NightguardsSanta Clara, CA
Mandible Advance Appliance(MAA) is recommended for patients who has a mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea issue and show their lower jaws moving forward to open up their airway in their sleep(exhibiting much enamel wears in the lower front teeth).
Most patients initially get scared by the bulky appearance of the appliance compared to a thin nightguard ; but after use, they often give testimonials how it is not as uncomfortable as they thought and definitely feel difference in their sleep quality since they go into deeper sleep due to better airway patency. This typically reduce or eliminate snoring which is one of the signs of sleep disordered breathing.
The thin retainer type: ideal for beginner user in NG without apparent sleep disordered breathing yet with signal of clenching or mild grinding
“Silent Nite”- designed to reduce snoring by moving the lower jaw forward with elastics. Ideal for snorers with mild wears on their teeth.
Myobrace: designed to open up airway by putting the tongue forward and both upper and lower jaws in the idea relationship. It can be used as orthodontic device as well if combined with daytime use.
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Well Being Dentistry is located at
3993 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA
95051
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