Yes. Studies indicate that OSA is most severe during the early morning hours. It is , therefore, very important for you to use the appliance at all times during sleep. During the first few weeks while you are adjusting to the appliance, it may be necessary to start with shorter periods and gradually increase the length of time until you can comfortably wear the appliance all night. Many patients are able to wear the oral appliance on the first night and experience no discomfort.

Absolutely. This is another great feature of the DivaCup. Since it doesn't absorb fluids, it doesn't put you at risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome, which is the main reason why you can't leave tampons in overnight.

This is not recommended. The products provide a lot of compression to counter the affects of gravity. This is not necessary when lying down.

The adhesiveness and durability of systems vary. Anywhere from three to seven days is to be expected or whatever makes you and your skin comfortable. Specialists say that changing an appliance unnecessarily frequently, or wearing one too long, may be damaging to the skin. After a few months most people learn how long a single appliance will last.

Yes, but only after you break it in thoroughly and practice sleeping, otherwise it may permanently twist and torque so that you cannot straighten it up even when you wear it during the day. It will have to be a bit looser at night for most folks and it may take you several tries before you can sleep all night long while corseted.

When you use your appliance is determined by each individual's circumstances. You will need to follow instructions given by your practitioner or physician.

The key to TRAINER success is the child's compliance. This should be established at the first consultation visit with the parent being told the importance of correcting bad myofunctional habits. This is not an alternative form of orthodontics. It is a treatment for the soft tissue causes of malocclusion and poor facial growth. Therefore, the treatment is necessary for correct facial growth and stability of future orthodontic treatment.

Yes, eventually the TheraSnore will wear out. The TheraSnore generally lasts 18 to 24 months. However, if the patient is a bruxer the lifespan of the TheraSnore may be reduced. Should the patient be a heavy bruxer, we recommend the original TheraSnore.

Not so very long ago, orthodontic patients wore braces. Just braces. Now patients wear a variety of appliances with familiar names such as headgear and retainers. Others names not so familiar include Maras Herbsts and bionators. The list is endless, but the appliances have one singular goal: to provide you with straight, healthy teeth. The appliances we use are customized, highly technical devices that allow us to achieve the very best results in the most efficient manner.

Yes. With little exception, a splint can be made to fit over your upper or lower denture. An impression is made of your denture, and the splint is fabricated just the same as if the impression was made of your natural teeth. back to top

The answer to all the above is "yes" - with Freestyle Cruising, you're pretty much welcome to wear whatever, whenever. Our philosophy is "resort casual" and with the widest range of dining venues, tons of entertainment options and bars & lounges, you'll find there are places for your style all over our ships, day and night. Daytime, it's basically all fine since we know you're probably headed to the pool or out for a fun Shore Excursion.

No. Twenty-four hour use of a hearing aid could cause medical problems in the ear canal or could be uncomfortable for sleeping. If you feel you must wear amplification while sleeping, either give you ear(s) a break from hearing aid use for a few hours during the time you are awake or alternate the aided ear every other night.

If designed correctly, nighttime appliances help keep teeth from moving, protect ceramic restorations, and protect teeth from wear damage caused by grinding or clenching. A night guard is a plastic mouth guard worn at night to prevent tooth grinding. A bite plate is a removable plastic device, which prevents teeth from coming together. In some cases, such as with an overbite, it may eventually improve the bite.

There is often no single cause of TMD and no two patients are alike. Our goal is to wean patients off daytime appliances rather than having to wear them indefinitely. However, any decision to reduce or eliminate the use of a daytime appliance can only be made after 6-months of active treatment has been completed. We generally suggest that patients wear their nighttime appliance “forever,” as a precautionary measure to prevent symptoms from reoccurring.

Oral appliances are not a permanent cure for snoring and OSA but if worn during sleep will usually prevent either or both from occurring. Regardless of how long it is worn, the symptoms of OSA and/or snoring will return when the appliance is discontinued.

It is recommended that the necklace is only worn under close supervision, so it is better to take the necklace off at night for peace of mind, comfort and safety to your baby.

Just during the day should be fine. Some women prefer to sleep with a crop top on for the first few weeks as they find it a bit more comfortable.

We find that most people can keep one in place all night with no problems, however a few find they can only wear it for part of the night. If this is the case for you, try reheating and remoulding the Sleep Pro 1 for a better fit. Alternatively, try upgrading to a Sleep Pro 2. These are made using a dental impression kit that provides a near perfect fit to your teeth and substantially reduces the likelihood of it dropping out of your mouth while you are asleep. They're also more comfortable.

Yes, but it is not advisable to do this for the first few days, until you are sure how the device works.

Yes, it will be most effective when worn consistently every time you go to sleep. However, once you've reduced your grinding you may choose to use GrindAlert less frequently.

Well, maybe after it's fully healed you could try it, but we wouldn't advise it. It might irritate the piercing or just close up all together. If you don't want to lose the piercing entirely, you should wear the jewelry all the time.

Please call the office immediately so that we can get you in for an impression for a new retainer (there will be a fee for replacement). It is very important to retain the new position of your teeth following orthodontic treatment. If you wait too long before you call, unwanted shifting may occur.