Can Snoring Appliances Help You Sleep Better? - 123 Dental

If you have struggled to get a good night of sleep due to snoring issues, you (and your partner) know how frustrating it can be. In many cases, snoring is a result of a condition known as OSA (obstructed sleep apnea).

Often, patients are prescribed a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine to combat sleep apnea. While effective, CPAP machines require a power source, can be uncomfortable to wear while sleeping, and are bulky to travel with. These inconveniences cause many patients to struggle to use their CPAP machine consistently, or quit using it altogether.

Fortunately, new advancements in the field of dentistry have led to more comfortable, convenient options for the treatment of snoring. One of our top recommendations for snoring treatment is a personalised snoring appliance, which Dr. Jack Brazel discusses here in this video. One top choice is the O2Vent Optima, a customised, 3D printed, removable oral device that is fitted to a patient’s mouth.

This unique appliance works to alleviate snoring by pulling the lower jaw forward, stabilising the tongue, and creating an airway channel that bypasses common obstructions such as the nose, tongue, and soft palate. This allows air to easily reach the back of the throat, helping patients breathe comfortably and without obstructions to get a good night of sleep.