A good night’s sleep is essential for your physical and mental wellbeing. But if you suffer from sleep apnoea (or sleep apnea) or you’re a chronic snorer, you may not be getting the quality sleep you need. You could also be affecting your partner’s sleep patterns.
At CBD Dental Ballarat, we provide professional sleep apnoea treatment and solutions for snoring.
What is Sleep Apnoea?
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) are common medical conditions.
Snoring is caused by vibrations in the airway when sleeping due to blockages, narrow airways or problems with muscle tone. Snoring is more common in men than women and can be associated with weight and other health problems.
Sleep apnoea is more severe than snoring and occurs when an airway is fully or partially blocked during sleep. It can result in difficulties breathing while sleeping, which can lead to snoring, and periods of interrupted breathing during sleep.
Sleep apnoea can lead to a range of health issues including poor sleep, strain on the lungs and heart, inadequate oxygen flow to the organs, uneven heart rhythm and increased risk of diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure and other conditions.
What Can Your Dentist Do?
At CBD Dental Ballarat, we can help to treat mild to moderate cases of sleep disordered breathing. While snoring and sleep apnoea are not dental problems, your dentist can provide an assessment and detect the early warning signs and recommend sleep studies to fully diagnose the condition.
Based on these results, we can construct and fit a mandibular advancement device (MAD). This device repositions the jaw while sleeping, preventing the airways in your throat from collapsing and obstructing airflow. It is a comfortable and convenient solution to mild to moderate cases of OSA.
Contact Us Today
If you’re having problems with snoring or sleep apnoea, the team at CBD Dental Ballarat can help. We can assess your condition, make recommendations or referrals if necessary, and provide dental sleep apnoea treatments.
To find out more or book an appointment, contact the team at CBD Dental Ballarat today. Give us a call on (03) 5332 3148 or contact us online.
