Has anyone had dental problems like "perodontal disease" that has been linked to sleep apnea or any other dental problems as a result of there sleep apnea?  

I am not aware of any evidence which suggests that sleep apnea is directly associated with dental problems.  

Some people do experience dry mouth as a result of using a CPAP, even with humidification (though using a humdifier usually takes care of the dry mouth).  

Dry mouth, regardless of the cause (CPAP, diabetes, reduced saliva flow, etc.) can be a source of some dental conditions.

Hope that helps, Blessings,
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I don't have peridontal disease; but have trained myself to be a nose breather to use the Swift II nasal pillows.

As a result,  I no longer mouth breathe, but have to use an upper retainer because I NOW thrust my tongue against the back of my front teeth and have pushed them out a bit and caused gaps between my front teeth.

My lower front teeth have also been pushed out and have gaps - to the degree that I now have a bit of a lisp, which I did not have before.

I am going to an orthodontist for braces, then a bite guard to keep my newly aligned teeth from being pushed out again!  

What a pain - seems like OSA problems can snowball - constant vigil to make sure things are taken care of...


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From the land of ahhhzzzz...

I havent heard of any connection but many people breathe thru their mouths awake and asleep which often causes dental problems due to lack of saliva


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resmed S6 lightweight, respironics comfort gell mask using CPAP since 1995, no humidifier
during my many years of severe fatigue, no doctor ever asked me if I snored

I have problems with TMJ, if I wear a chinstrap.  If my mask is too tight, it can cause sensitivity in my front teeth.


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At my last dental appointment I asked my hygienist if there was anything I needed to be concerned about dentally as I have been diagnoised with SA since I last saw her.  She asked me what type of mask I use.  When I told her I use a nasal pillow mask she told me that I don't have anything to be worried about.  I asked her why this is and was told that with a nasal/pillow type mask the patient does not mouth breathe; however, with the other types of masks the patient does breathe through the mouth.  Saliva keeps bacteria from growing, since mouth breathers have dry mouth they don't have the benefit of saliva, therefore, they need more frequent cleanings and floride treatments.  She has her SA patients come in every 2-3 months instead of every 6 months.  She also recommends a different toothpaste for them.


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OSA Sleep Test 8/29/07, AHI 64, Sat. 74%
Titrated 10/1/07, Pressure 13
BiPAP Auto M Series w/Humidifier, set at 13/8
OptiLife Mask; Ruby chinstrap


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My dentist has suggested a flouride rinse prior to go to bed....I forget the exact name...I just saw him a short time ago and forgot to pick it up..now I have to call for the name!  Thanks for reminding me.


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