Sleep apnoea is a common but often underrecognised condition. If your airway repeatedly narrows or closes during sleep, it can disrupt breathing, disturb rest, and lead to a host of daytime symptoms. Detecting sleep apnoea early is key, and recognising the warning signs is the first step.
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Grinding or clenching your teeth during sleep, medically known as sleep bruxism, is far from rare. It can manifest as audible grinding noises, jaw tension, morning soreness, tooth wear, headaches or even disturbed sleep. Many people only become aware of it when a partner hears the grinding or when dental wear becomes evident.
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a common but potentially serious condition characterised by interrupted breathing during sleep. Traditionally, testing required an overnight stay in a sleep clinic—but modern technology has enabled home-based solutions that are more practical and cost-effective.
One of the most commonly recommended devices is the CPAP machine, yet it’s important to understand precisely what it is and how it works, especially in comparison to alternative solutions like mandibular advancement splints.
One question we hear frequently is: “Is sleep apnoea genetic?” The answer is nuanced: yes, genetic and familial factors can increase the risk of developing OSA, but genes are only part of a much broader picture.
Traditionally, testing required an overnight stay in a sleep clinic—but modern technology has enabled home-based solutions that are more practical and cost-effective.
Snoring is more than just noise—it reflects turbulent airflow through an upper airway that is partly collapsible or obstructed during sleep. Understanding why snoring occurs helps clarify how dental and airway interventions can play a role in managing it.
The 3 % rule refers to the criterion that classifies certain breathing disruptions—called hypopneas—if accompanied by a drop in blood oxygen saturation of at least 3 percent or an arousal from sleep.
Sleep disturbances are more than mere nightly nuisances. They are often silent troublemakers that sap vitality, impair cognition, and strain health. At Optima Sleep, we recognise how vital it is to decode these nocturnal signals early.
Sleep apnoea is a condition that often goes unnoticed for years, silently disrupting sleep and health. As one of the most common sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).