Dr. Sandeep Jain 牙醫
董事 / 註冊牙醫
BDS, MDS, Adv Dip (Perio)
MRD RCSEd (UK), MRACDS (Aust)
語言: 英語, 印地語
打鼻鼾與睡眠窒息症
如果您或與您同住的人因大聲打鼻鼾或夜間不安而影響睡眠，您一定知道這會如何影響精力、情緒和整體健康。在愉景灣海灣牙科診所，我們為睡眠窒息症提供貼心且現代化的治療方案，幫助您重獲寧靜和恢復精力的睡眠。我們使用Pranaq TipTraQ睡眠追蹤器和定制的口腔裝置（稱為下頜前移裝置，MADs），提供溫和且有效的個性化治療。
立即預約諮詢，開始您邁向更好睡眠的旅程！
目錄
什麼是下頜前移裝置（MADs）？
MAD是一種定制的口腔裝置，外觀類似於輕薄的運動護齒器，專為睡眠時佩戴而設計。它能輕輕地將您的下頜向前移動一點，通常僅3至4毫米，這一微小調整就能有效保持您的氣道暢通。
它是如何運作的？
- 重新定位下頜和舌頭：通過將下頜向前移動，該裝置同時帶動舌頭向前，防止舌頭堵塞喉嚨。
- 打開氣道：這在喉嚨後部創造更多空間，讓空氣順暢通過，減少引起打鼾的振動。
- 支持呼吸：幫助維持氣道暢通，促進穩定呼吸和整晚的氧氣流動。
為什麼選擇由牙醫定制的MAD？
雖然市場上有“煮沸咬合”式通用口腔裝置，但它們通常存在以下問題：
- 不合適的佩戴：通用的尺寸難以完美貼合，可能導致下頜疼痛，甚至被棄用。
- 不精確的定位：這些裝置無法提供溫和且精確的調整來有效打開氣道。
- 潛在副作用：不合適的裝置可能對牙齒或下頜施加壓力，導致不適或牙齒移位。
- 缺乏專業指導：您需要獨自管理治療，沒有專業建議或調整。
而我們的定制裝置提供以下優勢：
- 個性化舒適：通過對您的牙齒進行數位掃描，打造專屬於您的舒適裝置。
- 精準調整：我們可微調裝置，確保下頜前移幅度恰到好處，無負擔。
- 安全監控：裝置設計保護您的牙齒和下頜，我們全程提供支持。
- 專業指導：我們會確認此方案是否適合您，並確保您在治療過程中感到舒適和安心。
我們如何幫助您了解您的睡眠
如果您懷疑自己患有睡眠窒息症，我們提供簡單明了的診斷方式：
1. 居家睡眠篩查
我們提供小型、易用的Prana TipTraQ裝置，讓您在家中連續數晚佩戴，追蹤您的呼吸和血氧水平。
2. 結果分析
在後續諮詢中，我們會以簡單易懂的語言解釋數據結果，回答您的疑問。
3. 個性化方案
如果MAD適合您，我們會根據測試結果為您製作定制裝置。
What is Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during the night. These pauses can last from several seconds to a minute or longer and may occur dozens of times per hour. Very often, breathing resumes with a snort or gasp. This cycle interrupts deep sleep, leaving you tired even after a full night in bed.
The two most common types are:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA): Caused by throat muscles relaxing and blocking the airway.
- Central Sleep Apnoea: Occurs when the brain doesn’t send proper signals to the muscles that control breathing.
How Is Snoring Connected to Sleep Apnoea?
Not everyone who snores has sleep apnoea, but snoring—especially when it’s loud and frequent—is one of the most common signs.
- Snoring happens when the flow of air causes relaxed tissues in the throat to vibrate.
- Sleep apnoea occurs when the airway becomes fully blocked, briefly stopping breathing.
If your snoring is often broken up by pauses, gasps, or choking sounds, it may be a sign of sleep apnoea and worth looking into further.
How Can Sleep Apnoea Affect Your Health?
Left unaddressed, sleep apnoea can influence your overall wellness. It’s associated with:
Cardiovascular strain
Changes in oxygen levels may contribute to high blood pressure or heart concerns.
Daytime fatigue
Poor sleep can make it hard to focus, dampen mood, and reduce energy.
Metabolic changes
It has been linked to a higher risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes.
Overall well-being
It may affect memory, concentration, and how you feel day to day.
Snoring and Sleep Apnoea
Often, the first clue something’s wrong is the sound of snoring—but the real concern is the silence that sometimes follows. Those quiet moments can signal paused breathing, which is a hallmark of sleep apnoea. Wondering if this might be you? It usually begins by paying attention to how you feel, both at night and during the day.
You might:
- Snore loudly enough to be heard through a door.
- Have been told by someone that you occasionally gasp, choke, or seem to stop breathing in your sleep.
- Wake up still feeling tired, even after what should have been enough rest.
- Feel an overwhelming need to nap during the day or struggle with low energy.
- Notice morning headaches or a dry mouth when you get up.
- Find it harder to concentrate or feel more forgetful than usual.
The good news? Finding out is straightforward!
While a sleep study is the most accurate way to know what’s happening, it doesn’t have to be complicated. Many people now do a simple test at home using a small monitor that tracks breathing and oxygen levels overnight. Information from your own wearable device can also offer helpful insights to bring to your consultation.
Factors That Can Increase Risk
Sleep apnoea can affect different people, but some factors may make it more likely:
- Those who have a naturally narrow airway or often experience nasal stuffiness.
- People who are overweight.
- Individuals with high blood pressure.
- Those who smoke or often drink alcohol.
- It’s also more common in men.
Could a Dental Sleep Appliance Work for You?
A custom-made oral device can be an excellent option, especially if you:
- Snore regularly and loudly.
- Have been diagnosed with mild or moderate obstructive sleep apnoea.
- Prefer a non-surgical approach or have trouble adjusting to CPAP therapy.
Why Choose a Personalised Oral Device?
Selecting a device made specifically for your mouth offers meaningful benefits:
- Comfortable fit: Designed from a 3D scan of your teeth, it’s made to fit only you.
- Effective relief: It significantly reduces snoring and helps maintain an open airway during sleep.
- Better rest: By supporting uninterrupted breathing, it helps improve sleep quality so you wake up refreshed.
- Discreet and travel-friendly: No cords, no noise, no bulky machines—just a small device that’s easy to take anywhere.
- Easy to use and clean: It requires very little maintenance and is comfortable for nightly wear.
- Peace and quiet: It works silently, so both you and your partner can sleep undisturbed.
- Extra protection: If you grind your teeth, the device also helps shield them from wear.
If any of this resonates with you, we invite you to reach out. We’re here to help you understand your options and support you in finding a solution that lets you wake up feeling your best.
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