Specialty dental care refers to specialised dental treatments that go beyond general dentistry. This includes managing conditions like obstructive sleep apnoea, chronic jaw dysfunction (TMJ), and providing sedation for patients with complex clinical needs or severe anxiety.

Issues such as chronic jaw pain, heavy nighttime grinding, and significant dental phobia often require specialised dental treatments. If you have a medical condition like sleep apnoea or require a complex procedure, a more advanced clinical approach is usually necessary.

Yes, a sleep apnoea dentist can provide Mandibular Advancement Splints (MAS). These are medical-grade, custom-fitted devices that hold the jaw forward to prevent the airway from collapsing, offering a portable alternative to CPAP therapy.

Various factors, including stress-related clenching, physical injury to the joint, or a misaligned bite can cause TMJ discomfort. A TMJ treatment dentist will evaluate your jaw movement and muscle tension to create a plan to alleviate pressure on the joint.

Patients who experience dental anxiety, have a sensitive gag reflex during treatments, or require multiple advanced dental treatments in one session are usually good candidates for sleep dentistry in Melbourne. Our team will review your medical history to ensure the right sedation method is chosen for you.