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Snore-Aid plus is an adjustable mandibular bite plate that advances the mandible and repositions the tongue anteriorly and superiorly. The single plate orthotic utilizes an external lip shield and occlusal coverage to minimize tooth pressures. It has no components that interfere with tongue posture and vertical dimension can be altered at chairside. This appliance is constructed from special thermoplastic resins and vinyl polymers which which make it comfortable,easy to fit and very retentive. The external lip shield is easily titrated and can be quickly re-adjusted. The single plate design enables the appliance to be compatible with the patient's natural articular pattern and condylar path and this renders it a suitable appliance for nocturnal bruxers and TMD sufferers. Description for Web sites (public): Snore-Aid plus is comfortable laboratory constructed oral appliance that is prescribed by the dentist for snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. The appliance works by advancing the mandible and positioning the tongue to open the patient's airway, thus permitting easier breathing and preventing loud snoring. Snore-Aid plus allows the patient to have their natural jaw motions while they sleep so that their jaws do not become sore from wearing the appliance all night, every night. This is particularly helpful in patients who grind their teeth (bruxism). Speaking, yawning, and swallowing are not impaired by Snore-Aid plus. Dentists value how easily the appliance can be fitted and adjusted. This durable appliance rarely needs repair.

FDA Approval: Approved for both Snoring and OSA
Date of FDA Approval: July 22,1999
FDA Registration Number: K991449