Sleep Apnoea Treatment Melbourne
What is Sleep Apnoea?
Do you wake up feeling like you’ve barely slept? If mornings leave you groggy, sluggish, and desperate for another coffee, sleep apnoea might be to blame. This common sleep disorder causes repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, leading to poor rest and long-term health risks if left untreated.
If you’re searching for sleep apnoea treatment in Melbourne, our experienced team at Mitcham Dental Clinic can help.
How is sleep apnoea a dental issue?
Although sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder, it has significant oral health implications. If left untreated, it can lead to:
- Broken, cracked, or missing teeth
- Jaw clenching
- Jaw pain, which could indicate temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ)
- Pain while chewing
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
Beyond oral health, sleep apnoea is linked to serious health concerns, including cardiovascular disease, depression, and chronic fatigue. Feeling excessively tired throughout the day can also affect concentration, mood, and your overall wellbeing.
How do you treat Sleep Apnoea?
Struggling with sleep apnoea? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to suffer through sleepless nights.
How we can help you…
As a SomnoMed-accredited practice, we provide tailored sleep apnoea treatment right here in Melbourne, ensuring you get the right care for a better night’s sleep.
A SomnoMed-accredited practice means that our clinic is recognised for providing SomnoMed oral appliances, which are high-quality, custom-fitted devices designed to treat sleep apnoea. These appliances help keep the airway open by gently repositioning the jaw, making them a comfortable and effective alternative to CPAP machines for many patients.
Did you know…
- Around 4.2 million Australians suffer from a sleep breathing disorder, but up to 80% remain undiagnosed.
- Many people are misdiagnosed, leaving them frustrated with treatments that don’t work.
That’s why we take a thorough, personalised approach to finding the right sleep apnoea solutions for you.
How do you treat Sleep Apnoea?
Once you’ve had an assessment, a sleep physician will recommend the best appliance for your condition which we custom make specifically for you.
How does the appliance work?
Each appliance is different, but they are worn at night and generally work by holding the jaw forward which leaves the airway clear so you can breathe easily and enjoy a restful sleep.
Our Dentists
Dr Ron Fulop
Dr Yvonne Karpinski
Dr Sarah Nguyen
Dr David Trinh
Dr Jia Leong
Dr Natalie Tsang
Sleep Apnoea FAQs
If you experience any of the following, it might be time to get checked:
- Loud snoring
- Pauses in breathing during sleep
- Daytime sleepiness
- Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
- Waking up with a dry mouth or headache
Is sleep apnea the same as obstructive sleep apnea?
Depending on your condition, options may include:
- Oral Appliances (MAS): Perfect for mild to moderate cases, these reposition the jaw to keep your airway open.
- CPAP Machines: For more severe cases, CPAP provides a steady airflow to prevent airway collapse.
- Lifestyle Adjustments: Weight management, reduced alcohol intake, and better sleep posture can help too.
Surgery is a last resort for severe cases, but non-invasive treatments like oral appliances and CPAP therapy are usually recommended first.
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What Our Patients Say About Our Sleep Apnoea Services
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Dr Jia Leong is the best of the best, friendly, knowledgeable and caring. With very gentle hands, everytime I feel comfortable and relaxed in the dental chair! Would highly recommend to anyone.
Sonia
A great clinic that provides a high level of patient care and customer service.
David Penney
Root canal treatment performed by Dr David. Absolute professional at his trade. Highly skilled and also a great friendly person.
Daniel Z
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Great service from the team. They are super friendly and make sure you understand what is happening and always putting you first. Well done team.
Korrin Balmain
Can’t fault Mitcham Dental Clinic! They are professional, reliable and their quality of work is second to none!
Tamika Kleesh
I don't know if I can find any gentler friendlier more caring dentists, hygienists & receptionists anywhere else. My experience here has been great!
Eun Lim
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Have to update my post - seriously, Dr Ron and the team are just absolutely amazing. This is coming from someone that's just walked out of a root canal - with zero discomfort, zero pain. Seeing Dr Ron has taught me one thing - going to the dentist doesn't have to be a painful and terrifying experience - it's all about patient comfort (and obviously tooth care). Just brilliant! Original post: Amazing all around service. Dr Ron and his staff are wonder workers - they're all about putting patients at ease - talking through procedures, getting the time to know you as a patient (I'm one of those people that don't really love visiting the dentist) - but they all are there to help you through the process - it's actually awesome - turning my experiences there into a pain and stress free procedure. Also, while I was waiting (and they did it for me too), I saw the reception staff with the patients leaving - they actually sat down and worked out the best possible way to pay - i.e. how to minimise the customers cost. If I could give them 10 stars, I would!
Andrew Boskovic
Excellent dental clinic, all ways great service, and a great team of people who know what there doing.
Scott Bright
I needed a dentist desperately in a hurry a few weeks ago. The staff at the Mitcham Dental Clinic kindly looked after me and took care of me. I recommend with confidence the service and all the staff at this clinic and found them to be 100% for personalised satisfaction
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