One in ten Australians suffer from sleep apnoea, a serious sleep disorder that causes pauses in breathing or short, shallow breaths during sleep. Both adults and children are affected, which is why South Coast Orthodontics is dedicated to examining, diagnosing, and treating this critical condition.
Sleep apnoea doesn’t just cause breathing difficulties. Common symptoms include:
These symptoms impact daily energy, mood, focus, and overall quality of life, for both adults and children.
The first step, at any age, is to consult your GP or a sleep physician. South Coast Orthodontics will partner with your doctor to develop the best treatment plan for you. Recommendations may include orthodontic interventions depending on the severity and type of sleep apnoea.
Children who wake up tired, irritable, or lethargic may underperform in school, sports, and daily activities. While adults often blame attitude, the root cause can be insufficient deep sleep due to sleep apnoea.
In many pediatric cases, small or underdeveloped jawbones reduce airway space, limiting airflow during sleep. Dr Kamal Ahmed may recommend a jaw expander to gently widen the airway, improving both breathing and overall sleep quality.
Adults may not face growth-related issues, but sleep apnoea can have serious health consequences, including:
South Coast Orthodontics specialises in adult apnoea-related orthodontic problems. Dr Kamal has been part of Australia’s first multidisciplinary sleep apnoea team, collaborating with medical, dental, and allied health professionals to significantly improve patients’ lives.
While many devices exist, MADs are highly effective, safe, and convenient. They are:
The MAD works by advancing the lower jaw (mandible) slightly forward, keeping the airway open and preventing soft tissue collapse that causes interruptions in breathing.
Approved by the Australian Government, MADs are a comfortable alternative to CPAP machines, similar to wearing a mouthguard or orthodontic plate, and are ideal for adults and children alike.
Our team’s internationally-accredited knowledge, clinical expertise, and research involvement make us leaders in orthodontic solutions for sleep apnoea.
Dr Kamal Ahmed and the South Coast Orthodontics team work with your GP or sleep physician to:
Sleep apnoea affects your health, mood, and daily life. At South Coast Orthodontics, we are dedicated to improving sleep for patients of all ages.
Contact us today or speak with your GP to begin your journey towards better sleep, improved energy, and a healthier life.
South Coast Orthodontics
Address.
57 Railway Street, Corrimal NSW 2518
Clinic Hours.
8:00am – 5:30pm | Monday – Wednesday
9:00am – 5:00pm | Thursday – Friday
Tel. (02) 4216 8600
Email. info@southcoastortho.com.au
