09/04/2026
CPAP vs. oral appliance… what is the difference?
CPAP(continuous positive airway pressure) uses a mask, hose, and machine to push air into your airway while you sleep. An oral sleep appliance works differently. It is a small custom device that fits inside your mouth and gently moves your jaw forward to help open the airway. No mask. No hose. No large machine.
For the right patient, this may help reduce snoring, improve breathing, and make sleep feel easier. But here is the part that matters most: not everyone is a candidate. Sleep apnea treatment should start with a proper sleep evaluation.
At Dr. Eddie Siman’s office, we look at your airway, jaw position, bite, teeth, muscles, and TMJ to see what may work best for your body. Because better sleep is not just about stopping the noise. It is about helping you breathe better at night.
If you snore, wake up tired, struggle with your CPAP mask, or want to know if an oral appliance for sleep apnea may be right for you, comment SLEEP for more information or request a consultation with Dr. Siman today.
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