Sleep Apnoea and Snoring Treatment

Do you struggle with snoring or interrupted sleep? Sleep apnoea and snoring can disrupt your rest and negatively affect your overall health. Our team understands how frustrating snoring can be, but it could also be a sign of something more serious, like obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Dental on George offers custom-made oral appliances designed for your comfort to help alleviate the symptoms of OSA and snoring.  

At Dental on George, we offer customised treatment options to help open your airways and improve your breathing during sleep. With our holistic approach, including oral appliances and myofunctional therapy, we can help you breathe easier, sleep better and wake up feeling refreshed.  

What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)?

Obstructive sleep apnoea occurs when the muscles in your throat relax too much, or soft tissues in your mouth block your airway, disrupting your breathing. This can cause you to wake up several times throughout the night, preventing your body from getting the needed oxygen and rest. 

Common symptoms of OSA include:

• Waking up with a dry or sore throat
• Persistent drowsiness
• Morning headaches
• Irritability or mood swings
• Difficulty concentrating or brain fog

If left untreated, sleep apnoea can contribute to more severe health concerns, such as high blood pressure, stroke, depression, heart disease and more.

At Dental on George, we’re committed to helping you sleep better. During your initial consultation, we’ll screen for sleep apnoea and, if necessary, arrange a sleep study to get an accurate diagnosis.

Oral Appliances

Once we determine the proper treatment for you, we use advanced digital intraoral scanning to create custom-fitted oral appliances. Unlike over-the-counter options, our appliances are designed to be slim, durable and comfortable, making it easier for you to sleep through the night. The device gently moves your jaw forward, opening your airway and reducing the vibrations that cause snoring.

Myofunctional Therapy

We also provide myofunctional therapy and advice regarding positional therapy to help improve symptoms. Myofunctional therapy strengthens the muscles of the mouth, throat, and tongue, helping prevent airway blockages that often contribute to snoring and sleep apnea.

Positional Therapy

Positional therapy encourages sleeping on your side, which helps keep the airway open and reduces the risk of snoring and sleep apnoea episodes. At Dental on George, we can recommend special pillows and devices designed to comfortably keep you in this position throughout the night, improving your sleep quality and breathing.

Restful, restorative sleep is possible! If you or your partner are struggling with snoring or sleep apnoea, we invite you to arrange a consultation at Dental on George. We are here to help you get the restful sleep you need for a healthier, more refreshed you!