Sleep apnea is a very common health problem in the United States, with an estimated 22 million people suffering and 80 percent of these cases are considered moderate to severe sleep obstruction. Sleep apnea is commonly due to high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, obesity and other cardiovascular problems.
Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type of sleep apnea and causes breathing to repeatedly stop and start during sleep. This happens because the throat muscles intermittently relax and block the airway during sleep causing loud snoring. This snoring is loud enough to disturb your own sleep as well as those near you and often causes a sufferer to wake up gasping or choking as the breathing intermittently stops and starts.
Using A CPAP Machine
This is a serious medical condition experienced by 22 million Americans daily and so finding a solution has become very desired. It is commonly treated with a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine which has been shown to be highly effective.
However, it is also very common for many sleep apnea sufferers to find the machine uncomfortable due to the CPAP masks. The masks fit over your nose and in some cases the mouth too, with straps around your head to hold it in place. The motor blows air through a large tube known as a cannula that connects the motor to the mask. The mask has often be cited to cause a disturbed night sleep, thus not solving the initial problem. Due to the uncomfortability, users may inconsistently use the CPAP machine and seek a CPAP alternative.
Using A Snoring Mouthpiece
For sleep apnea sufferers, another possible solution for snoring is a mouthpiece. Sleep apnea mouthpieces are a great snoring solution. Studies show mouthpieces are effective in treating sleep apnea by moving the jaw forward and increasing the size of the airway, reducing resistance and making breathing easier. The mouthpieces are custom made and are typically adjustable.
It is recommended that before considering challenging and invasive treatments like CPAP and surgery, to try a sleep apnea mouthpiece. They act as a snoring treatment by reducing airway turbulence which is to blame for the loud noise present for sleep apnea sufferers.
Mouthpieces have many advantages over CPAP machines including it’s small compact size and user accessibility and ease, this results in better compliance when compared to CPAP. These features make users more consistent thus solving the problem more effectively, in fact users commonly experience relief from the first night of use. Due to the size they are also great for individuals who travel frequently as they can fit inside your pocket, unlike the CPAP machines.
If you or someone you know is suffering with sleep apnea, it is important to consider all the treatment options to find the best snoring solution for you and your specific needs. If you want something that is small, compact and easy to use then the mouthpiece is a great option to help you finally have an undisturbed night sleep.
