Somnofit Anti Snoring Device

In a word, yes! 

All of our MADs must be throughly warmed up in a water bath – moulded to one’s bite before usage. Should this procedure not optimally work on the first attempt, it can be repeated (if necessary, several times). Please note that repeated moulding/adjusting can result in discolouration or breakage of the material.

Furthermore, prior to remoulding a MAD, it is important to smooth the old dental impressions in the MAD out, so that you bite into a smoothed surface during the remoulding.

The moulding should not be based on old dental impressions (as this comes with the risk of the MAD fitting even more loosely). As far as the procedure is concerned, you should warm the MAD up as you would for an initial fitting, followed by smoothing the old dental impressions out, let it cool down and, finally, reheat the MAD. If you attempt to complete the “smoothing” and moulding in one go, there is the risk of the material of the MAD rehardening and the dental impression, therefore, not being deep enough (and the MAD, consequently, fitting too loosely).

Yes – primarily in the case of position-related sleep apnoea (i.e., when you temporarily stop breathing while sleeping on your back) – MADs are a good alternative to CPAP therapy. However, our MADs are generally not suitable for those suffering from severe sleep apnoea (more than 30 breathing interruptions per hour, AHI value over 30). Please first clarify with a medical professional if a MAD would be suitable for you.

The MADs somnipax guard and somnipax guard S are especially suited for the therapy of mild- to-average position-related sleep apnoea. somnipax guard, as an all-rounder, is suitable for almost all jaw sizes. somnipax guard S is not only slim-fitting, but also especially suited for small- and average-sized jaws. Discover which MAD is the best option for you via one simple trick:

Cut a square from a thick and clean cardboard box, just large enough in size to fit inside your mouth and to cover your teeth. Insert the cardboard square into your mouth and bite down on it. This should leave behind a clear imprint of your jaw on the cardboard square. Then measure the length and width of your jaw imprint with the aid of a ruler, followed by comparing your measurements with the MAD measurements provided on the respective product page in the section “Technical Data”. The MAD should be at least 1 mm larger in length and width than that of your jaw imprint in order to be a suitable fit for your respective jaw size.

We have had very good experiences with MADs. It is not without reason that they are recognised as a good alternative to CPAP therapy (so-called second-line treatment) for those who do not tolerate CPAP therapy well.

When selecting a suitable MAD – aside from minding the price –, one should pay special attention to the appropriate size and comfort:

With regard to selecting the appropriate size, we recommend the following approach:

Cut a square from a thick and clean cardboard box, just large enough in size to fit inside your mouth and to cover your teeth. Insert the cardboard square into your mouth and bite down on it. This should leave behind a clear imprint of your jaw on the cardboard square. Then measure the length and width of your jaw imprint with the aid of a ruler, followed by comparing your measurements with the MAD measurements provided on the respective product page in the section “Technical Data”. The MAD should be at least 1 mm larger in length and width than that of your jaw imprint in order to be a suitable fit for your respective jaw size.

We do not require dental impressions from you. The majority of our MADs are easily custom-moulded with the help of a warm water bath, in the comfort of your own home. These MADs can be remoulded several times. Through the customisation process, the MADs are fitted exactly to your bite and, thus, provide a precise fit. It may also be possible to carry out the customisation with the assistance of your ENT doctor or dentist, if you are uncomfortable doing this alone.

We generally anticipate a lifespan of 12-18 months. However, this can vary from MAD to MAD (thus, please always consult the relevant information provided on the respective product page). Additionally, the lifespan also strongly depends on the maintenance of, and the strain placed on the MAD: Incorrect maintenance (e.g., cleaning the MAD with toothpaste) can significantly shorten its lifespan. The same applies to bruxism – severe grinding or clenching of the teeth can also shorten the lifespan of the MAD.

Cost
The cost of ready-made MADs ranges approximately between $85 and $289, whereas MADs customised by dentists are comparatively more expensive (ranging from $510 up to $3500).

Material & Comfort
MADs customised by dentists generally require less material, and are thinner than ready-made MADs. Additionally, the material is significantly harder and less flexible. MADs customised by dentists, therefore, tend to fit more firmly as well as more precisely. In order to use them, they literally clip onto the upper or lower jaw. The ready-made boil&bite MADs have a slightly softer surface and are therefore, very comfortable. The majority of MADs customised for patients by dentists use metal adapters to set the tensioning for the mandibular advancement, which some customers may find to be bothersome, as they may press against the inside of the cheek when sleeping on one’s side. Ready-made MADs generally use flat tensioning bands.

