SomnoMed MAS Treatment Appliance

Upon diagnosis by Dr Kakar,  a board-certified sleep medicine specialist conveniently located next door to our office, he may prescribe the SomnoMed MAS appliance.  This is a Mandibular (lower jaw) Advancement Splint (MAS) that treats snoring and mild to moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) by slightly opening the mouth and moving the jaw forward slightly.   This slight opening and forward movement tightens the soft tissue and muscles of the upper airway, which prevents obstruction of the airway while you sleep.  The tightening created by the device also prevents the tissues of the upper airway from vibrating as air passes over them, the most common cause of snoring.

The SomnoMed MAS is a custom-made device made by Preston Road Dental Care, PA, (PRDC) to the specifications determined by Dr Kakar.  It consists of upper and lower dental plates with a unique patented fin-coupling component, which allows normal mouth opening and closing.  The device is adjustable by PRDC which improves the efficacy and comfort level of treatment as the jaw is moved only as far is required to alleviate the condition.  The SomnoMed MAS design has a number of key features that are significant improvements over other existing MAS oral appliances.  These improvements make the device both more comfortable and effective. 

The SomnoMed MAS is a highly effective and conservative solution for the majority of patients to the problem of loud snoring and mild to moderate OSA.  Its exceptional levels of patient acceptance, compliance, and treatment efficacy are due to the features of the appliance.  It permits normal mouth opening, speech, drinking, and full lip seal.  The appliance is safe, custom-fitted, and readily adjustable by the dentists of PRDC.  The SomnoMed is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and most people find that it only takes one or two nights to get used to wearing it.

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