Randwick
Snoring & Sleep Apnoea Solutions in Randwick
What Is Sleep Apnoea?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common condition in which the soft tissues in your throat relax too much during sleep, blocking your airway. This interruption forces your brain to jolt you awake briefly, often without your awareness, so you can start breathing again. The cycle can repeat many times each night, leaving you feeling groggy.
Signs to Watch For
Sleep apnoea can show up in ways you might not expect. If you’re experiencing any of the following, it could be worth investigating:
Loud snoring, especially with pauses
- Waking up tired or with headaches
- Daytime fatigue or drowsiness
- Acid reflux or indigestion
- High blood pressure
- Frequent trips to the bathroom during the night
- Heart palpitations
- Grinding or clenching your teeth while sleeping
Sleep Apnoea, Grinding or Snoring?
It’s important to understand that not everyone who snores has sleep apnoea, and not everyone who grinds or clenches their teeth does either – but the overlaps matter. Snoring is caused by vibrations in the airway due to blockages, a narrow airway, or low muscle tone. It’s more common in men and those who are overweight.
Grinding or clenching (bruxism) during sleep can also stem from airway restriction. When your body struggles to breathe properly, it can manifest as excessive pressure on your jaw, leading to pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This constant stress can trigger chronic discomfort and sleep disruption, turning a jaw issue into a whole-body one.
If your main concern is snoring, it’s still wise to start with a sleep study. Even if the snoring goes away, untreated sleep apnoea could remain and affect your overall health. If the study confirms there’s no apnoea, just snoring, a Mandibular Advancement Device splint (MADs) may still be a helpful solution.
Oral Appliance Options
If you’ve tried a CPAP machine and found it uncomfortable, an oral appliance may be a better fit. These custom-made devices gently reposition your jaw during sleep to help keep your airway open.
We offer two reliable options:
The Moses Appliance
This is a one-piece design that offers some jaw flexibility and is ready in 2 weeks. At $1600, it’s a budget-conscious option with solid results (no warranty included).
SomnoMed Appliance
The SomnoMed appliance is considered Australia’s gold standard, featuring a two-piece design that offers a wider range of jaw positioning, includes a 3-year warranty, is ready in five weeks, and is priced at $2000.
We’ll guide you through both options at your consultation and help you choose the best fit based on your needs and budget.
What to Expect
Before we begin, a sleep study is required to confirm your diagnosis. This is usually organised through your GP, but Blooms Chemist is also now providing these locally. Visit https://www.bloomsthechemist.com.au/ for more information.
During your consultation, we’ll assess your airway and discuss appliance options. It’s also important that your teeth and gums are healthy, so a recent dental checkup and clean are necessary. If you haven’t had one recently, we can book that for you here.
Once your appliance is made, we’ll fit it and schedule any needed follow-ups to fine-tune comfort and effectiveness. These aren’t “fit and forget” devices – adjustments are key to long-term success.
Costs and Payment Options
The Moses appliance starts at $1600, while the SomnoMed is $2000. We can check your health fund rebate on the spot and discuss any gap. To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options including Denticare, Afterpay, and direct claiming through HICAPS.
Get the Restorative Rest You Need
You deserve to sleep better and feel better. Schedule your consultation at Randwick Dental Clinic today to explore your options.
Any invasive or surgical procedure may carry risks. Before moving forward, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from an appropriately licensed medical professional.
