Sleep Apnoea Treatment
Sleep Appliances
Do you wake up and feel like you have not had a good sleep?
That might be due to snoring and sleep apnoea.
What is Sleep Apnoea?
This condition is actually a sleeping disorder in which your breathing is interrupted while you sleep. This is caused by an obstruction in your airway as a result of overly relaxed muscles in that area. These interruptions can last up to 20 seconds and they can occur a lot of times every night, up to hundreds of instances. This condition keeps you from having a deep and pleasurable sleep.
How Sleep Apnoea Affects You
- Feeling tired all day long
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Frequent headaches
- Poor concentration
In addition to its immediate effects, Sleep Apnoea is also linked to:
- Acid reflux
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Sexual dysfunction
Associated Risk Factors
Some people are more prone to experiencing Sleep Apnoea, such as those who:
- Smoke
- Consume alcohol
- Take medications that have the same effect as alcohol
- Have allergies
- Experience asthma
- Are overweight or obese
How can your Salisbury dentist help you deal with Sleep Apnoea?
Your dental care partners here at Parabanks Dental can provide you with dental appliances that can help you address the problem of snoring and sleep apnoea. We can fabricate a custom-made splint or mouthguard for you, which can effectively keep your airway open while you sleep. These sleep appliances prevent the interruption of your breathing by carefully applying a gentle force on your lower jaw and your tongue, keeping your airway open during sleep.
Top-Notch Sleep Appliances in Salisbury
Don’t put up with the consequences of snoring and sleep apnoea. For an effective solution to deal with these concerns, consult your trusted Salisbury dentist here at Parabanks Dental. We can provide you with custom-made sleep appliances that prevent the interruption of your breathing, ensuring that you can have an enjoyable sleep.
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