
Snoring is a result of partial blocking of the upper airway. Oral appliance therapy uses a dental device fitted in the mouth to prevent the airways from collapsing during sleep, leading to obstruction of the airways. The appliances look similar to orthodontic retainers and are safe, painless and effective, small, light and extremely portable. They are easy to wear and it is possible to speak, yawn or drink whilst wearing the appliance. It is reported that of every 100 snorers, about 95 will have a decrease in the noise levels they make during sleep when wearing an appliance.
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At Dr David Young & Associates we are pleased to offer our patients specially trained practitioners in the area of sleep dentistry, with expertise in the types of oral appliances that will best suit your needs.
So, if snoring is a problem and the cause of an unhappy bedtime environment, come and talk to Dr Michelle Donegan. No referral is necessary but we are happy to involve your GP at your discretion.
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Dr Michelle Donegan has a particular interest in sleep dentistry. Apart from working at Dr David Young & Associates, Michelle also works as a consultant at The Woolcock Clinic, which specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep and breathing disorders.
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For more information, please refer to our Newsletter Oct 2011.
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Newsletter Oct 2011 (our latest newsletter)
Welcome to our new practitioners, a helpful article on snoring, good oral hygiene during pregnancy and our informative feature is on dental erosion.
Newsletter May 2011
Staff news, educational talks, the Dental Hygienist, and our informative feature highlights how your oral health impacts your overall wellbeing.
* All information in our newsletter is correct at the time of publication.
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