Sleep Apnoea Appliances

Sleep Apnoea Appliances

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Have you been waking up with headaches and finding yourself distracted all day? You might have sleep apnoea. This is a condition that affects approximately five percent of adults, where the airway to your throat that leads from the nose and mouth to your lungs collapses when you are asleep causing constrictions in breathing. This doesn’t just cause snoring but results in a lack of oxygen being sent to the body’s vital organs and disrupted sleep. Sleep apnoea can result in long term consequences such as high blood pressure, diabetes and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

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Gentle Dental Care hands on xray

Signs and Symptoms of Sleep Apnoea

  • Pauses when you snore / Gasping or choking following these pauses
  • Headaches in the morning
  • Memory or learning problems
  • Lack of concentration
  • Irritability, depression or mood swings
  • Frequent urine breaks during sleep cycle Dry mouth or sore throat when you wake up

How Does It Work?

Oral appliances can be used to treat mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea.

Mandibular Repositioning Device
This consists of a ‘mouth guard’ fitted to both the top and bottom teeth and then joined together in a way that forces the bottom teeth to stand in front of the top teeth. This pushing forward of the bottom jaw opens up the airway and supports it so that it is less likely to collapse, thereby reducing the severity of sleep apnoea.

Tongue Retaining Device
This device holds the tongue forward during sleep, retaining it in an advanced position so as to stop it from obstructing your airway.
Invest in the Right Device
Whilst there are some kind of dental devices that you can buy over the counter which are cheaper, it is always best to invest in oral appliances that are made to fit you. One of our sleep apnoea specialists will take an impression of your teeth and send the mould away for the appliance to be custom made for you. Give us a call or enquire online to make an appointment today!
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