Oral Sleep Devices for snoring and sleep apnea

About 50% of adults snore. Half of these people have a sleep disorder called sleep apnea which can have very serious health consequences if left untreated. Most recommended treatments involve a mask that fits over the nose and mouth called a CPAP breathing device. Surgery in the back of the throat has also been a treatment for those severe cases of sleep apnea or those not wanting to use a CPAP. Where surgery or CPAP is not an option for the individual, an oral sleep device (OSD), or oral appliance, has been shown to be effective for mild to moderate apnea. Your physician is the best health care provider who can advise you in this decision.

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