Question 1

what dental devices are used to treat sleep apnea?

Accepted Answer

Apnea treatment: There are 2 dental devices that I am familiar with - a mandibular advancing device and a tongue repositioning device.  There are multiple manufacturers for each device.  They both work by repositioning your anatomy and increasing the space behind your tongue.

Question 2

32yr old healthy m started bed wetting every other day this month.diagnosed with sleep apnea last year and has been wearing dental device ever since.

Accepted Answer

Physical: Need full physical examination to determine cause of bed wetting.  Report findings to both your general physician and the dentist who fabricated your dental appliance.  If you have not seen an ENT, do so.

Question 3

good evening doctors. what is your opinion about the advantages and disadvantages of using an alternative dental device for sleep apnea instead of a cpap machine?

Accepted Answer

: CPAP is generally more effective. The dental device may help to prevent the tongue from occupying space and disrupting airflow. The results of the sleep study would be helpful. The symptoms of daytime sleepiness and daytime napping also are important in assessment of which option is better.

Question 4

grind guardn is an fda approved device to decrease night time bruxism. is a standard nightguard better for most of your dental patients?

Accepted Answer

Try and tell us: There is no panacea for everyone. In some, over-the-counter bite guards work just as well. Try and let us know.

Question 5

dental assistant  took one xray for me but forgot to put a lead apron on me. she used hand held device. is there a concern. any chest radiation risk. ?

Accepted Answer

No worries: The dental X-rays use an insignificant amount of radiation. The average person is exposed to 3.2 mSv of environmental radiation each year. That means you would have to have about 700 sets of X-rays just to equal the level of natural exposure.

Question 6

dental pros: which kind of crown would be better on root-canalled #6 tooth: lava zirconium or pfm w/ metal back? also, would you recommend a mandibular advancement device for sleep apnea & bruxism, or could it harm the crown or cause other problems?

Accepted Answer

Occlusion: As anOrthodontist I will leave the choice of restoration to my Restorative Dentist colleagues.  As to mandibular advancement appliances for sleep apnea, they can negatively affect your occlusion.  Do your homework before deciding on the practitioner that has the best answers for your problems.

Question 7

what is the name of an orthodontic device placed behind the incisor teeth?

Accepted Answer

Retainer ?: You might be referring to a fixed lingual retainer.

Question 8

please tell me the name of the orthodontic device placed behind the incisor teeth?

Accepted Answer

Can't answer: There are many.  What's it's function?  Is it fixed or removable?  What does it liik like?  Is it metal or plastic?  Need more information.

Question 9

is there an orthodontic device to make your tongue stop touching or pushing on your teeth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's called a Tongue Crib.  See an Orthodontic Specialist for an evaluation of your occlusion and the proper treatment.

Question 10

compare quality of cleaning with regular and electric teeth brushing device?

Accepted Answer

Similar: I have patients that get great results with both techniqes.  The most important aspect of brushing is to do it 3 times daily.  If you have a dexterity problem the electric brush may help you reach difficult areas.  Some patients prefer to use a higher tech device; and get better results because of their higher compliance rate.

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What dental devices are used to treat sleep apnea?

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32yr old healthy m started bed wetting every other day this month.diagnosed with sleep apnea last year and has been wearing dental device ever since.

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Good evening doctors. what is your opinion about the advantages and disadvantages of using an alternative dental device for sleep apnea instead of a cpap machine?

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Grind guardn is an fda approved device to decrease night time bruxism. is a standard nightguard better for most of your dental patients?

A member asked:

Dental assistant took one xray for me but forgot to put a lead apron on me. she used hand held device. is there a concern. any chest radiation risk. ?

A member asked:

Dental pros: which kind of crown would be better on root-canalled #6 tooth: lava zirconium or pfm w/ metal back? also, would you recommend a mandibular advancement device for sleep apnea & bruxism, or could it harm the crown or cause other problems?

A member asked:

What is the name of an orthodontic device placed behind the incisor teeth?

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Please tell me the name of the orthodontic device placed behind the incisor teeth?

A member asked:

Is there an orthodontic device to make your tongue stop touching or pushing on your teeth?

A member asked:

Compare quality of cleaning with regular and electric teeth brushing device?

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