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Do you have trouble getting a good night’s rest? Do you struggle with snoring or suspect that you could have undiagnosed sleep apnoea? If so, oral appliance therapy is an effective solution for specific types of anatomical-related sleep apnoea and sleeping disorders.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
When you sleep, obstructive apnoea is a specific type of disorder that blocks oxygen flow to your lungs and brain. OSA is caused by soft tissues at the back of your mouth — like your soft palate, tonsils, and tongue — physically collapsing against one another and sealing off your upper airway. In turn, your body can’t get enough oxygen while you’re sleeping and your blood pressure and overall body inflammation begin to increase.
OSA can be life-threatening, placing you at a statistically higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Even though you may feel like sleep apnoea and snoring are not a “big” issue to worry about, treating them could potentially save your life.
Common warning signs
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Weight gain
- TMJ disorder
- Ear pain
- Flat, worn teeth
- Broken dental work
- High blood pressure
- Large neck circumference
- Waking up tired
Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Snoring is not an exclusive symptom of severe or mild obstructive sleep apnoea. In fact, some people may never snore at all! Depending on the type and severity of sleeping disorder that you have, you may experience some of these common warning signs.
Additionally, our Dubai dentists can screen you for obstructive sleep apnoea by performing a clinical exam. Depending on the size of your intraoral tissues (tongue, tonsils, etc.) and neck circumference, we can let you know whether or not you are at a high risk of OSA. We can also take a 3D CBCT scan to assess your upper airway.
Oral Appliance Treatment for Sleep Apnea
CPAP machines are not the only way to manage sleep apnoea. A great alternative to sleep apnoea treatment is to wear a professionally fitted oral sleep appliance. These special dental appliances are designed to position your mandible (lower jaw) slightly forward, which then reduces the chances of soft tissues sealing off your airway while you sleep.
Only trained sleep dentists can provide oral sleep appliances, as these are medical-grade devices that must be fitted by a professional. They can also be prescribed by your sleep physician or pulmonologist, and delivered in our office.
Oral Appliance for Snoring
An oral appliance for snoring will work similarly to other obstructive apnoea therapies by improving your airway and oxygen flow. Some people see improvement in their snoring within a night or so; we can adjust your oral appliance as needed to help you gain the best fit possible.
Perhaps you don’t need sleep apnoea treatment, but you do suffer from chronic snoring. Or maybe you have mild obstructive sleep apnoea that doesn’t quite require a CPAP machine. A CPAP for snoring wouldn’t be ideal, but you can still effectively treat the noisy habit with the help of your dentist.
Will I Need a Sleep Apnea Test?
In years past, traditional sleep apnoea tests were performed in an overnight medical sleep lab. Today, some types of sleep apnoea can be diagnosed through a convenient take-home sleep study test. These more convenient sleep apnoea solutions make it less stressful for someone to get diagnosed and treated for their medical problem, being that the majority of individuals are happy to wear a small device at home but may be hesitant to stay in an overnight lab.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts due to a blocked airway or brain signaling issues.
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What is the difference between snoring and sleep apnea?
Snoring is a sound caused by partial airway blockage. Sleep apnea involves pauses in breathing that can be dangerous and affect sleep quality.
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What causes snoring?
Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked, often due to relaxed throat muscles, nasal congestion, enlarged tonsils, or excess tissue in the airway.
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Who is at risk for sleep apnea?
People who are overweight, have a large neck circumference, nasal problems, or a family history of sleep apnea are at higher risk. Men and older adults are also more prone.
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What are the common signs of sleep apnea?
Symptoms include loud snoring, pauses in breathing during sleep, choking or gasping, excessive daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, and difficulty concentrating.
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Can sleep apnea be dangerous?
Yes, untreated sleep apnea increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and accidents due to daytime sleepiness.
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How is sleep apnea diagnosed?
Diagnosis usually involves a sleep study (polysomnography) that monitors breathing, oxygen levels, and sleep patterns overnight.
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What treatments are available for sleep apnea?
Treatments include lifestyle changes, CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) therapy, oral appliances, positional therapy, and sometimes surgery.
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Can snoring be treated without surgery?
Yes, snoring can often be reduced with lifestyle changes, oral devices, nasal sprays, or positional therapy, depending on the cause.
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Can a dentist help with sleep apnea or snoring?
Yes, dentists can provide specially designed oral appliances that keep the airway open during sleep, which can reduce snoring and mild to moderate sleep apnea.
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How should I care for my sleep apnoea appliance?
Rinse your removable sleep appliance each morning and store it in a sealed container. We recommend soaking it in a denture cleanser at least once a week to remove any buildup.
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How do you know if you have sleep apnoea?
Read through our list of sleep apnoea symptoms above, then reserve a take-home sleep study test to have your sleep quality analyzed by a medical professional.
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Can you cure sleep apnoea?
There are ways to treat and cure specific types of sleep apnoea. For instance, losing weight, practicing good sleep hygiene, and wearing a dental appliance for sleep apnoea can all significantly improve your sleep quality.
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