There are multiple and varied oral appliances available. ​They are all custom fit to your mouth and facial structures and we ensure that the fit is accurate. Every device is thin, like a retainer, and it allow​s​ you to talk, drink, and move your jaw while it is in your mouth. ​Based on your individual needs,​ Dr. Sever will determine the most appropriate​ model​ for you.​

If you snore and/or have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, then you have a few treatment options to choose from.  The CPAP machine is a common treatment option. This is a bedside machine with breathing tubes that blows air into your nose and mouth to keep your airways open. Another popular option is an oral appliance, which is a thin, custom-fit mouthpiece. It fits like a retainer, and it works by supporting your lower jaw in order to keep your airways open while you are sleeping. The last option is surgery, which is generally recommended only as a last option.

For those who have been prescribed a CPAP machine and cannot or do not want to sleep with it, the oral appliance is the perfect alternative option. Here is a comparison of the two devices: