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ORAL APPLIANCE THERAPY
ORAL APPLIANCES
While CPAP/BiPAP machines are the gold standard in treating sleep apnea, they can be very difficult to acclimate to. Oral appliances are a proven effective and alternative method to treat mild and moderate sleep apnea. These devices address airway collapse by keeping the lower jaw forward and the tongue out of the airway space during sleeping. They are quiet, easy to travel with and require no electricity.
WHY CHOOSE AN ORAL APPLIANCE?
- Custom Fit, small comfortable, convenient and easy to travel with
- Does not disrupt your sleep
- Keeps your airway open so you can breathe easily all night
- Helps minimize the health risks of sleep apnea
- Helps you achieve a better nights rest
- Offers an alternative to CPAP therapy
- Wont leave your mouth and throat feeling dry from continuous air pressure
DIFFERENT APPLIANCE OPTIONS:
1. Dyanflex Dorsal Appliance
a. Soft flexible liner
b. Snap in fit
c. Allows maximum comfort
The Dynaflex Dorsal Appliance has evolved into one of the most popular choices for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. The two piece construction allows for patient comfort and lateral jaw movement. The appliance is fabricated with adjustable screws in the maxillary appliance to allow for further mandibular advancement. This appliance can be made in a variety of materials including acrylic, dual laminate or thermal splint material.
2. Prosomnus
a. Flexible material
b. Allows more tongue space with 2.5x less volume than other
appliances
c. Shatterproof
The Prosomnus Evo is a BPA free, biocompatible, and hygienic oral appliance that is rapidly becoming the most popular treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. It is the first device to incorporate advanced materials, manufactured robotics and artificial intelligence.
3. Prosomnus PH-Medicare approved Herbst style device
a. Dual arm advancement
b. FDA approved/medicare verified
c. Designed to provide a better experience for all patients
The prosomnus PH provides greater comfort, durability, smaller overall volume, ease of use and efficiency compared to other herbst style devices.
4. AM aligners
With any oral device an AM aligner is recommended. An AM aligner is a small piece of wax that has imprints of all upper and lower teeth in a normal bite position. Performing daily stretches and using the AM aligner helps to combat the side effects of oral device therapy including jaw soreness and bite changes.
