Mandibular Repositioning Device

[Jebbiblitzen]

Hello. This is my first post although I have been on the site for years following different topics.

I have had problems sleeping as long as I can remember & don’t know what it feels like to get a good nights sleep. Over the last couple of years, I have started waking up sharply in the night gasping for air & realised I was likely to have sleep apnoea which was confirmed with a home test. I am not overweight. I’m a runner & walker & I eat well so there is nothing else I can do to help myself with this problem that I know of.

The Consultant feels that insomnia is the main problem rather than sleep apnoea. He does not recommend sleeping pills.

I am due to pick up my mandibular repositioning device on Tuesday for mild sleep apnoea & wonder if anyone has any experience/advice on wearing one. Has it helped? Has your bite changed since wearing it? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.x.

[BonnieSue Dream Team]

Hi! I have worn a splint in my mouth at bedtime for more years than I can count. It keeps me from grinding down my teeth and also repositions my jaw, preventing TMJ pain during my waking hours. It's wonderful for that purpose! I don't like the splint in my mouth, it feels very awkward, so I put it in right at bedtime and try to fall asleep asap. It's the 1st thing I address upon awaking, sometimes I even take it out while asleep, but not too often. Doing that means more pain that following day and jaw clicking and discomfort. I'm just a barrel full of laughs! Wishing you the best!

Hugs, Love, and Blessings...

[Jebbiblitzen in reply to BonnieSue]

Thank you so much for your response. I, too, have been wearing one for years for the same reason but just on my bottom teeth. I always take it out about 3am when I wake up but, like you, I have taken it out in my sleep sometimes & found it in the bed! The new device fits over both bottom & top teeth. Thank you for your good wishes & the same to you too.

[BonnieSue Dream Team in reply to Jebbiblitzen]

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