If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, then you might be wondering what the best way to remedy this very serious medical situation might be. In fact, there are plenty of reasons why more and more medical professionals are recommending using oral devices that have been manufactured via 3D printing to help allay the risks of sleep apnea in San Ramon.
Below listed are a couple of printed oral devices that are used for sleep apnea:
- Somnomed Herbst Elite
- Prosomnus EVO
- Panthera Appliance
- Somnomed Avant
Perfect Fit
Your new oral device is guaranteed to be a perfect fit due to the fact that a three-dimensional scan is taken of the entire interior of your mouth. This is a much better option for sleep solutions than “off-the-shelf” solutions that are made to be one-size-fits-all and can lead to cumbersome appliances that lead to patients not wearing them as they should.
Comfort is not something that is often discussed in the realm of preventing the risks of sleep apnea. However, it is a very important aspect because if a patient finds the device uncomfortable or irritating to wear, then they are far less likely to see any benefits gained by wearing it. This defeats the entire purpose of the oral appliance. However, you don’t really have to worry about that with a 3D-printed model because they are completely custom-created for each patient.
Strength
The strength of 3D-printed oral devices directly impacts their effectiveness in treating sleep apnea. By using durable materials, precise manufacturing techniques, and patient-specific designs, these devices provide reliable and long-lasting solutions for maintaining airway patency, improving sleep quality, and enhancing patient compliance.
FDA-Approved
The resin that is used for the oral appliance has been cleared by the FDA to be safe and effective for usage in sleep apnea cases. This goes a long way towards alleviating concerns that some patients may have about whether it is safe to use.
Boost
A printed oral appliance has other advantages when compared to other solutions for sleep apnea such as CPAP machines. For one thing, an appliance is meant to be mobile and easy to use. Some people are embarrassed by their use of a CPAP machine so they do not use them all the time as they should, especially if they are traveling. This is the opposite of using an oral appliance, which is far more discreet and can be taken anywhere that you go.
Covered By Insurance
Since these appliances have been approved by the FDA, they are also covered by many insurance providers. This relieves you of the burden of having to pay out of pocket for the costs of one. Of course, you should always check with your insurance company to ensure that your device is covered by them.
If you would like more information about printed oral appliances and how they can benefit you, please contact Spark Sleep Solutions in San Ramon and they can answer any questions that you might have. Your doctor can also advise if it is a good match for you.