What are oral appliances? Sleep apnea patients can find relief with sleep apnea treatment with oral appliance, an alternative to CPAP machines, which do not suit everyone. An oral appliance is fabricated by your dentist and is called a manidibular advancement splint....
What are oral appliances?
How effective is sleep apnea treatment with oral appliances?
In many cases, all symptoms are relieved simply wearing the device each night during sleep. The appliance will not impede with normal breathing and often corrects many or all of the symptoms associated with sleep apnea, including snoring and obstructive breathing issues.
Are oral appliances comfortable?
Another reason patients may choose oral appliance over CPAP machines would be for convenience while traveling. There are no heavy machines to lug on trips with an oral appliance.
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