Have you been accused of keeping your bed partner awake during the night due to chronic, loud snoring? Or perhaps you are the bed partner who's getting no rest? Whether it's you or your loved one, either way, someone is not getting the full night's rest they need.
But the good news is that there are solutions, and your team at Forster Tuncurry Dental & Implants can help. We offer comfortable solutions for snoring and mild sleep apnoea with a custom appliance called a mandibular advancement splint (MAS).
What Is Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that actually causes you to stop breathing during sleep. This typically happens due to an obstructed airway. The lack of oxygen signals your brain to wake you up, and this can happen multiple times throughout the night without you even realising. Sleep apnoea is serious and can contribute to several health concerns, such as:
- High blood pressure
- Cardiovascular disease
- Heart failure
- Frequent headaches
- Depression and mood swings
- Chronic fatigue
- Diabetes
Treating Snoring with a MAS
At Forster Tuncurry Dental & Implants, we use the 3DSleep Advanced Nylon MAS to treat patients with sleep apnoea and those with snoring concerns. The custom MAS slightly repositions the jaw forward to open the airway for clear breathing at night. The appliance is comfortable to wear while you sleep and helps you get the rest your body needs for rejuvenation.
Does Everyone Who Snores Have Sleep Apnoea?
No. Not everyone who snores suffers from sleep apnoea. However, loud snoring may keep your bed partner from getting their much-needed rest. An MAS appliance can help you and your bed partner rest easier and get the revitalising sleep you both need each night.
Talk with our team on (02) 6557 6868 if you'd like to schedule an evaluation with one of our dentists.