There was a time when Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) was widely considered to be the best treatment for sleep apnea. When used as prescribed, CPAP machines were more effective than any of the alternatives. Unfortunately, patients found them to be uncomfortable, loud, bulky, and impractical for travel. Many patients resisted regular use of the machines, and some didn’t use them at all.
Today there are better options. Oral appliances have emerged as the treatment of choice for sleep apnea sufferers. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends oral appliances as a first line treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnea.
Here at Monokian Dentistry we use the TAP 3 oral appliance, a user-friendly alternative to intrusive CPAP machines. Not only is the TAP 3 silent, morecomfortable, and easier to use, but many patients experience improvedresults after makingthe switch.
If you're tired of struggling with CPAP, call us at (856) 983-9620 to find out if an oral appliance is right for you.
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