At McIntosh Dental, we provide custom-fitted sleep apnoea devices and anti-snoring appliances designed to improve your sleep quality and overall health. Snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnoea affect many, often without realising it.

Symptoms may include loud snoring, waking unrefreshed, daytime fatigue and disrupted breathing during sleep. Left untreated, sleep apnoea can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and depression. Our customised solutions can help you breathe more freely and rest more deeply.

Understanding Snoring and Sleep Apnoea

Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked during sleep, causing tissues in the throat to vibrate. This can disturb your own sleep and that of your partner. Obstructive sleep apnoea is more serious as it involves repeated pauses in breathing due to a fully blocked airway, often followed by sudden waking to resume breathing.

Both conditions can:

  • Reduce oxygen levels during sleep
  • Affect focus and mood
  • Increase the risk of serious health issues

Dental factors, such as jaw positioning, can contribute to airway obstruction, making dental appliances a safe, non-invasive treatment option.

How a Sleep Apnoea Appliance Works

A sleep apnoea mouth guard or anti-snoring device is custom-made to fit your teeth and mouth comfortably. It works by gently moving your lower jaw forward while you sleep, keeping the airway open and reducing vibration and collapse of soft tissues.

Benefits of a custom-fitted device include:

  • Comfortable, secure fit
  • Easier adjustment period compared to generic devices
  • Non-invasive alternative to surgery or CPAP therapy for mild cases

Many patients notice reduced snoring and improved sleep quality soon after starting treatment.

The Fitting Process

Your treatment begins with a consultation and examination to assess your airway, bite, and overall oral health. If a dental appliance is suitable, we’ll take precise impressions or digital scans of your teeth. These are used to create a device tailored to your mouth for maximum comfort and effectiveness.

Once your appliance is ready, we’ll guide you on how to wear it, clean it and make minor adjustments if necessary. Follow-up visits help ensure it continues to work effectively over time.

Why Choose McIntosh Dental for Sleep Apnoea Solutions

With over 35 years of service in West Auckland, McIntosh Dental offers proven solutions for snoring and mild sleep apnoea, all in a single location. Our dentists are experienced in airway assessment and appliance design, working closely with patients to ensure a comfortable fit and lasting results. For those who feel anxious about dental treatment, we also offer sedation options to make appointments easier.

Don’t let poor sleep affect your health and daily life. Book your consultation today and take the first step towards quieter nights and better rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Snoring can be harmless, but it may also indicate obstructive sleep apnoea, which can affect your health if left untreated.

Custom-made devices are designed for a secure, comfortable fit. Most patients adjust within a few nights.

While some adapt immediately, most people become fully comfortable within one to two weeks.

Yes, for mild obstructive sleep apnoea, dental appliances can improve breathing and reduce symptoms.

We take impressions or digital scans of your teeth, then create a custom appliance. You’ll return for fitting, adjustments and follow-up care.