Sleep Apnoea & Snoring

Many factors contribute to airway blockages, from the size of the oral and airway passages and structures, to the swelling of passageways or position of the tongue.

Disrupted deep sleep can affect a person’s mood, health, and cause daytime sleepiness. The added stress and fatigue can cause lack of concentration and loss of memory. This can lead to accidents in the workplace or while driving. Other health risks include high blood pressure and heart problems, and even a risk of premature death. The patient’s snores can disturb a sleeping partner’s rest, too.

Non-surgical dental appliances such as the Mandibular Advancement Splint – (MAS) have proven to be a second alternative to – Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) that is a mask worn over nose and/or mouth which can deliver air to keep nasal passages open during sleep and in some cases is more effective than surgery for many sleep apnoea patients.

Mandibular Advancement Splint works by repositioning the tongue or mandible (lower jawbone). A Swedish study showed that MAS is actually more effective than surgical therapies. The same study stated that adverse health effects were rare.
According to experts, sleep apnoea is an under-diagnosed condition, and more men than women suffer.

If your sleeping partner says you snore or stop breathing while asleep, or if you experience daytime sleepiness, contact us for a consultation.

We will work closely with your sleep physician to achieve the best outcome.

It’s just another way your dentist can help you smile.