymore. This can lead to daytime and nighttime oxygen deprivation, and actually make your apnea worse. If you're on a CPAP machine, don't just get off the CPAP, talk to your dentist about other options. See what's going on with your airway using a cone beam ct scan. We can help you get back to breathing