Because Everyone Deserves a Good Night’s Sleep

18 Feb Because Everyone Deserves a Good Night’s Sleep

If you or your partner struggle with snoring, you’re not alone. Chronic snoring affects many Australians and can be a sign of sleep apnoea, a condition that impacts breathing, oxygen levels and overall health.  Dr Tim Nicholls is trained in dental sleep medicine and provides custom dental sleep devices to help manage snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea.

What Causes Snoring and Sleep Apnoea?

Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked during sleep. As throat muscles relax, the airway narrows and soft tissues vibrate.  Frequent or loud snoring may indicate obstructive sleep apnoea, where breathing repeatedly pauses throughout the night.

Common symptoms include:

• Loud snoring
• Pauses in breathing during sleep
• Waking tired or unrefreshed
• Morning headaches
• Daytime fatigue
• Difficulty concentrating

Untreated sleep apnoea has been linked to high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes.  A custom dental sleep device may be an effective and comfortable option.

What Is a Dental Sleep Device?

A dental sleep device (also known as an oral appliance or mandibular advancement splint) is a custom-made mouthguard worn at night. It gently positions the lower jaw forward to keep the airway open during sleep.  At Martin Street Dentists Brighton, we use advanced digital scanning technology to ensure a precise and comfortable fit.

Unlike over-the-counter snoring mouthguards, our devices are:

• Custom-fitted to your bite
• Digitally designed for accuracy
• Adjustable for optimal airway support
• Comfortable for nightly wear

Many patients looking for snoring treatment in Brighton prefer dental sleep devices because they are discreet, portable and often easier to tolerate than CPAP machines.

Benefits of a Custom 3D Sleep Device

A professionally fitted oral appliance can:

• Reduce or eliminate snoring
• Improve airflow and oxygen levels
• Promote deeper, more restorative sleep
• Reduce daytime fatigue
• Improve overall health outcomes
• Minimise partner sleep disturbance

Better sleep leads to better focus, improved mood and greater overall wellbeing.  Dr Tim works closely with patients to assess symptoms and determine the most appropriate treatment.

The process includes:

1. Comprehensive consultation
2. Review of medical history and sleep study results (if available)
3. Digital 3D scan
4. Custom device fitting and adjustments

If you are tired of snoring in your household, book an appointment with Dr Tim Nicholls today.