Sleep Appliances
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What is a Sleep Appliance?
Sleep appliances are custom oral devices designed to maintain an open airway during sleep by gently repositioning the lower jaw and tongue. They are an effective, non-invasive treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea and chronic snoring. Clinical guidelines published in Sleep confirm that oral appliance therapy significantly improves breathing and oxygen saturation in appropriate patients.
These appliances are particularly beneficial for patients intolerant of CPAP therapy. Research in Chest supports their long-term efficacy and patient compliance. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine:
“Oral appliances are an effective alternative for patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea.”
Each device is precision-fitted for comfort and effectiveness. Call today
When To Seek This Treatment
Loud Snoring
Daytime Fatigue
Waking up gasping, choking, or with disrupted breathing.
Difficulty using a CPAP machine due to discomfort or inconvenience.
Goals Of Treatment
Reduce Snoring
Help patients and partners enjoy quiet, restful nights.
Improve Breathing
Keep the airway open to reduce apnea events.
Restore Energy
Support deeper, more restorative sleep for daily vitality.
Provide CPAP Alternative
Offer an effective, portable, and discreet solution.
Real Stories, Real Relief
At TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham, we understand how life-changing it can be to finally find relief from TMJ pain and sleep-related issues. Our patients’ journeys are the true measure of our work, and their stories reflect the care, compassion, and lasting results we strive to provide every day.
Why Choose Us?
Why Traditional Methods Fail
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DiscomfortMasks and hoses can feel restrictive and interrupt sleep
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Low ComplianceMany patients stop using CPAP because it is inconvenient or uncomfortable
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Lifestyle LimitationsCPAP equipment is bulky, noisy, and difficult to travel with
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Incomplete ReliefCPAP manages airflow but doesn’t retrain or support healthy airway function
Our Non Surgical Approach
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Custom FitEach appliance is individually crafted for maximum comfort and effectiveness
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Airway SupportKeeps the airway open throughout the night, reducing apnea events
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Discreet & ComfortableCompact design makes it easy to wear and simple to travel with
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Proven ResultsHelps reduce snoring, improve sleep, and restore energy
Sleep Peacefully Again with a Custom Appliance
You don’t have to live with the discomfort of CPAP or the dangers of untreated sleep apnea. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham, our custom sleep appliances provide a safe, comfortable, and effective way to restore healthy sleep. Schedule your consultation today and start waking up refreshed.
Sleep Apnea and Your Health
Untreated sleep apnea increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and chronic fatigue. By correcting the airway with a sleep appliance, we help patients protect both their health and their quality of life.
Sleep Appliances
![[ON - D] Decompressor Acrylic](https://www.raleightmjandsleep.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/decompresor-acrylic.jpg "[ON - D] Decompressor Acrylic")
[ON - D] Decompressor Acrylic
- Controls parafunctional activity.
- Reduces the forces of clenching and grinding from chronic pain conditions.
- Reduces inflammation (capsulitis).
- Indicated where there is no suspected Apnea.
- Designed Digitally and 3D printed in white biocompatible Nylon allowing for a thinner, more comfortable, more durable appliance.
- Digital fabrication allows for a new appliance to be made if lost.
- Upper and lower elements are disclosed with an anterior pad making crowded and worn teeth no longer a factor.
![[ON - P] Positioner (PMT)](https://www.raleightmjandsleep.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/positioner-pmt.jpg "[ON - P] Positioner (PMT)")
[ON - P] Positioner (PMT)
- Combines the design elements of the Deprogammer with an anterior ring to position the mandible whilst supine.
- Improves airway patency when made in the phonetic position.
- Indicated when there is suspected airway compromise or sleep disordered breathing.
- Design of the ring provides a space for the tongue to go at night.
- Promotes forward movement.
![[ON - P] Positioner Acrylic](https://www.raleightmjandsleep.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ON-P-Positioner-Acrylic_NONasalDilators_HR-Large.jpeg "[ON - P] Positioner Acrylic")
[ON - P] Positioner Acrylic
- Combines the design elements of the Deprogammer with an anterior ring to position the mandible whilst supine.
- Improves airway patency when made in the phonetic position.
- Indicated when there is suspected airway compromise or sleep disordered breathing.
- Design of the ring provides a space for the tongue to go at night.
- Promotes forward movement.
![[ON - P] Positioner Printed](https://www.raleightmjandsleep.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ON-P-Positioner-Printed_NONasalDilators_HR-Large.jpeg "[ON - P] Positioner Printed")
[ON - P] Positioner Printed
- Reduces inflammation (capsulitis).
- Prevent locking in supine position.
- Improve airway & nasal obstruction.
- Reduces clenching and grinding.
- Indicated when there is suspected airway compromise or sleep disordered breathing.
- Design of the ring provides a space for the tongue to go at night.
- Long-term use.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Appliances
Sleep Appliances is one of the specialized services we provide at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Raleigh-Durham. Our focus is on identifying the root causes behind your symptoms and delivering safe, non-surgical solutions that support long-term health and comfort.
and comfortable fit. Patients often find them much easier to use than CPAP masks.
as for reducing or eliminating snoring. They restore healthier sleep and energy levels.
both may be combined for maximum effectiveness.
ready within 2–4 weeks. We then adjust it for optimal comfort and performance.
high blood pressure, and chronic fatigue while improving daily energy and focus.
TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre
Global Expertise
As proud members of TMJ International, we are part of a global team dedicated to advancing collaborative care in TMJ disorders and sleep therapy. Together, we bring innovation, expertise, and compassionate treatment to help patients find lasting relief and a healthier quality of life.
