Sleep Apnoea Treatment at Smart Choice Dental
Do you toss and turn each night? Are you unable to get a good night’s rest? If you wake up feeling worn out and lacking in energy, you may have a sleeping disorder.
Sleep apnoea is one of the most common, with growing numbers of the population reporting a problem with it. Our team of dental professionals can help those who snore excessively or have sleep apnoea. With our effective treatments, you’ll be able to get the relief you’re seeking from your sleep-related disorder.
What Is Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a potentially serious sleep condition that occurs when the airways that oxygen moves through become partially blocked. The soft tissues inside of your mouth relax greatly, which results in the airways being obstructed. As a result, you may snore loudly. For someone with sleep apnoea, breathing stops repeatedly. A sufferer may wake up hundreds of times a night. That’s because the brain sends a signal to do so due to a lack of oxygen.
Common Symptoms of Sleep Apnoea
Are you wondering if you are suffering from sleep apnoea? There are some common symptoms that you should watch for. We find that in many cases, our patients are unaware that they have a problem until they have an evaluation with the appropriate healthcare professional.
If you have any of the following, you may have sleep apnoea:
- Daytime irritability
- Dry throat and mouth
- Extreme drowsiness
- Headaches
- Loud snoring
- Mood swings
- Poor concentration
- Weight gain
How We Can Assist You
If you think you may have sleep apnoea, our team is ready to help you. At your six-month checkups, we evaluate your throat, mouth and jaw for any indications that you may have sleep apnoea. Our modern technology allows us to perform a thorough assessment.
If we have any concerns, we’ll let you know the best way to proceed. We are fortunate to have fantastic working relationships with many area professionals and can refer you to have a sleep study done if needed.
Schedule an Appointment
Take that first crucial step towards treating your sleep apnoea. Contact us today to book an appointment.
* Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
