Do you wake up with jaw pain or headaches? Do you or your partner snore loudly during sleep? Our dental team can help assess and manage the dental aspects of sleep disorders, and refer you for diagnosis where needed.
Healthcare in Australia has begun focusing on the way we sleep, our behaviours before bedtime, what influences the quality of our sleep, the consequences of poor sleep, and available treatment options.
Sleep disorders are extremely common and they have detrimental effects on patients and their partners. At Kedron Family Dental , we have treatments available for snoring, bruxism and sleep apnoea .
Snoring is common and can occur for many reasons. In some cases, it may be associated with sleep-related breathing concerns, such as obstructive sleep apnoea. If you have ongoing or disruptive snoring, a healthcare professional can help assess the possible causes.
Snoring can be caused by a number of factors, including the anatomy of your mouth, your alcohol consumption, nasal problems, sleep deprivation and your sleeping position. Certain risk factors contribute to your likelihood of snoring, including being a man, being overweight, drinking alcohol, a history of obstructive sleep apnoea, and narrow airways.
The symptoms of snoring include:
Children who regularly snore may benefit from assessment by a dentist or appropriately qualified healthcare professional. Other signs that a child may have sleep-disordered breathing include teeth grinding, behavioural issues at school, mouth breathing, bet wetting, dark circles under the eyes, and many more. Sleep-disordered breathing in children may be associated with changes in sleep quality, behaviour, and overall wellbeing. Early assessment can help identify concerns and determine whether further evaluation or management may be appropriate.
Once the cause of your snoring has been assessed, your dentist will give you instructions on the best way to treat it. If it is a lifestyle factor, there are daily changes you can make that will minimise or eliminate your snoring. If it is caused by obstructive sleep apnoea, read the information below on treatment.
At Kedron Family Dental, we provide a range of dental services to support your oral health needs. Our dental team offers treatments including routine check-ups, preventive care, and a variety of general and restorative dental procedures. We take a personalised approach to understand your dental concerns and discuss suitable treatment options based on your individual needs.
People who suffer from teeth grinding seem to have a poorer quality of sleep. There seems to be a shift from blaming the grinding habit for causing micro arousals during sleep, to looking at whether micro arousals caused by sleep disordered breathing are actually the cause of grinding.
Bruxism can be caused by mental afflictions such as stress, anxiety and anger. Teeth grinding can also be caused by misaligned jaws and as a response to pain. Read more on Bruxism here.
In some children, teeth grinding during sleep may be associated with airway or sleep-related concerns. If enlarged tonsils or adenoids are suspected, further assessment may be recommended to determine whether treatment is appropriate.
The symptoms of teeth grinding include:
It may help to wear a mouthguard or splint at night if you suffer from bruxism. These devices are designed to even out the pressure across your jaw and create a barrier between your teeth that can take the force of your bite.
Also, it is helpful to organise regular dental appointments so your dentist can diagnose your symptoms earlier on and prevent extensive damage to your teeth.
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea is characterised by repetitive pauses in breathing during sleep despite the effort to breathe. This can be a serious disorder that negatively affects a patient’s quality of sleep.
OSA is caused by an obstruction of the upper airway that prevents the sufferer from taking a full breath while they sleep. In adults, the most common cause of OSA is excess weight. During sleep when the muscles relax, soft tissue can cause the airway to become blocked.
The symptoms of OSA include:
There are various medical professionals we can refer you to for an initial airway assessment and/or sleep test. A sleep study is usually recommended and can be conducted in a clinic or in your own home. A diagnosis is then made by the sleep or respiratory specialist and your treatment options are discussed.
There are various treatment options that vary from person to person, including:
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