Sleep Apnea

Snoring is very common, and many people disregard it as a nuisance. However, snoring is often a sign that you’re at increased risk for obstructive sleep apnea. Snoring is caused by an airway that narrows during sleep, causing a turbulent airflow, which causes your throat to vibrate, what we hear as snoring.

There are many good treatment options for sleep apnea. CPAP is the most common treatment recommended, but oral appliance therapy is increasing in popularity because it is more comfortable and convenient, which often results in more successful treatment.

Most of the oral appliances available are classified as mandibular advancement splints. These mouthpieces work by gently repositioning the lower jaw to open the airway. This lessens or eliminates the likelihood of an airway obstruction occurring, which is the cause of OSA events.