The cost of a snoring appliance
FAQs
What Payment Options Are Available To Me?
After paying the initial consultation fee at your appointment, we will arrange a monthly payment schedule through our patient credit provider, Mandenta.
Why Should I Choose Snoring Solutions NI?
Dr. Paul Reaney comes with the highest levels of experience and qualifications including:
1st dentist in Ireland
He is the first dentist in Ireland to gain Accreditation by the European Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and the first to be recommended/endorsed by both the Irish and Dental Societies of Dental Sleep Medicine
Irish Society of Dental Sleep Medicine
Committee Member of the Irish Society of Dental Sleep Medicine
Post graduate course organiser
Post graduate course organiser to post graduate hospital dentists and doctors
Why Should I Trust a Dentist With A Sleep Disorder?
Believe it or not, a dentist may well be the first person to notice the presence of a sleep disorder.
In fact, one of the first signs of sleep apnea can be the grinding of teeth, which can cause your teeth to wear down- becoming more susceptible to cavities- or even break. Dentists are usually the first to notice these symptoms.
As well as being a fully qualified dentist Paul has also completed the recognised training that allows him to screen patients for Sleep Disordered Breathing in accordance with current guidelines and provide oral appliances to treat snoring and sleep apnoea.
AM I AT RISK OF DEVELOPING SLEEP APNOEA OR SNORING ISSUES?
Your chances of suffering from sleep apnoea or snoring increases if you suffer from:
Obesity
Asthma
Diabetes
You can download our self-assessment forms here.
CAN I BUY AN APPLIANCE “OVER THE COUNTER” OR ON THE INTERNET?
There are a number of over the counter (OTC) options but OTC dental devices bear little resemblance to custom-made ones.
With OTC devices you are basically self-diagnosing and buying a ‘one-size fits all’ appliance whereas professionally fitted appliances can be adjusted to:
Accommodate changes in the condition of your teeth
Improve the fit or retention
Support posterior teeth to help manage grinding and support the jaw joint
Prevent unwanted forces on the teeth
Reduce mouth breathing during sleep and encourage breathing through the nose which is healthier and more effective
The biggest issue is, if an OTC device doesn’t work for you, there’s a real danger you may believe a custom-made device won’t work either. This is called a ‘false negative’ and it could literally be life threatening.
Bottom line: You should always be professionally screened for sleep apnoea/snoring before using ANY dental device.
