Treatments
Sleep Apnoea Appliances
Are you one of those people who wake up tired every morning? Have you ever been informed that you snore at night?
If you answer these questions ‘Yes,’ you may require a dental device for sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can have a great effect on your daily experiences, and without the appropriate treatment, you may find yourself dealing with other health issues.
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a common disorder in which you temporarily stop breathing during the night and tend to snore and wake up tired or sleepy during the day.
If you have sleep Apnea, then you may face the following risk factors:
- Excess weight or obesity
- Enlarged tonsils or adenoids
- Smoking or intake of alcohol
- Family history of sleep apnea
- Hypertension and diabetes.
Know Your Symptoms, Wake Up Refreshed
Sleep Apnea Symptoms
It can interfere with your sleep and health if not treated professionally.
- Loud snoring
- Sneezing, coughing, or struggling to breathe at night.
- The awakening during the night
- Fatigue and oversleeping during the day
- Headaches in the morning
- Dry mouth
- Problem in memorizing things
It is good to do it early because the doctor will suggest a sleep apnea orthodontic device or a dental device for OSA. If you need any Sleep Apnea treatment, the doctor will consult you and offer you appropriate treatment.
SmileOn for Sleep Apnea Treatment
We offer an effective approach, obstructive sleep apnea treatment and the best sleep apnea dental appliances. Our professional sleep apnea dentist is devoted to assisting you in attaining healthy and restful sleep.
Reasons to choose SmileOn:
- Customized solutions
- Proven results
- Hygienic environment
- Professional staff
- Convenient and effective
Causes of Sleep Apnea
Some causes may be behavioral or medical, while others may be system or hereditary.
- Obesity
- Age
- Family History
- Nasal Congestion
Before the Procedure
Consultation and Evaluation:
Come to see our specialists for complaints or history and physical examination consultation.
Sleep Study and Diagnosis:
The dentist will take an objective sleep study to determine the level of the disease if you have sleep apnea.
Personalized Treatment Plan
After the examination, the doctor will suggest a personalized treatment plan based on your issues. Later, subsequent visits to observe development and modify behaviour.
Need to Know
After wearing the sleep apnea appliance, the whole procedure will take at least 2 appointments, and you will feel a major difference.
FAQs
It is thus clear that the cost of a sleep apnoea dental appliance shall depend on the time taken in the treatment. If you have medical insurance your policy can help you get your appliance. At your first appointment, a dentist will likely advise you about the approximate cost of your treatment.
No, not usually. Most sleep apnea dental appliances resemble mouth guards or orthodontic plates in terms of the feel. You should not experience any discomfort whilst wearing your appliance. During this adaptation, it is perfectly all right to experience a certain level of discomfort.
some side effects are associated with using sleep apnea dental devices. These side effects are worse when the user has been using it repeatedly for a long period. Some risks associated with prolonged use include tooth movements and gum problems like Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ). That is why going for a dental appointment is very helpful. Your dentists can examine your teeth and prevent some problems with the appliance from happening.
Obstructive sleep apnea dental appliances can be very effective, and it is not unusual for someone to find that things improve as soon as they use their appliance for the first time. But, as with most treatments, not everyone will feel the same improvement. Different individuals will receive more or faster health improvements than others. Dental appliances are often helpful for people with mild or moderate sleep apnea.