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Anti-Snoring Appliances

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Custom-made oral appliances are now recognized by medical experts as one of the two proven treatments for snoring and sleep apnea. Patient comfort and compliance are crucial factors in achieving successful outcomes with oral appliance therapy. It is essential for dentists to use appliances that are durable, well-fitting, compact, and have minimal side effects.

Dorsal
The Dorsal device is a highly effective treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. This innovative appliance consists of two pieces: an upper splint and a lower splint. The lower splint is equipped with two adjustment screws that interact with the fin-shaped acrylic arms of the upper splint.

This unique design allows patients to gradually advance their mandible in small increments using an appliance key to activate the screws. This precise adjustment mechanism ensures optimal comfort and effectiveness in treating snoring and sleep apnea.

MDSA
Our top recommendation is the MDSA® – the Medical and Dental Sleep Appliance. This innovative device was developed in collaboration with Australia’s leading dentists, sleep physicians, and dental technicians. It has undergone extensive scientific testing and evaluations over the past decade, consistently delivering positive results.

The MDSA® is custom-made for each patient using their own dental impression and constructed from dual laminate hard/soft splinting material. It is easily adjustable by the patient and allows for unrestricted lateral mandibular movements. The appliance is designed to be comfortable, durable, and lightweight, capable of withstanding the forces of bruxism.

For further advice on sleep apnea treatment, please contact our office.