Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) is an effective and comfortable treatment option for many people with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), whether or not snoring is present. The appliance is a custom-made dental device system worn during sleep which gently holds the lower jaw forward, helping to keep the airway open.
One of the key benefits of Oral Appliance therapy is improved breathing during sleep. By preventing airway collapse, OAT can reduce Apnoea’s, Hypopneas and Snoring, leading to a better quality sleep and fewer nighttime sleep interruptions. Many patients experience reduced daytime sleepiness, with notable improved concentration and enhanced overall daytime energy levels.
Oral appliances are small, discrete, portable and easy to use, making them particularly attractive for people who struggle with CPAP therapy or prefer a less obtrusive treatment option. They are silent, require no electricity, and are convenient for travel. For patients with mild to moderate OSA, or those with more severe OSA who cannot tolerate CPAP, Oral Appliance therapy can be a very effective treatment alternative.
Another important advantage is comfort and long-term compliance. Because the appliance is custom-designed and fitted by a qualified specialist in dental sleep medicine www.beacondentalsleep.ie patients find appliance therapy comfortable and easily incorporated into their nightly routine.
With appropriate individualised assessment, device fitting and detailed follow-up, Oral Appliance therapy offers a clinically proven, patient accepted solution for managing Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and Snoring, helping patients achieve an enhanced quality of sleep, which provides increased daytime energy.
Contact us: info@beacondentalsleep.ie
Or call 01-531-0088
To discuss your suitability, especially where you cannot tolerate CPAP (mask therapy) and snore.
