EMA First Step

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) afflicts over 40 million Americans while an additional 80 million or more Americans snore. With roughly half of CPAP patients finding their mask too uncomfortable to use, Oral Appliance Therapy is expected to gain further popularity within the dental industry. The Myerson EMA (Elastic Mandibular Advancement) Device, available from Oral Arts Dental Labs, is a custom made oral appliance created for noninvasive treatment of Sleep Apnea and Snoring. The primary treatment mechanism of opening the bite and gently moving the mandible forward is achieved with the use of interchangeable elastic straps that offer varying degrees of mandibular advancement. Oral Arts quickly makes the appliance in 5 days or less and ships cases to and from the dental office free of charge. The EMA is available from Oral Arts, which includes a sampling of different straps, storage case and instructions. If price is a barrier to patient acceptance a 90 day trial device called the EMA "First Step" is also available from Oral Arts or doctors can order a kit and fabricate the device in-office using a thermoforming machine. The First Step utilizes the same concept as the EMA Device, allowing patients to see the design's effectiveness prior to a long-term commitment. Visit us at www.oralartsdental.com or call1-800-354-2075 for more information.