How soon can the MAD be used?
Ready-made MADs can be used immediately after the custom-moulded (this applies to both the customisation at home and at a doctor’s or dentist’s practice). MADs customised by dentists are produced in a dental laboratory by using individual bite impressions (taken by dentists). This requires two doctor appointments. The production time depends on the capacity of the dental laboratory.

Switching from a ready-made MAD to a dentist customised MAD (and vice versa)
Often dentists recommend that, in order to determine its overall suitability, one should first test a ready-made MAD. That is, one should first test a ready-made MAD in order to determine if one can sleep while wearing it and if it is effective. Only if this is the case, should one switch to a MAD customised by a dentist. This recommendation is certainly not wrong; however, it is based on technical prerequisites that, meanwhile, have become obsolete. The plastics technology of modern ready-made MADs is well-developed and of such high quality that these MADs are also well suited for sustained use. Furthermore, an increasing number of customers are switching from MADs customised by dentists to ready-made MADs, arguing that, subjectively speaking, they are more comfortable (due to softer material), far more affordable, and are ready for use after an easy customisation procedure un the comfort of their home.

SomnoFit is an all-rounder– that is, this mandibular advancement device (MAD) is suitable for jaws of nearly all shapes and sizes. SomnoFit-S is more suitable for small- to average-sized jaws. It has a very slim and material-saving design. Should you be unsure whether the SomnoFit-S is suitable for your jaw, then we recommend the following approach:

Cut a square from a thick and clean cardboard box, just large enough in size to fit inside your mouth and to cover your teeth. Insert the cardboard square into your mouth and bite down on it. This should leave behind a clear imprint of your jaw on the cardboard square. Then measure the length and width of your jaw imprint with the aid of a ruler, followed by comparing your measurements with the MAD measurements provided on the respective product page in the section “Technical Data”. The MAD should be at least 1 mm larger in length and width than that of your jaw imprint in order to be a suitable fit for your respective jaw size.

MADs may not be suitable for you if you:

– Have a protruding lower jaw or if your overbite is too pronounced.
– Suffer from jaw pain, loose teeth, serious gum disease or temporomandibular joint disorder, or any other jaw-related issues.
– Have chronic asthma or epilepsy.
– Have braces, dentures, dental bridges, dental crowns, or removable dental prostheses, or any issues regarding your upper or lower front teeth.
– Are under 18 years of age.

Should one or more of these options apply to you, please consult your dentist or contact us via E-mail prior to purchasing a MAD. You can reach us at in**@sl***********.au

Is it possible to use a mandibular advancement device (MAD) if one has dental implants?

Yes, in the case of firmly fixed dental implants, the use of a MAD is generally possible.

The following two conditions must, however, be met:
1. 10 healthy teeth in the upper and lower jaw (in total 20 teeth).
2. The distribution of the teeth on the upper and lower jaw is also of importance: One should have 5 healthy teeth on the left and right side of the upper jaw as well as 5 healthy teeth on the right and left side of the lower jaw, respectively.

The following two conditions must be met in order to be able to wear a MAD:
1. One must have 10 healthy teeth on the upper and lower jaw (in total 20 teeth).
2. The distribution of the teeth on the upper and lower jaw is also of importance: One should have 5 healthy teeth on the left and right side of the upper jaw as well as 5 healthy teeth on the right and left side of the lower jaw, respectively.

Should these two conditions be met, firmly anchored dental bridges or partial and full dental crowns should not pose any problems for the wearing of a MAD.

However, one should refrain from using a MAD if one wears removable partial or full dental prostheses.

Those with firmly anchored dental prostheses, can generally use a MAD. However, if in doubt, please consult your dentist regarding this matter.

Yes! Do mandibular advancement devices (MAD) also help to prevent bruxism?

MADs can help with bruxism, by protecting teeth from grinding like a bruxism mouth guard. In severe cases of bruxism, however, one can expect the lifespan of one’s MAD to be shortened significantly.