Sleep Apnea

Sleep Apnea is a respiratory disorder that occurs whilst sleeping and can affect up to 4% of adults.

This sleeping disorder occurs as a result of the obstruction or collapse of the airway due to it narrowing while sleeping which interrupts normal breathing, it can be mild, moderate or severe.

Sleep Apnea prevents patients from having a restful night’s sleep and can cause significant stress for those who suffer from it.

There is increasing scientific evidence concerning how certain procedures carried out by a specialist can help in the treatment of this condition.

There are different mandibular advancement devices that our specialists at the Vilaboa Dental Clinic can recommend for each individual case.