What are the main concerns associated with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea?
The biggest concern for people with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is the frequent sleep disruption, due to varying levels in repeated pauses in breathing cycles. This can lead to varying levels of daytime tiredness and excessive sleepiness, significantly impacting...
I have Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and struggle with CPAP. Is Oral Appliance Therapy a treatment option for me?
Oral appliance therapy is a well-recognised alternative treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, especially patients diagnosed with mild and moderate Sleep Apnoea, with snoring and patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. It is important to discuss if Oral appliance...
Are you concerned about Snoring and possible Sleep Apnoea?
What are the key symptoms of Sleep Apnoea? If you or someone close to you has symptoms such as snoring and interruptions in breathing which may be associated with Sleep Apnoea, it is important to discuss your concerns with you GP, your family doctor. Symptoms are...
Managing Excessive Daytime Tiredness associated with Sleep Disordered Breathing
Sleep Disordered Breathing may often present as Excessive Daytime Tiredness (EDT). This may often be attributable to Poor Sleep. In order to manage Poor Sleep in a practical way, often minor lifestyle changes and good Sleep Hygiene may assist in identifying the...
Oral Appliance Therapy (Mandibular Advancement Device Therapy) for Sleep Disordered breathing from Snoring to Sleep Apnoea
Oral Appliance Therapy is a therapy designed individually to maintain the oropharynx (the upper airway, located behind the tongue, extending downward) in an open position, avoiding airway closure overnight. Snoring is often the first symptom of sleep...
How can Bruxism be treated?
According to the Mayo Clinic, Bruxism is a medical term for teeth grinding and clenching, a condition in which you bring your teeth together, more commonly unconsciously. This action is brought about by muscle clenching, resulting in tooth contact, which...
First steps in managing your Sleep Health
Beacon Dental Sleep Medicine First steps in managing your Sleep Health If you, or someone close to you is concerned about nighttime symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing, which may include: • Unexplained wakening, with gasping for breath • Waking up with a...
What are the key symptoms of Sleep Apnoea?
What are the key symptoms of Sleep Apnoea? If you or someone close to you has symptoms, which may be associated with Sleep Apnoea, it is important to discuss your concerns with you GP, your family doctor. Symptoms can be divided into: Nighttime symptoms and Daytime...
World Sleep Day Friday 14th March 2025
As We CelebrateWorld Sleep DayFriday 14 th March 2025 A message from Beacon Dental Sleep Medicine:If you are concerned about your sleep, or the sleep of someone close to you, please call us or email and let us help you take the required steps to best...
What can I do if I suspect I have Sleep Apnoea?
Worry about having Sleep Apnoea is very common. Concerns about snoring or waking up with a startle during the night are the most frequent symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing.Waking up repeatedly during the night, with a snoring noise which wakes a...
Anna Geary finds out about Bruxism from Dr Ed Owens, Director at the Beacon Dental Clinic
Anna Geary finds out about the condition of bruxism from Dr Ed Owens of Beacon Dental on RTEs Supercharged. Bruxism is excessive teeth grinding or jaw clenching. It is an oral parafunctional activity; i.e., it is unrelated to normal function such as eating or talking....
What can I do if I suspect I have Sleep Apnoea?
The first step in the management of Sleep Apnoea is to contact your GP who will refer you to a specialist Sleep Centre www.beacondentalsleep.ie where your referral letter will be triaged and you will be scheduled with one of our Consultants in Respiratory...
Oral Appliance Therapy as an alternative to Continuous Positive Airways Pressure
Oral appliance therapy is an alternative to C.P.A.P. treatment for many people with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (1).Obstructive Sleep Apnoea is divided into Mild, Moderate and Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, based on patient presentation, clinical symptoms...
Snoring, Sleep Apnoea and Partner Disturbance
If your partner’s Snoring is keeping you awake at night, it’s natural to feel concerned - not just about your lack of sleep, but also what snoring may mean for your partner’s health. For partners, disturbed sleep can take its toll, they worry, often remaining awake ...
Can specific Oral Appliance Therapy treat my Snoring?
Oral appliance therapy can be customized for the treatment of Snoring. Custom-made Oral Appliance therapy is designed to fit an individual’s mouth precisely, offering several advantages over generic, over-the-counter oral appliance options: Custom fit: A dentist,...
What can I do if I cannot tolerate C.P.A.P., also known as Mask Therapy?
If you're unable to use C.P.A.P. for your Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA), there is an alternative treatment options which can help you. Discussing your preferences with your medical Consultant, form an important part of your Medical management of your diagnosis. Oral...
Do I need my Loud Snoring investigated?
Snoring, often the first sign of Sleep Disordered breathing, should be investigated. Snoring is a symptom of Sleep Disorder Breathing and is very common. Snoring may be a significant piece of a Sleep Apnoea presentation for many people, which can pose a significant...
Apple Watch announce a new important feature, monitoring night time breathing.
September 2024, Apple watch ™ announced a new feature, which will provide analysis of Night time breathing patterns, providing data for discussion with a doctor. Accurate diagnose and Management of Sleep Disordered breathing, potential Sleep Apnoea, is central to Good...
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