Treating Sleep Apnea

Oral Appliances

Say goodbye to bulky CPAP machines and embrace the convenience of custom-made oral appliances. Let Dr. Rhea at Siouxland Sleep Solutions guide you to a better night’s sleep with our easy-to-use oral appliance therapy.

What are the advantages of oral appliance therapy?

Many sleep apnea patients prefer oral appliance therapy over other treatments because it offers several advantages. Unlike a CPAP machine, it operates silently, ensuring no noise disturbance for the wearer or their bed partner. It is also simpler to use and maintain, making it more affordable. Additionally, the compact design makes it easy to travel with, fitting conveniently into any bag, purse, or pocket. Modern appliances are custom-designed for each patient to maximize both comfort and effectiveness.

Can you benefit from an oral appliance?

Oral appliance therapy is typically recommended for sleep apnea patients who meet certain criteria. These include those who don’t like their CPAP machine, use a CPAP machine but aren’t getting the desired results, or want to avoid sleep apnea surgery. It is also suitable for patients who have undergone sleep apnea surgery but still struggle with sleep, as well as those seeking an affordable and easy way to manage their condition.

How can you get your own oral appliance?

While many sleep apnea appliances are available on the market, the most effective way to find one that truly works is by consulting with Dr. Rhea at Siouxland Sleep Solutions. She has received advanced training to provide appliances that adjust the jaw’s position during sleep, helping patients stop snoring and manage sleep apnea. Proper diagnosis of sleep apnea is required before this type of appliance can be provided.

Some oral appliances we can provide

Prosomnus has been a trusted leader in sleep oral appliances for years, known for their commitment to innovation in materials and features that give doctors maximum control in patient treatment. These small, easy-to-use appliances can be customized to fit any bite and dentition, ensuring comfort while keeping the airway open.

SomnoMed appliances are made of a strong but flexible plastic material that helps them last while not being too hard on the soft tissues of the mouth. This, in addition to their size, makes patient compliance much better and ensures they will be able to rely on their appliance for a long time. Over the years, we’ve seen countless patients stop snoring and drastically reduce their sleep apnea symptoms with SomnoMed appliances.

Panthera is widely considered to be the smallest and most comfortable appliance on the market today. Despite being extremely thin and light, it is still quite durable and able to provide the necessary shift in jaw position to deliver the treatment a patient needs. Even for patients who have had trouble finding an oral appliance they liked in the past, many finally feel at home with a Panthera.