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Somnodent® MAS Dental Appliance for Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
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SomnoDent® MAS DESIGNED FOR SLEEP.
The comfortable, effective, custom treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
Comfort of SomnoDent® MAS
The SomnoDent® MAS is comfortable and easy to wear. The appliance uses the smallest amount of material possible, reducing bulkiness in the mouth. It is made up of two separate pieces, which allows you to speak, yawn, and drink. Our design does not limit tongue space which results in a high comfort level with the SomnoDent® MAS.
The SomnoDent® MAS
The Somnodent® MAS is a Mandibular Advancement Splint (MAS) that treats mild, moderate and severe OSA by moving the lower jaw slightly forward. This movement tightens the soft tissue and muscles of the upper airway, which prevents obstruction while you sleep. The SomnoDent® MAS also prevents the tissues of the upper airway from vibrating as air passes over them, which is the major cause of snoring.
Effectiveness of SomnoDent® MAS
The SomnoDent® MAS is a highly effective solution, for the majority of patients suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Its exceptional levels of patient acceptance and compliance as well as treatment efficacy are backed by a large body of clinical research which you can find on the website somnodent.com
Durability
The SomnoDent® MAS is made from premium grade materials to insure durability. Each appliance is manufactured in a FDA registered facility under quality systems designed to meet FDA requirements. Your SomnoDent® MAS will pass a quality check to ensure you are receiving a custom appliance made to Dr. Warren M. Krutchick’s specifications.
The SomnoDent® MAS comes with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects. Proper Care and maintenance of your appliance should result in a long life of comfortable and effective use.
Customized SomnoDent® MAS
The SomnoDent® MAS is a custom-made appliance with a number of key features that are significant improvements on other oral appliances. Consisting of upper and lower dental plates with a unique patented fin-coupling component, the SomnoDent® MAS permits normal mouth opening and closing. Our appliance also provides adjustable levels of lower jaw advancement. This improves the comfort and effectiveness of treatment, as the jaw is moved only as far as is required to treat the condition.
DID YOU KNOW?
• 40-80% of stroke victims also suffer from OSA.
• People with OSA are 4 times more likely to have a heart attack.
• Patients with OSA use CPAP for less than five hours per night on average.
• If you have OSA, you are twice as likely to die in your sleep and 7 more times
likely to have a motor vehicle accident.
• OSA Patients are at a 40% greater risk of having depression.
• Individuals with OSA are also more likely to have sexual impotence and develop diabetes.
Please give Dr. Warren M. Krutchick a call at (716) 675-9225 to set up an appointment and inquire about our SomnoDent® MAS sleep appliance.
Sleep apnea remedies don’t have to involve breathing machines or complicated sleep apnea surgery. When it comes to treating sleep apnea, we at Warren M Krutchick DDS believe that behavioral changes can offer snoring relief and reduce sleep apnea symptoms among our New York patients.
“Behavioral therapy” doesn’t mean you sit on Freud’s couch and get psychoanalysis. It’s about making some simple changes in your life to help manage mild or moderate sleep apnea. With a little effort, you may be able to find a snoring cure, quit tossing and turning, and avoid daytime sleepiness.
If you’ve had a sleep apnea diagnosis, here are some of the best tips for sleep apnea treatment and snoring prevention:
• Avoid alcohol. Alcohol, muscle relaxants, opiates and other depressants make breathing more difficult, especially when you sleep. It’s especially important to avoid them in the few hours before you fall asleep.
• Lose weight. The fact is, people who are overweight are more likely to suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. Losing weight doesn’t just trim your midsection; it also can give your airways a little more “breathing room.”
• Sleep in a different position. Evidence suggests that you may be able to find a snoring solution by sleeping on your side or stomach instead of your back, or by sleeping in an inclined position. (Some people use a sleep apnea pillow for this purpose.)
• Quit smoking. Nicotine and cigarettes can make a snoring problem worse.
• Do breathing exercises. They can make your airway stronger, less likely to collapse as you sleep. Singing lessons can also be a snoring remedy. So can learning the didgeridoo!
• Avoid congestion. This means avoiding allergens or anything else that may cause mucus: dust, dander, pollen, and dairy products are common culprits.
If you’d like to learn more about sleep apnea and how a West Seneca dentist can treat it, just call Warren M Krutchick DDS at (716) 675-9225. We’ll make an appointment for you to discuss your concerns with the dentist.
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Oral Appliance therapy for snoring and sleep apnea
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Sleep apnea appliances are another way Warren M Krutchick DDS can help people in West Seneca sleep soundly. Worn while you sleep, oral appliances can hold your mouth and jaw in such a way that makes breathing easier and will stop snoring. A sleep apnea oral appliance fits into your mouth like a mouthguard, nightguard or orthodontic retainer.
Oral appliance therapy is a popular alternative to CPAP treatment. There are many options, and your dentist can help you choose which sleep apnea appliance will be best for your obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
One sleep apnea remedy is the mandibular advancement system (MAS), also known as a mandibular advancement device (MAD). This oral splint is a dental appliance the lower jaw slightly forward, which can effectively treat sleep apnea and also provide snoring prevention.
There are many other types of sleep apnea equipment. Generally, oral appliances for snoring and sleep apnea are made of soft plastic or hard acrylic. Some incorporate wires or rubber bands to provide the right sort of pressure. Almost all of them require a prescription and a professional fitting by your dental sleep medicine dentist or sleep apnea physician. If a dental appliance doesn’t fit properly, it can lead to orthodontic problems and trouble breathing.
If you’re in New York and are ready to start sleeping better, just give Warren M Krutchick DDS a call at (716) 675-9225. We’d be happy to discuss your sleep apnea treatment options.
