Why Snoring Treatment
Snoring treatment uses custom oral appliances that gently reposition your jaw, opening airways and reducing snoring and sleep apnea symptoms. These comfortable devices improve sleep quality, boost energy levels, protect cardiovascular health, and restore peaceful nights for you and your partner.
Why You Need This Service
Chronic snoring signals airway obstruction that disrupts sleep and strains your heart. Treatment improves rest quality, reduces health risks, increases daytime energy, and often saves relationships strained by sleepless nights.
How It Works
Our Snoring Treatment Process
Why Choose Bristles Dental for Snoring Treatment?
Our experienced team creates custom-fitted oral appliances that effectively reduce snoring while remaining comfortable enough to wear nightly at our Parksville clinic.
What Sets Us Apart
✓ Specialized Sleep Dentistry Training
Our dentists have completed advanced education in sleep-related breathing disorders and oral appliance therapy. We understand the science of airways, sleep quality, and effective treatment approaches thoroughly.
✓ Custom-Fitted Appliances
We create precisely fitted devices using digital impressions and quality materials. Custom appliances are far more effective and comfortable than over-the-counter options, ensuring you’ll actually wear them.
✓ Collaborative Medical Approach
We work with sleep physicians and coordinate care when needed. If sleep apnea is suspected, we facilitate proper diagnosis before treatment, ensuring comprehensive care always.
✓ Ongoing Adjustment & Support
Initial fitting is just the beginning. We provide follow-up appointments to fine-tune your appliance, ensure effectiveness, and address any comfort concerns until results are perfect.
have a question?
Common Inquiries
How effective are oral appliances for snoring?
Oral appliances reduce or eliminate snoring in 70-90% of patients when properly fitted. Success rates are highest with custom devices and consistent use nightly.
Will insurance cover snoring treatment?
Many medical insurance plans cover oral appliances for diagnosed sleep apnea. We’ll verify benefits and provide necessary documentation for reimbursement when applicable at our Parksville clinic.
Are oral appliances comfortable to wear?
Yes. Custom-fitted appliances are surprisingly comfortable. There’s a brief adjustment period, but most patients adapt quickly and wear them easily every night without issues.
Can I use an oral appliance with dental work?
Usually yes. We assess your teeth, restorations, and jaw joints to ensure appliances work with your existing dental work. Most patients are suitable candidates for treatment.
How long do oral appliances last?
With proper care, quality appliances last 3-5 years. We monitor wear and recommend replacement when effectiveness or fit diminishes. Many patients use theirs longer successfully.
What if I have sleep apnea, not just snoring?
We work with sleep physicians to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment. Oral appliances effectively treat mild-to-moderate sleep apnea and serve as CPAP alternatives for many patients.
How quickly will I see results?
Most patients notice improvement immediately or within days. Partners often report dramatically quieter nights right away. Full optimization may take several weeks with adjustments completed.