Snoring is no laughing matter.
Fast Facts:
60% of males and 40% of females over the age of 60 snore.
(Female snoring increases after menopause.)
The loudness of snoring may reach as high as 90 db.
(Worker's compensation requires ear protection in the workplace at 90 db.)
98.5% of snorers exhibit some apneic tendencies.
Snoring can lead to sleep apnea because it can change tissue structure.
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In recent clinical studies, dentists and physicians have found that, in the majority of patients, a well-made, well-fitted dental appliance will effectively reduce or eliminate snoring.
What is a Dental Sleep Appliance?
A dental appliance is a small, biocompatible acrylic device that is similar to an orthodontic retainer or athletic mouthguard. It is worn in the mouth during sleep to prevent the soft throat tissues from collapsing and obstructing the airway.
How Does a Dental Sleep Appliance Work?
Dental appliances provide an effective, conservative approach to managing snoring (and other sleep-disordered breathing problems) by:
- Bringing the lower jaw open and forward,
- Holding the tongue forward, and
- Lifting the drooping soft palate.
There are 20+ types of mandibular repositioners. All maintain airway patency by holding the mandible (lower jaw) in a protruded position during sleep. Many can be adjusted quickly and easily, offering clear advantages to patients in terms of cost, effectiveness, comfort and ease of use.
Tonque retaining devices are particularly helpful for those patients who have temporomandibular joint dysfunction. These devices hold the tongue in a forward position during sleep - without placing stress on the teeth or the TM joint.
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405.321.8030
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