We Sleep 1/3 of Our Lives
Did you know we spend one-third of our lives asleep? These hours are crucial for our bodies to repair, regulate hormones, and consolidate memories. For optimal sleep, our bodies need oxygen.
A Good Night’s Sleep Is More Than Just Rest
it’s how your body heals, recharges, and keeps you healthy. But if you snore, wake up tired, or breathe through your mouth at night, your airway may be telling you something.

At our clinic, we look beyond teeth and gums—we look at how you breathe and sleep.
Nasal Breathing vs Mouth Breathing

Humans are designed to breathe through their noses. Nasal breathing:
- Filters dust, allergens, and pathogens.
- Maintains healthy oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide levels.
- Increases oxygen intake by up to 20%.
In contrast, mouth breathing bypasses these benefits, increasing infection risk and leading to oral health issues like inflammation, gum disease, and cavities. Chronic mouth breathing can cause facial and dental problems and contribute to sleep apnea.
At Stoma Advanced Dental Care, our goal is to help you achieve better sleep and improved health through comprehensive airway dentistry.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
(OSA)
What is OSA?
OSA is when your airway repeatedly gets blocked while you sleep, causing pauses in breathing and disturbed rest.
How do I know I suffer from it?
If you snore loudly, wake up gasping for air, or feel exhausted even after a full night’s sleep, you might have OSA.

A Quick self-check
Loud snoring?
Gasping or pauses in breathing (partner notices)?
Always tired, even after 7–8 hrs sleep?
Morning headaches or dry mouth?
Trouble focusing or moody?
If you tick 3 or more, it’s time for a sleep check!
How can a dentist help with sleep apnea?
Dentists are qualified to treat obstructive sleep apnea because they possess an in-depth understanding of how the mouth and the surrounding structures work and how teeth and jaw position or alignment affects the airway. They work in conjunction with medical sleep specialists to first properly diagnose sleep apnea and then provide recommendations on how to treat the condition.
Lets Talk About Snoring
Snoring is the “alarm bell” of airway problems. While sometimes just noisy, in many cases it’s your body struggling to get enough oxygen

Top 5 Snore Stoppers
Sleep on your side
Keep a healthy weight
Skip alcohol before bed
Clear blocked nose
Try a custom dental sleep appliance
The Stoma Dental
Approach to Care
Airway-Centered Treatments
non-invasive solutions for sleep apnea and breathing issues by correcting jaw structure, bite alignment, and oral muscle function.
Clear Aligners
Straighten teeth and widen arches to improve airflow.
Oral Appliances
Great for: Snoring, sleep apnea relief.
Myofunctional Therapy
Great for: Mouth breathing, tongue thrust, muscle dysfunction.
Frenuloplasty
Laser treatment for tongue-tie to enhance mobility and breathing.