EMA®

EMA® is a simple, patient-friendly oral appliance for noninvasive treatment of snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Sleep Apnea is the temporary cessation of breathing during sleep. Sleep Apnea sufferers will often snore or awake gasping for breath. Apnea-related disturbances occur repeatedly, resulting in restless sleep and daytime drowsiness. The disease can cause serious health issues including increased blood pressure and the restriction of oxygen to the brain and blood stream. EMA is relatively less expensive than other oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea.

How it Works:

The primary treatment mechanism of opening the bite and gently moving the mandible forward is achieved using interchangeable elastic straps that offer varying degrees of mandibular advancement. By holding the mandible forward, the EMA maintains a clear airway to reduce snoring and improve breathing.

Advantages

• Simple: Unobtrusive solution for OSA treatment
• Effective: FDA Approved
• Comfortable: Elastic Straps provide unsurpassed lateral movement
• Affordable: Lower cost than many other Oral Appliance Therapies

Indications

• Snoring
• Obstructive Sleep Apnea
• Patient is 18 or older

Contraindication

• Severe bruxing

What to Send

• Full upper and lower VPS impressions (we recommend Position™ Penta™ from 3M)
• Centric bite registration with 8-10mm anterior opening

Click here for the EMA Prescription Form.

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