Once sleep Apnoea is suspected a sleep study will be carried out to confirm the diagnosis.
There are many products on the market to help with snoring, but your dentist can fabricate a device that is custom made for you. It is called a Mandibular Advancement Device and works by holding your lower jaw and tongue forward therefore keeping your airway open whilst you sleep.
The appliances shown above were developed in Australia by the "Somnomed" company in Sydney. Dr Baret has been qualified to use these appliances and others
Please speak to your dentist for further advice.
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