Treatment
A mandibular advancement splint (MAS) is a custom-fitted oral device worn during sleep that gently repositions the lower jaw to keep the airway open. It is a clinically proven, comfortable alternative to CPAP for mild to moderate sleep apnoea — and the preferred choice for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP.
Who It Helps
Comparison
Both are effective treatments for sleep apnoea. The best choice depends on your OSA severity, anatomy, lifestyle, and personal preference.
Advantages
Advantages
Common Challenges
Can't tolerate CPAP? We also offer Combination OSA Therapy — CPAP combined with a custom MAS — which reduces required CPAP pressure and dramatically improves comfort. It is the only in-house service of its kind in Canberra.
What to Expect
We review your sleep study results, medical history, and dental health to confirm you are a suitable candidate for a MAS.
Precise impressions of your upper and lower teeth are taken. These are sent to a specialist dental laboratory for custom fabrication.
Your appliance is fitted and adjusted to find the optimal jaw position — far enough forward to open the airway, but comfortable enough to wear all night.
A follow-up sleep study confirms the appliance is effectively controlling your OSA at the titrated position.
Regular reviews to monitor appliance fit, dental health, and treatment effectiveness. Adjustments are made as needed.
FAQ
Book a specialist consultation at our Kingston, Canberra clinic. No referral required.