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- Dental assessment and screening
- Medical referral when needed
- Options discussed for selected adults
Sleep Apnoea
Dental assessment for snoring and possible sleep apnoea, with referral where needed.A careful dental assessment for snoring and possible sleep apnoea, with medical referral where needed and oral appliance options discussed only when clinically appropriate.
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About the treatment
Understanding Snoring and Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea is a medical condition in which breathing repeatedly narrows or stops during sleep. Snoring can be one sign, but it does not confirm a diagnosis. Other possible signs include gasping, witnessed pauses in breathing, waking with a dry mouth or headache, and feeling unusually tired during the day.
A dental assessment can review your teeth, gums, jaw and bite and identify factors that may affect whether a dental appliance could be considered. If you have not had a medical assessment, or your symptoms suggest possible sleep apnoea, we may recommend speaking with your GP or an appropriate sleep service.
Dental Assessment
Medical Input When Needed
Suitability Considered
Assessment-led care
When an Oral Appliance May Be Discussed
A custom-made mandibular advancement appliance holds the lower jaw in a forward position during sleep. This may help keep the airway more open for some adults with diagnosed obstructive sleep apnoea or primary snoring. It does not treat every cause of disturbed sleep and is not suitable for everyone.
The decision depends on factors including your diagnosis, the severity of the condition, your teeth and gums, jaw health and medical advice. We will explain alternatives, limitations and possible side effects. If you already use CPAP or another prescribed treatment, do not change it without speaking to the clinician responsible for your sleep care.
Discuss Your Symptoms
Examine Your Dental Health
Agree the Right Pathway
Review and Monitor
Personal, assessment-led care
"Snoring can be more than a nuisance, so we assess it properly. Where a medical opinion is needed, we arrange it before considering any appliance."
Dr Kaly Gengeswaran (GDC 265139)
What our patients say
Patient experiences of the calm, personal care provided by the team at Danbury Dental Care.
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"I couldn't be happier with the care I've received at Danbury Dental Care. It's the first dental practice where I genuinely feel valued as a person, not just a number."
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Sleep Apnoea FAQs
Questions about sleep apnoea
Your consultation is the right place to discuss suitability, alternatives and what your own care may involve.
No. Sleep apnoea is a medical condition and a formal diagnosis usually requires assessment by an appropriate medical or sleep service. A dental appointment can identify signs or symptoms that warrant further investigation and help you understand the next step.
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Dental care, close to Chelmsford
Danbury Dental Care is at 24 Maldon Road, Danbury, Essex CM3 4QH.
Getting here
10 mins from the A12
20 mins from the M25
Free Parking available
Opening hours
Monday 9 - 7PM
Tuesday 9 - 5PM
Weds 9 - 5PM
Thursday 9 - 5PM
Friday 9 - 5PM
Saturday Sedation Treatment Available on Request