A Mandibular Advancement Device (MAD) is an Oral Appliance System used in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). Device therapy is typically prescribed for the treatment of Sleep Disordered Breathing and worn in the mouth during Sleep, working by precisely repositioning the lower jaw [...]
Trusted Dental Care with your dentist in the Beacon Dental Clinic is not just about having a healthy smile, it's centred on ensuring your overall health, including dental health and your overall well-being. A healthy smile can improve your confidence, however the benefit of precise [...]
As always, we work with and advise a medical assessment for the optimal management of Sleep Apnoea. At The Beacon Dental Sleep Medicine Clinic www.beacondentalsleep.ie we work with a variety of Medical Practitioners: Consultants in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, Endocrinologists, Cardiologists Health Screening Clinics, Menopause [...]
Snoring is a common disorder that affects 20%-40% of the general population. The mechanism of snoring is the vibration of anatomical structures in the pharyngeal airways. The flutter of the soft palate explains the harsh aspect of the snoring sound, which occurs during natural sleep [...]
Anywhere from 10% to 15% of U.S. females have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a sleep disorder characterized by breathing that repeatedly slows or stops during sleep. While snoring and daytime sleepiness are common symptoms of sleep apnea, women with OSA may present with morning headaches, [...]
What is advanced sleep-wake phase disorder? Advanced sleep-wake phase disorder (ASP) is one of several circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders. These disorders occur in people who sleep at times that seem to be out of order with “normal” sleep times. People with ASP have an [...]
Overview Oral health is the state of the mouth, teeth and orofacial structures that enables individuals to perform essential functions such as eating, breathing and speaking, and encompasses psychosocial dimensions such as self-confidence, well-being and the ability to socialize and work without pain, discomfort and [...]
While it may not be widely understood, there is a clear connection between a person’s dental health and their mental health. Numerous studies have identified associations between mental health and oral health(1), however, the interaction often does not get much attention, even among health care [...]
From gentle snuffles to loud rasps and snorts, snoring is common. An estimated 45 percent of adults snore occasionally, while 25 percent snore regularly—often disturbing their bed partner’s slumber and possibly their own, too. You’re more likely to snore if you’re overweight, are a middle-aged [...]
We’re all busy people and making that dental hygienist appointment, especially if you’re not having any obvious dental problems can take a while. However, regular visits to the Dental Hygienist (recommended every six months) are a vital part of caring for your oral health and [...]
