Stop snoring (apnea) – Relaxed nights for two
Therapy with a mandibular advancement splint › takes effect from the first night.
The probability of eliminating snoring is 98%. Based on our many years of experience, we estimate a 95% likelihood of reducing obstructive breathing pauses by at least half.
An innovative technique—scanning with an intraoral scanner—now allows certain splints to be produced entirely digitally. This eliminates the need for uncomfortable impressions, as the contactless scan is highly precise. As a result, an excellent fit of the manufactured products is achieved.
Through more than 15 years of close collaboration with Dr. Hartmut Grüger—Chief Physician and Head of what is now Germany’s largest sleep clinic, the Düsseldorf GrandArc Sleep Medicine Clinic—we regularly present our concept at informational events.
When do I need a sleep splint / anti-snoring splint?
The most common cause of apnea lies in the throat area. When the throat muscles and tongue relax during sleep, they can block the upper airway. As air passes through, it causes the tissue to vibrate, resulting in snoring sounds.
A sleep splint (mandibular advancement device, or MAD) positions the lower jaw forward so that the muscles remain stretched and cannot collapse downward. This keeps the tissues firm and prevents snoring. You can wake up feeling rested and refreshed.
What exactly is a mandibular advancement device?
On average, 40% of the population suffers from snoring and sleep apnea. This issue increases with age—among those over 60, 6 out of 10 men and 4 out of 10 women are affected. Sleep apnea is medically concerning, as these often unnoticed pauses in breathing lead to a lack of oxygen in the body. In response, adrenaline is released as an alarm signal. This can trigger conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels which, if left untreated, may significantly shorten life expectancy.
It is therefore important to restore an unobstructed airflow during the night.
There are different therapeutic approaches, including treatment with an oxygen mask or with the mandibular advancement device presented here.
Mask therapy or treatment with a mandibular advancement device?
Mask Therapy
Mask therapy overcomes the narrowing in the throat by increasing air pressure. Air is delivered through a tube via a face mask that is secured over the face. This form of therapy is intended for severe cases of obstructive sleep apnea, where breathing pauses occur more than once every two minutes.
In cases of severe sleep apnea where mask therapy is not tolerated, a mandibular advancement device is also recommended. This type of dental splint is discreet, easy to transport, and allows you to move freely and sleep in any position during the night.
Mandibular advancement device
A mandibular advancement device, on the other hand, enables an unobstructed, natural airflow by positioning the lower jaw and tongue forward—similar to orthodontic appliances. This mechanism effectively counteracts the underlying issue, namely the narrowing of the airway in the throat.
The device is always made in two parts (for the upper and lower jaw), custom-fitted, and adjustable. This means the degree of forward positioning of the lower jaw can be fine-tuned afterward to suit your individual needs.
Mandibular advancement devices are suitable for treating snoring as well as mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (fewer than 30 breathing interruptions per hour).
The advantages at a glance
- You and your partner can sleep undisturbed at night again
- You can sleep through the night without interruptions
- Daytime fatigue, exhaustion, and other health issues improve significantly or may disappear completely
- The splint is comfortable and discreet to wear, without the need for a disruptive face mask; you can move freely during sleep
- The device is compact, portable, and barely noticeable when worn; it can easily be taken with you when traveling
- Easy to use and simple to clean
Snoring with pauses in breathing (apnea) – treatment procedure
Initial consultation
The treatment begins with a consultation lasting approximately 30 minutes. Ideally, you will have already spent a night in a sleep lab and should bring a medical report with your personal sleep data and, if available, current dental X-rays. Dr. von Gienanth will take the time to address your individual concerns and wishes, discuss your sleep data with you, and provide comprehensive advice on the various options for a sleep apnea appliance. You will be informed about sleep disorders and their treatment possibilities. Of course, we can also determine your sleep data on an outpatient basis at the Dental Center.
Diagnostics and treatment planning
For your planned treatment, we can provide you with a non-binding treatment and cost plan outlining the entire treatment program. Please submit this plan to your health insurance company.
Scan (digital print)
If you have opted for treatment with a sleep apnea appliance, your next appointment will be at the Dental Center to take an impression of your jaw using an intraoral scanner. The scan is performed without touching your teeth and provides a precise image of your upper and lower jaw. This appointment lasts approximately 30-45 minutes. Your data will be sent immediately and confidentially to the respective manufacturers of the sleep apnea appliance. They will require approximately 14-21 days to manufacture your appliance.
Insertion of the sleep splint
At your next appointment, your sleep apnea splint will be fitted, slightly adjusted if necessary, and your splint will be ready for immediate use and effective.
Aftercare
A follow-up appointment will be scheduled approximately 14 days after you receive your splint. At this appointment, adjustments may be made, and you will have the opportunity to discuss your new sleep patterns. A further appointment in a sleep lab or as an outpatient at the Dental Center MIT Splint may be necessary to objectively determine its ideal setting.
Yearly Check-up
Annual check-ups at the Dental Center are important and recommended to ensure the continued perfect function of your sleep splint.
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