Oral Appliance Therapy
With so many different oral devices available, selection of a specific one may appear somewhat overwhelming. Don’t use over the counter or online sleep guards as evidence suggest that they do not work. The Best treatment option for you is one that you will wear all night, every night. That’s where we come in. Dr. Farr will provide for you the best device based on your medical history and full dental evaluation.
The Herbst
The Herbst device has been used for many years for orthodontic and TMJ therapy prior to its modification for treatment of sleep disordered breathing. It can be fabricated with an outer hard acrylic, and inner soft material for comfort. It allows for easy adjustability through simple manipulation of the rod/sleeve mechanisms on the sides of the device.
Tap 3/Tap 3 Elite
TAP devices have provided an effective way of treating sleep disordered breathing over the years through a simple hook mechanism. The TAP 3 elite is the newest addition to the TAP family. It features a bar and key the allows for precise and easy adjustment. It can be fabricated with a soft thermacryl liner which provides added comfort and adjustability.
EMA
The Elastic Mandibular Advancement Appliance is a custom appliance that is simple, comfortable and often used in the treatment of snoring and sleep disordered breathing. The primary treatment mechanism is to advance the mandible by changing flexible, elastic straps with varying lengths and firmness.
DORSAL/CLEAR DREAM
Dorsal Appliances have used for years in the treatment of sleep disordered breathing. It functions by the use of wings on the sides of the lower tray that slide against the ramp of the upper tray to provide comfortable advancement. It provides a great degree of freedom for the lower jaw. The Clear Dream is one example of a dorsal style device. It is fabricated with unbreakable Clear 450 material; a product of Keller lab.
NARVAL CC
The Narval CC is a new generation of mandibular repositioning devices. Computer-aided design enables high degree of customization to suite each individual patient. It is slim, lightweight and highly resilient.
Edentoulus Device
Designed for patients with No upper teeth. A great option for those who wear dentures.
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5899 North Belt West
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 222-8887
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