Many Tend To Use Dental Appliances For Sleep Apnea

By Krystal Branch


Sleep apnea is a common disorder which most people don't even know they have. Most of you do realize that you snore or have a partner who snores. Snoring can often be a sign that one has this problem. Luckily there are various dental appliances for sleep apnea.

Snoring is usually a very uncomfortable situation as it causes sleeplessness, which may lead to moodiness and can even put strain on a relationship. Another thing to remember is that deprivation may have an adverse effect on a person's behavior and character. Even though nobody likes to admit that they snore, it could be worth having it checked out.

If you feel tired, lethargic or moody, and always seem to have a headache, this may be the time to visit a specialized clinic to check whether you have this issue. This is true especially if you snore. You might be overweight and perhaps you smoke or drink. These are all traits which encourage this problem to occur.

A dental technician will advise you to try an oral type of mouth guard. It is an oral device which can easily be inserted every night before sleeping. There are options to buy these appliances without consulting a dental technician. These are guards which need to be heated to make them pliable. You then bite into them so that your teeth create a mold of your bite. These are fairly inexpensive but are not as effective as a custom made version.

If you choose to attain your appliance from a professional dental technician who specializes in these disorders, they will first create a plaster mold of your bite, and then custom make the device in a specialized laboratory. This device should be more comfortable and uniquely suited to your mouth and jaw. The appliance can be adjusted and slightly modified to achieve maximum ease of wear, and comfort.

This type of oral appliance uses a technique to keep the airways clear of any obstruction such as the tongue, to help ease breathing. This obstructions occurs when the tissues collapse and draw closer together, which blocks the inflow of air during rest. The oral appliance can either drop the jaw slightly or keep the tongue out of the way to correct this problem.

It is always better to custom fit the appliance which suits your specific requirements optimally. These appliances have their benefits and also their downfalls. The benefits include a better night's sleep for both you and your partner, less chance of a heart attack, diabetes and a stroke, as well as heightened concentration and alertness during the day. Not to mention that they are easy to use, small and lightweight to carry when travelling.

The downfalls could be, tooth and jaw pain, and changes to your bite. Even so, the benefits seem to definitely outweigh the disadvantages. These dental appliances for sleep apnea could literally change your life as well as your partners. They might even save your life! Either way they are well worth the cost and effort.




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