Patient Overview
Patient: Male, 42 years old
Condition: Recurrent nocturnal tongue biting for 3 months
Symptoms: Tongue soreness, disrupted sleep, morning fatigue
Challenge
The patient reported frequent nighttime tongue injuries that led to poor sleep and oral discomfort. Self-management techniques like using over-the-counter mouthguards were ineffective. The patient sought specialized care at Enticare Sleep Center.
Assessment
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Initial Evaluation: Physical examination revealed tooth impressions on the tongue and mild swelling.
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Sleep Study (Polysomnography): Detected moderate sleep bruxism with occasional apneic episodes.
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Stress Level Assessment: Moderate anxiety due to workload stress.
Treatment Plan
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Custom Mouthguard: A professionally fitted dental splint was created to prevent tongue injury.
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Sleep Apnea Therapy: Mild CPAP use was recommended to address airway obstruction.
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Stress Management: Incorporation of relaxation exercises and CBT-based coping strategies.
Results
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Tongue injuries reduced by 95% within 4 weeks.
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Patient reported significant improvement in sleep quality and daytime focus.
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Follow-up confirmed stable results with no recurring biting episodes.
Conclusion
With a combined approach addressing both physical protection and underlying sleep conditions, Enticare successfully helped the patient overcome chronic tongue biting and regain restful sleep.