Oral Appliance Therapy
How the Device Works
Oral appliance therapy is a non-invasive and effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring. This custom-fit device, similar to a mouthguard, is worn during sleep to help maintain an open and unobstructed airway. By gently repositioning the lower jaw, the appliance prevents the airway from collapsing, allowing for normal breathing throughout the night.
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How This Can Help with Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious condition where the airway becomes repeatedly blocked during sleep, reducing or completely stopping airflow. Oral appliance therapy offers a comfortable and convenient solution for many patients. Here’s how it can help:
- Improved Sleep Quality: By keeping the airway open, the device helps reduce the number of apnea events, allowing for a more restful sleep.
- Increased Energy Levels: With better sleep, patients often experience higher energy levels and improved overall well-being.
- Enhanced Health: Treating sleep apnea can lower the risk of associated health issues such as hypertension, heart disease, and stroke.
- Better CPAP Experience: For patients who use CPAP, oral appliance therapy can be used alongside it to enhance comfort and effectiveness, reducing the pressure required and improving overall compliance.
How This Can Help with Snoring
Snoring occurs when the flow of air through the mouth and nose is partially obstructed, causing the surrounding tissues to vibrate. Oral appliance therapy can significantly reduce or eliminate snoring by:
- Stabilizing the Jaw: The device repositions the lower jaw to prevent the tongue and soft tissues from collapsing into the airway.
- Enhancing Airflow: By maintaining an open airway, oral appliance therapy promotes smoother and quieter breathing.
- Improving Relationships: Reduced snoring can lead to better sleep for both you and your partner, fostering a more harmonious home environment.
FlexTAP with Vertex Technology
The flexTAP® with Vertex Technology® is a top-of-the-line custom oral appliance designed to help with snoring and sleep apnea. It’s made without any metal parts, making it lightweight and comfortable to wear.
Key Benefits:
- Custom Comfort: The appliance features a new, thinner blue ThermAcryl® liner that’s more durable and easy to adjust at home using warm water.
- Innovative Design: The unique Vertex Technology® ensures a better fit and more effective treatment by improving the angle of the appliance.
- Enhanced Breathing: It includes a special flexTAP Mouth Shield that helps you breathe more comfortably through your nose, improving your overall sleep experience.
With its comfortable fit and advanced features, the flexTAP® offers a great solution for a better night’s sleep.
EMA Serena Nylon
The EMA Serena Nylon is designed to offer you a durable and comfortable solution for managing sleep apnea. Made from biocompatible, medical-grade nylon, this appliance is both tough and gentle on your mouth. Its efficient manufacturing process ensures you get a high-quality product at a great value.
Key Features:
- Comfortable Fit: The patented, custom design provides a snug fit for improved comfort and effectiveness
- Low Profile: The minimal profile and anatomically correct occlusal pad help maximize the space in your mouth, making it easier to use and more comfortable to wear.
With its combination of durability and thoughtful design, the EMA Serena Nylon helps you get better sleep while ensuring a comfortable experience.
ProSomnus EVO SELECT Sleep and Snore Device
The PROSOMNUS® EVO® SELECT is designed to provide you with a comfortable and effective solution for better sleep. This advanced, compact device is easy to use and a preferred choice for 95% of providers. It’s 17% smaller than the original EVO and 70% smaller than many other devices, with a lower profile design that enhances comfort. With its user-friendly features and streamlined design, the PROSOMNUS® EVO® SELECT helps you manage sleep apnea effectively while ensuring a more restful night’s sleep.
Thornton Adjustable Positioner (TAP)
The Thornton Adjustable Positioner (TAP) is designed to help you breathe easier and sleep better by gently moving your jaw forward during sleep. This device has three parts: an upper dental tray, a lower dental tray, and a connector piece that keeps them in the optimal position. Inspired by the optimal throat positioning used in CPR, the TAP device ensures your airway stays open, allowing air to flow freely. You can easily adjust the appliance yourself for the best fit, ensuring both comfort and effectiveness throughout the night.
EMA (Elastic Mandibular Advancement)
The EMA (Elastic Mandibular Advancement) oral appliance is designed for comfort and customization, making it a great choice for treating obstructive sleep apnea. This device keeps your mouth and throat open while you sleep, ensuring you can breathe easily, even if you’re congested. The adjustable elastic tension straps come in various sizes and shapes, allowing you to personalize the fit for maximum comfort and effectiveness. With the EMA, you can enjoy a better night’s sleep and improved breathing.
OASYS Herbst
The OASYS Herbst oral appliance is designed to make breathing easier while you sleep. It combines a comfortable mouthpiece that keeps your throat open with gentle nasal dilators that ensure your nasal passages stay clear. This means you can breathe naturally through your mouth or nose all night long. By improving airflow and addressing both oral and nasal airways, the OASYS Herbst helps you get a restful night’s sleep and reduces the symptoms of sleep apnea.
SomnoDent The SUAD
The SUAD device by SomnoDent is a versatile and innovative solution for managing sleep apnea. This custom-fitted appliance works by gently shifting your jaw forward, effectively keeping your airway open and reducing sleep disruptions. One of the standout features of the SUAD is its unique design offers additional tongue space, making it particularly beneficial for those with a sensitive gag reflex. This added space not only enhances comfort but also contributes to a more natural sleeping experience. With its combination of adjustability, comfort, and effectiveness, the SUAD device is an excellent choice for anyone looking to improve their sleep quality and overall health.
SomnoDent Herbst Advance
The Herbst Advance® is a Medicare-approved appliance designed for the treatment of mild to moderate sleep apnea. Custom-fitted allowing for some jaw movement, making it particularly beneficial for those who grind their teeth (brux). A visual indicator on the side helps manage adjustments and maintain the proper setting as recommended by sleep specialists.
As SomnoMed®’s most popular appliance in the US, the Herbst Advance® is known for its durability and effectiveness. It can be ordered with or without a b-flex Comfort Liner® for enhanced comfort. The appliance features several patented designs that add strength, ensuring it lasts longer.
SomnoDent Sleep Appliances
SomnoDent® sleep appliances are custom-made to fit your unique dental structure, ensuring maximum comfort and effectiveness. These devices gently move your jaw forward to keep your airway open, significantly reducing sleep disruptions. Crafted from top-tier materials, they can be easily adjusted, allowing for speech and drinking during use. An impressive 91% of users have noted substantial improvements in their sleep quality thanks to SomnoDent®.
Among these, the SomnoDent Avant® stands out as our most comfortable appliance ever. The upper and lower splints are computer-designed and robot-manufactured from a single piece of dental acrylic, making them stronger and longer-lasting. Enhanced with the b-flex Comfort Liner®, the Avant® offers exceptional comfort and stays securely in place while you sleep. Its innovative design gently closes your mouth, encouraging nasal breathing, which helps eliminate snoring and prevents dry mouth—common complaints with other