Snoring and Sleep Apnea
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Do you often feel tired during the day despite a full night’s sleep? Do you experience loud snoring or gasping for air during the night? You might be one of the many individuals suffering from sleep apnea, a condition that can significantly impact your quality of life and health. Dental On Cue offers specialised sleep apnea therapy to improve your sleep and overall well-being.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This cessation can last for several seconds and occur multiple times throughout the night, leading to disrupted sleep and reduced oxygen flow to the brain. Common symptoms include loud snoring, morning headaches, dry mouth upon waking, and excessive daytime sleepiness.
Sleep Apnea Therapy with SomnoMed
While a doctor is responsible for diagnosing sleep apnoea and prescribing treatment, dentists can assist. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the most common therapy, which uses a machine to deliver constant airflow through a mask. This method can be uncomfortable to sleep with and requires regular maintenance and cleaning.
Dentistry offers an alternative with SomnoMed devices. These devices resemble sports mouthguards and hold the lower jaw in a position that prevents the tongue and upper throat muscles from collapsing into the airway. Your dentist can fit you with the appropriate device in just a few minutes and provide simple instructions.
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, we can work with you and your doctor to develop a plan using a dental device to ensure you breathe easily throughout the night.
SomnoMed’s sleep apnoea devices are crafted from comfortable, durable materials designed to keep your airway open while you sleep. Your dentist will present several options to help determine the best fit for you. These devices are made from soft materials, making them easy to use and comfortable to sleep in due to their slim, minimal design.
They can enhance sleep quality, eliminate snoring, and help you feel rested and ready for the day.
