People who are still dealing with OSA or Obstructive Sleep Apnea could benefit from mouth inserts, according to a study. OSA is a sleep issue whereby the breathing of an individual is interrupted during brief intervals.

Ideally, a CPAP machine would be recommended by specialists to somehow remedy such a sleep problem, a bit irritating considering you may have to wear a mask when you are sleeping. However, a trip to the dentist may offer another solution in the form of mouth pieces, oral pieces that open up the jaw to provide a bigger airway for people.

With over 40 available oral appliances, it may take more than one try to get the proper one to fit an individual. Temporary devices used on a trial basis can cost $150. Durable devices that last for years can cost $900 to around $1,600.

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Can you really control what you dream? Apparently there have been some devices to do so but the problem is their bulkiness. However now we find this mask called Renee, a mask that reportedly obeys your desired when it comes to how long you would want to sleep.

The mask comes with a series of red lights which create weird anomalies in your dreams. Also, if you are able to condition yourself to recognize when it happens, you may just get some lucid dreams in the process.

The Remee Mask seems to be however in the concept stages. Apparently the company is still looking for funding from Kickstarter.

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Here is another geeky way of making sure you have the right stuff to turn to for a better looking you. We did see that device which was meant to help you get rid of the unwanted eye bags and now another device called the Kogao! Smile Lines Face Belt should promise to address wrinkles and lines on your face.

The Kogao! Smile Lines Face Belt can be worn when you sleep. This is an anti-aging and anti-wrinkle beauty mask which is made up of a nylon face strap which tightens your cheeks and facial contours when worn.

Made of a double layer of nylon and polychloroprene, the makers claim that it works by trapping heat which will reduce all those annoying laugh lines. If you want this face belt, you can get one for about $56.

A word of caution though. This face belt is not advisable for use by people who have sensitive skin.

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Although the AIRE Mask Concept was made to charge iPhones in a different manner, it may be a good thing to use as well when it comes to being productive when you are asleep. This is of course with the assumption that you have normal breathing patterns when in deep slumber, an area to which some people may have problems on.

Regardless, the device makes use of small wind turbines to convert a person’s breath to electricity. Of course it looks like the mask can be used as well when you are awake but for some, it may not follow especially if you are easily irritated. Whatever the case may be, the concept seems like a dandy idea, an alternative for people seeking wise charging options for their device/s.

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It is a fact that a large chunk of the population on earth today suffer from sleep disorders but today we focus on an Asian country in Singapore. Apparently all the attention right now is on World Sleep Day and for their part, about 15% of Singaporeans are reportedly affected by sleep disorders.

Sleep disorders caused by the same factors like large tongues or extra tissues which collapse and block the airways of a person have been just some of the identified things associated with the said sleep disorder.

About 25 patients suffering from moderate to severe OSA are diagnosed each month at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. Experts recommend that patients use Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, a machine that gently blows air into one’s throat with the help of a mask.

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It seems to be a mask and a pillow rolled into one but the Wrap-a-Nap (WAN) pillow does serve its purpose. This is a makeshift long-pillow that hugs your head with gentle pressure, giving you the relief of complete darkness, soft muffled noise and 360 degrees of pillow protection.

This odd-looking pillow should be great for taking good naps and is made of plush minky fleece and squishy polyfill. A Velcro fastener helps keep it all together, allowing variation in fit and pressure.

The WAN costs $14.99 and should be an ideal sleep partner, especially for the ones who need better and more sleep.

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Here is a potential solution for people suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Especially made for people who have problems originating from the bridge of the nose, the Sleep Comfort Care pad acts as a cushion between the patient’s face and mask and is simply placed across the bridge of the nose under the mask.

The protective polymer gel pad is composed of USP grade mineral oil, is hypoallergenic, latex and silicone free. It is reusable, does not require any adhesives and can be cleaned with soap and water. The material and design have been thoroughly tested and proven to provide the patient with a comfortable leak free seal.

(Source) Shift Work Insider

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For the people continuously suffering from sleep apnea, Philips Respironics has unveiled a new sleep therapy system that should address people who are having breathing difficulties at night. The new Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machine offers a new bi-level airway pressure technology which delivers a gentle flow of pressurized air through a mask and into the user, keeping their airway open and improving quality of rest.

With the growing number of people suffering from sleep apnea, this new system should be a welcome addition. OSA is a common condition that affects more men than women, with about 3.5 per cent of men and 1.5 per cent of women suffering from it in the UK.

(Source) Silent Night

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Beauty products are known to provide nourishment and care for your skin. But now it seems that some beauty products have a bearing when it comes to making anyone fall asleep. While I try hard to determine why, I can point out to their soothing relaxation as perhaps the culprit since we all know how relaxing it can get with the proper application and use of some beauty products in the market today.

And there seems to be some collaboration on what these beauty products are targeting. Skin repair is thought of as one and of course the aroma which can really cast a spell and make you sleep in a snap. Among the beauty products which can contribute to good sleep include the following:

• The Night Treatment
• Bath Oil
• Tea
• Essence
• Body Treatment
• Mask

(Source) Telegraph

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