🎙️ Bite-Sized Dental | Episode: Snoring, Sleep Apnoea, and Your Dentist
Hosts: Dr Bing Lee & Glenn Hartas
Transcript
Glenn Hartas
You're listening to Way FM 105.3—your positive alternative.
Now, here’s a surprising one—what do snoring, sleep apnoea, and your dentist have in common?
Turns out… quite a lot! Dr Bing from Innova Dental is here to explain. Welcome back!
Dr Bing
Hi Glenn—great to be here!
Glenn Hartas
So let’s start with the big question: What does a dentist have to do with snoring or sleep apnoea?
Dr Bing
Great question! Snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea are often caused by the soft tissues in the mouth and throat collapsing during sleep. As dentists, we’re trained to assess the structure of your jaw, airway, and bite, which can all play a role in how well you breathe at night.
Glenn Hartas
And how serious is sleep apnoea?
Dr Bing
It can be very serious. Untreated sleep apnoea has been linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, fatigue, poor concentration, and even increased risk of stroke. And for some people, snoring is the first warning sign.
Glenn Hartas
So where does Innova Dental come in?
Dr Bing
If you’ve been diagnosed with mild to moderate sleep apnoea already—or if you snore and want to explore your options—we can design a custom oral sleep appliance. It’s a small device that you wear while sleeping, like a mouthguard, that gently repositions your jaw to keep your airway open.
Glenn Hartas
So it’s like an alternative to the CPAP machine?
Dr Bing
Exactly! CPAP is great for some, especially those diagnosed with severe sleep apnoea, but others find it uncomfortable or hard to use. These dental devices are quiet, non-invasive, and easy to travel with—and they work really well for the right patient.
Glenn Hartas
And I imagine it’s life-changing for couples too—no more snoring battles!
Dr Bing
Definitely! We’ve had patients tell us it changed their sleep and their relationships.
Glenn Hartas
So if someone’s struggling with snoring or has been diagnosed with sleep apnoea—what should they do?
Dr Bing
Book a consult at Innova Dental. We’ll assess your airway, chat about your sleep, and work with your GP or sleep specialist if needed. You can book online at innovadental.com.au or give us a call.
Glenn Hartas
That’s Dr Bing from Innova Dental—helping Tassie sleep (and smile) better. Thanks again, mate!
Dr Bing
Thanks Glenn!
Glenn Hartas
Innova Dental—Effortless Smiles, Stress-Free Process. Book your sleep and snoring consultation today at innovadental.com.au or call now.
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