Mouth Guards in Ft Myers, FL

Sleep Apnea Appliance Placement in Fort Myers, FL

The dental office of Deborah S. Ruddell D.D.S., P.A. Inc provides sleep apnea dental device placement for patients in Fort Myers, FL, and the nearby areas. We have over 20 years of experience providing trusted, state-of-the-art dental services to improve the dental health of each of our patients. You can depend on us to provide you with the best treatment and care for your sleep apnea condition. 

Finally, Enjoy a Good Night’s With a Sleep Apnea Appliance

With a sleep apnea appliance, you may finally be able to find the relief you have been searching for from Sleep Apnea. Sleep apnea is a very serious condition that can sometimes be fatal. This medical disorder affects roughly 10% of the American male population that are over the age of 40 as well as 6% of the American female population that are the same age. 

When an individual is affected by sleep apnea, they may completely stop breathing during sleep, in some cases as much as hundreds of times in a single night. They are unable to breathe normally due to the airways becoming obstructed and causing a severe reduction of airflow reaching the lungs. 

In the event that you feel you may be affected by sleep apnea, there are options available to help you. Some of the treatments and devices that the dentist may recommend include: 

• Thornton Adjustable Positioner
• OASYS Appliance
• Klearway TM Appliance
• Herbst Telescopic Appliance
• Mouth Guards

A dental device may make all of the difference in your health. Contact us to learn more about the options and treatments we can provide to treat your sleep apnea condition. Give us a call at (239) 936-8616 today.

Find the Right Dental Device for You

There are a number of dental devices that can be used to alleviate this condition. The goal of most of these devices is to separate the jaws and push them forward slightly. This slight repositioning opens up the airway, and allows oxygen to flow freely again. Wearers of sleep apnea dental devices report that they stop loud snoring, feel more rested in the daytime, and are much more comfortable going to sleep. Sleep apnea appliances work best on patients who are not significantly overweight. They offer a viable alternative to Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP).

TAP® 3 (Thornton Adjustable Positioner)

The TAP® 3 is the smallest, most comfortable member of the TAP family. It is a two-part custom-created sleep apnea appliance that fits over the teeth in much the same way as a sports mouth guard. The TAP® 3 projects the jaw forward to prevent the tongue and soft tissues from impeding the airway. The lower jaw positioner is adjustable, which means that it can be altered to suit the comfort level of the wearer. The TAP® 3 appliance can accommodate the three main types of malocclusion and allows the lips to fully close.

Mouth Guards

Mouth guards, also known as sports guards or athletic mouth protectors, are crucial pieces of equipment for any child participating in potentially-injurious recreational or sporting activities. Fitting snugly over the upper teeth, mouth guards protect the entire oral region from traumatic injury, preserving both the appearance and the health of the smile. In addition, mouth guards are sometimes used to prevent tooth damage in children who grind their teeth at night.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) in particular, advocates for the use of dental mouth guards during any sporting or recreational activity. If you need mouth guards in Ft Myers, FL, schedule an appointment today.