Elastomeric Metal-free Sleep Anti-snoring Appliance

Studies conducted at the University of

Kentucky Medical Center Sleep Apnea

Laboratory have shown the Elastomeric Sleep

appliance to be effective in the treatment of

snoring and mild to moderate obstructive

sleep apnea. The material used in this appliance

is normally used for tooth movement

procedures because of its elasticity. In the

sleep appliance it is passive and exerts no

tooth-moving forces. The Elastomeric Sleep

appliance is made of soft silicone in a custominjection process to yield the optimum in

retention and patient comfort. This compares

favorably in terms of comfort to other dental

appliances, as well as the CPAP device commonly

prescribed for sleep apnea patients by

physicians. Not recommended for patients

who brux

 

 NAPA Anti-snoring Appliance (with clasp retention or Metal-free)*

The NAPA appliance has been very effective in

reducing objective and subjective sleep apnea and

snoring. In patients who have had overnight

polysomnographic testing before and after the NAPA,

the average reduction in the apnea index was 77%,

with a range from 49% to 100%.

Snoring in nonobstructive sleep apnea individuals

occurs when the tongue is posteriorly displaced, but

not contacting the posterior pharyngeal wall. This narrows the airway which, due to the Venturi

effect, causes the air to move more rapidly resulting in the vibrations of snoring. Most OSA

patients are loud snorers, but not all snorers have OSA. It is important to screen all snorers for

OSA. No OSA patient should be treated by a dentist without the referral of a physician or sleep

disorder center.

*Patented #4,715,368

Material Options: Hard acrylic with clasping (standard). Also can be fabricated with

Variflex™, (clasping optional), or Durasoft Metal Free (no clasping).

 Aveo Metal-free TSD - Tongue Stabilizing Anti-snoring Device

This unique one size fits all device treats chronic

snoring by repositioning the tongue forward instead

of relying on the mandible. Uses gentle suction –

rather than the aveolar ridge or dentition – to stay

in place. Allows patient to swallow comfortably.

Made of an injection-molded medical grade silicone.

No impression needed.

Ideal for these patient types:

• Edentulous • Complicated dentition

• TMJ indicated • Periodontal problems

• Large tongue • Children

 Herbst®  Anti-Snoring Sleep Appliance

There is now a large body of evidence showing

the effectiveness of mandibular repositioning

appliances for mild and moderate obstructive

sleep apnea. To give an appliance the best

chance to be successful, it should be retentive,

comfortable to the patient, and adjustable from

its original position. The Herbst  Sleep

appliance (whether made of hard acrylic, soft

vinyl material, or Variflex heat-softening acrylic)

is more than adequately retentive. Herbst appliances have been used in orthodontics for decades and are well tolerated. The mandibular portion of the appliance can be adjusted forward in 1/4mm increments using telescopic hardware. This allows gradual advancement without the use of shims and allows the clinician a more precise means of positioning the mandible to the therapeutic position. Pre-cut tubing segments of the Herbst hardware can also be used which allows 1mm advancements.

 Pillar Procedure outpatient surgical Snoring treatment

We have teamed up with dr. Michael Macdonald M.D., F.A.C.S, F.R.C.S.C. for Pillar Procedure Outpatient Surgical Snoring Treatment in our office in Downtown San Francisco.
Snoring is not just irritating, it is often an early warning sign of a more serious condition – obstructive sleep apnea or OSA – that, if left untreated, can lead to major health problems including heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke.

Thousands of People are Sleeping Better Thanks to the Pillar Procedure

Of all the treatment options we have for management of snoring and OSA, the Pillar® Procedure has become our preferred procedure, when appropriate, because of its minimally invasive nature, sustained clinical effectiveness, patient and sleep partner satisfaction, and reasonable cost.

Clinical Studies & Patient Satisfaction Support Pillar® Procedure as Best Choice

• FDA approved, safe & effective
• Thousands of people treated to date
• One-time, brief, in-office procedure
• Relatively painless, with no downtime for recovery
• Rapid initial results, with full effect in 3-6 months

Learn more about the issues of snoring, obstructive sleep apnea and their possible treatments, including the Pillar® Procedure commonly performed by us. Also feel free to contact us to schedule a private consultation appointment where you can learn more directly from the doctor.

Although the office procedures we performs to treat snoring are not covered by some health insurers, an obstructive sleep apnea diagnosis is recognized as a primary health issue and covered by most insurers. So don’t delay, find out more today.