Steven R. Pohlhaus, DDS
Minimally Invasive Laser Dentistry
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Dental devices have been proven to be a comfortable and effective alternative to CPAP machines for the treatment of sleep apnea. Current recommendations by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine are that oral appliances are indicated for treatment of .....
We provide the TAP 3 (Thornton Adjustable Appliance 3) in our office. It represents the latest in design, comfort, and effectiveness for the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea. Consultations are free for this service. Fabrication is easy as it takes two short appointments. A simple upper and lower impression and some bite records are all that is needed. History is reviewed and it is advised that each patient bring a copy of their sleep study and any medical referrals they might have for our records. Call our office to set up your free consultation @ 410-789-4999 From the TAP Website........ A Unique Approach Snoring and sleep apnea are conditions inflicted during sleep. During the night, the normal tongue and jaw positions allow air to pass through the throat effortlessly. The tongue is forward, the jaw is closed and the airway is open.
When a person suffers from sleep apnea, his/her airway is blocked periodically through the night depending on the severity of the sleep apnea. The mouth is open, the tongue and soft tissue relaxes and collapses into the throat. This causes the person to snore and possibly have sleep apnea episodes.
The TAP® is based on the same principle as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The airway must be open to allow air to pass through the throat. A constricted or collapsed airway causes snoring or sleep apnea. The TAP® holds the lower jaw in a forward position so that it does not fall open during the night and causes the airway to collapse. The TAP® maintains a clear airway to reduce snoring and improve breathing.
For more information visit the TAP Website.
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