Dental Sleep Appliances i. Silent Nite Sleep Appliance:“..Gently shift(s) the lower jaw into a therapeutic position during sleep, increasing the airway space and reducing air velocity and soft tissue vibration. Connectors are attached to transparent, flexible upper and lower splints that form to the teeth.”ii. Tap 3 Appliance:“TAP 3 TL is designed to provide room for the tongue and allow the lips to close. An adjustment key enables the patient to adjust the protrusion of the lower jaw while wearing the device until a comfortable and effective position is achieved.”iii. EMA Appliance:“EMA works by opening the bite and gently advancing the mandible (or jaw) with elastic straps to increase airway space.”iv. CPAPThe Combined use of a CPAP machine with a dental sleep appliance will create optimal results in improving sleep apnea and decreasing the chance of developing heart and brain disease. Be sure to ask your doctor/ primary care physician for a sleep study test to determine the severity of your sleep apnea. Request an Appointment
