Snoring can be quite annoying for you and everyone in your home. Although you may be completely unconscious of it, this can mean sleepless nights for roommates, spouses, and even for others who are in an adjacent room. Many people who suffer from chronic snoring have tried everything and just can not seem to find a way to sleep quietly. Luckily, there is an answer!
Anti-snoring mouthpieces are an amazing way to cut down on embarrassing snoring while also improving your sleep patterns. Using one can mean a more restful sleep, allowing you to wake up full of energy that lasts the whole day. The device improves your oxygen flow while you sleep.
However, not all anti-snoring devices are created equal. If you are not careful, you may end up with a product that is uncomfortable and makes sleeping even more difficult! You should research your mouthpiece thoroughly before purchasing to make sure that you are getting the best product for your situation.
Because of the sheer volume of devices available, it can become overwhelming very quickly to try to choose just one. You will see many different features that you may not understand, and each of these factors is important for how the mouthpiece will affect your sleep. Do your research carefully!
One of the choices you will need to make is whether to buy a jaw-holding mouthpiece, or a tongue-holding mouthpiece. These are the broadest categories and most devices will fall into one of these categories. Choosing the right one for you is important.
Jaw-holding mouthpieces stop snoring by holding your jaw in place. This stops the vibration of the organs in the mouth which cause the sound that snoring produces. A jaw-holding mouthpiece will fit like a mouth guard that one would use in sports.
Mouthpieces that hold the jaw in place, while often effective, can sometimes cause discomfort, trigger gag reflexes, or can even become a choking hazard in some situations. These issues in addition to the tight fitting nature of the mouthpiece can make it sleep difficult for some users.
Tongue-holding mouthpieces, on the other hand, are generally considered an improvement over the more traditional jaw-holding design. These are still relatively new and are much harder to find than jaw-holding mouthpieces. Tongue-holding retainers are designed to be more comfortable and less restrictive than jaw holding models, while still preventing you from snoring.
These tongue-holding mouthpieces also help open up your airways more effectively by holding the tongue out of the way. This improved airflow lends itself to improved sleep, which can improve overall health.
An anti-snoring mouthpiece can be very effective and immprove your health as long as you find the right one for you. Purchasing a bad mouthpiece will make it much harder for you to sleep, and the mouthpiece may end up being unusable. Make sure to do your research to find a mouthpiece that’s just right for you.