Dental Professionals

Dentists and dental professionals understand that many factors can impact oral health. Beyond their patients performing daily oral hygiene and receiving preventive or routine dental care, how patients breathe when they sleep can impact their oral health. Mouth breathing, or breathing through the mouth rather than the nose, can have a significant impact on oral and dental health. The act of breathing through the mouth can lead to a range of issues that affect the teeth, gums, and overall oral well-being. SomnoSeal is an excellent solution that can help encourage nasal breathing for improved oral health.

Oral Health Issues Caused by Mouth Breathing

Whether a patient has sleep apnea or just tends to breathe through their mouth when sleeping, mouth breathing can have a significant effect on teeth and gums. Even if a patient adheres to good oral hygiene and regular cleanings and checkups, they can experience dental problems if they are breathing through their mouth while they sleep. Oral health issues that can occur with mouth breathing include:

• Dry Mouth (Xerostomia): Mouth breathing often leads to reduced saliva production. With reduced saliva, the mouth becomes dry, making it more susceptible to dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease.
• Bad Breath (Halitosis): Dry mouth caused by mouth breathing can result in bad breath. Without sufficient saliva to cleanse the mouth, odor-causing bacteria thrive, leading to foul-smelling breath.
• Tooth Decay: Mouth breathing can increase the risk of tooth decay. When there is a lack of saliva due to mouth breathing, the acidic environment can promote the growth of harmful bacteria and lead to enamel erosion and cavities.
• Gum Disease: A dry mouth can also contribute to gum disease. Without adequate saliva to remove food particles and bacteria, plaque buildup occurs, which can lead to inflammation, bleeding gums, and gum disease.
• Orthodontic Issues: Prolonged mouth breathing, especially in children, can impact the alignment of the teeth and jaw. It may lead to issues like an open bite, overbite, or underbite.
• Sensitive Teeth: Dry mouth and reduced saliva flow can lead to tooth sensitivity, making it uncomfortable to consume hot or cold foods and beverages.

Since mouth breathing can have such a negative impact on oral health, combatting this issue with sleep treatments can benefit dental patients.

SomnoSeal for Dental Patients

SomnoSeal can be the difference maker for patients experiencing oral health issues caused by mouth breathing. SomnoSeal was designed by sleep professionals to curb mouth breathing without the need to wear a chin strap or use mouth tape. This comfortable biocompatible silicone device slips in between the lips and gums, providing a “seal” that reduces mouth breathing. SomnoSeal can be used alone or in conjunction with CPAP therapy or oral appliances used to control sleep apnea or snoring.

SomnoSeal can be a game-changer for those experiencing dental issues due to mouth breathing. We have discounted pricing for dental professionals who want to offer SomnoSeal devices to their patients. To learn more about SomnoSeal and offering this device in your dental office, contact us through our website.