September 25, 2015
New Products
New myOSA for Snorers™
The myOSA for Snorers™ range includes two appliances specifically designed for snorers who breathe through their mouth while sleeping. The appliances alleviate snoring by slightly advancing the sleeper’s lower jaw, correcting tongue position and opening the bite, which has the effect of opening the airway. The myOSA For Snorers - S1™ is made from flexible material so it is gentle on the jaw joints and suitable for people with TMJ Disorder. The myOSA for Snorers - S2™ is specifically designed for snorers who are not chronic mouth breathers or who have already undergone treatment with the S1 appliance. The appliance, which includes the same myofunctional characteristics of the S1 but is more comfortable, also slightly advances the sleeper’s lower jaw and opens the bite.
New myOSA for Kids™ and Juniors
Sleep Disordered Breathing in children has been recognised as causing widespread health, developmental and behavioral problems. Additionally, as well as being detrimental to the development of the face, jaws and teeth, if left untreated, paediatric SDB can lead to significant and serious health problems causing poor quality of life later in adulthood. Rather than allow airway dysfunction to persist into adulthood, the myOSA for Juniors™ (ages 2-6) and the myOSA for Kids™ (ages 6-12) corrects SDB by addressing the upper airway compromise and neuromuscular dysfunction, which causes it. These appliances incorporate design features that posture the lower jaw slightly forward, correct tongue position and open the bite, which opens the airway and regulates breathing.
New myOSA for TMJ™
The myOSA for TMJ™ range of myofunctional appliances has been designed with the purpose of assisting with immediate diagnosis and symptom relief right from the first patient consultation. Because TMJ Disorder involves the teeth, facial muscles and jaw joints interacting to produce a wide range of symptoms, the myOSA for TMJ™ range works by decompressing the TMJ and moving the mandible into Class I while treating mouth breathing, incorrect myofunctional habits and bruxing.
New myOSA for Teeth Grinders™
Teeth grinding, or bruxing, is another common symptom associated with Sleep Disordered Breathing and is often caused by mouth breathing then exacerbated by stress or nervous tension. This bruxing can cause damage to the teeth including visible enamel wearing, tooth cracking or excessive tooth mobility. While the entire myOSA® appliance range will offer some protection against the damage caused by bruxing, the myOSA for Teeth Grinders™ is designed specifically for this purpose and provides a protective barrier between the teeth. Intended to wear with use, these appliances can be easily replaced to prevent damage to the dentition.