ADL Snorer's Friend Instructions For Use

Snorer's Friend ®
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Instructions for Use
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What is the Snorer's Friend ?
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The Snorer's Friend is a Mandibular Advancement Device designed to stop the noise of snoring. It is made from a
soft thermoplastic material and intended for custom-fitting by the user in their own home.
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Who should use the Snorer's Friend ?
This device is designed for healthy adults who wish to reduce the volume and frequency of their snoring. It is not
suitable for children, people with a history of epilepsy, people with certain tooth or gum problems, or people with
obstructive sleep apnoea (except under the supervision of a doctor or dentist, see below).
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If you do not have a full and healthy set of teeth, you may still be able to use the Snorer's Friend , but you must
consult a dentist, doctor or the manufacturer for special precautions to follow before starting use.
Some topical medications, lotions or pastes may react with the material of the device, so you must not use the device
on nights when you apply any other product to your mouth.
Under the supervision of a doctor, this device may be an effective treatment for people suffering from Obstructive
Sleep Apnoea (OSA). OSA is a respiratory disorder in which sufferers repeatedly stop breathing for short periods
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while they sleep. The Snorer's Friend is not always effective in treating OSA, so it is important to seek guidance from
a doctor if you suspect you may have OSA. OSA is a very serious condition which will have long term effects on your
health unless treated properly. Symptoms that could indicate OSA include (1) recognised pauses in breathing during
sleep, usually with "choking" sounds and (2) a feeling of not having had enough sleep despite spending enough hours
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in bed. Do not use the Snorer's Friend as a treatment for OSA without first consulting your doctor.
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How do I use the Snorer's Friend ?
The first step is to mould the device to suit your mouth. Instructions for fitting are below. After this once-off fitting you
insert the device into your mouth before going to sleep each night, and take it out when you wake in the morning. A
storage case is provided to store the device while you are not using it. Allow the device to air-dry in the container
between uses. Cleaning is important and we recommend keeping the device and container clean with a normal
toothbrush and toothpaste, as often as required.
The device should give between 4 and 24 months effective service. With continued wear it will slowly lose its shape
and eventually become ineffective. If you grind or clench your teeth (bruxism) the device will wear quickly in certain
places, which could lead to the device breaking. This could present a choking hazard. It is important to replace the
device before there is any possibility of pieces breaking off. For a very heavy teeth grinder or teeth clencher
replacement may need to be as often as every 4 months. With minimal grinding and clenching the device should last
24 months.
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How does the Snorer's Friend work?
When you wear the device your tongue is held slightly forward, because it is connected to your jaw. This helps keep
your airway open, by increasing the clearance between the back of your tongue and the back of your throat. Lack of
clearance in that area is the source of most snoring noise.

What are the side effects?

Some side effects are common with this device. Usually they don't occur for more than 2 weeks. If you experience
any of these symptoms and they persist for longer than 2 weeks, or you feel they are becoming serious, you must stop
using the device and consult your doctor before continuing. Common side effects are :
Sore jaw joint (Temporomandibular joint) This often occurs for the first week or so as your jaw becomes accustomed
to its new sleeping position. However, you should discontinue use immediately if the pain is anything more than mild
discomfort or persists for more than 30 minutes after removal of the device.
Sore teeth The device holds your jaw forward by gripping your teeth. This can result in some discomfort which should
not last more than a few minutes after removing the device. There is some evidence that prolonged regular use of
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devices like the Snorer's Friend can cause gradual movement of the teeth in certain individuals. It is recommended
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that you mention to your dentist that you are using a Snorer's Friend and ask him or her to monitor the positions of
your teeth at your normal dental checkups.
Gum problems In some people with sensitive gums or mouth tissue, the prolonged contact with the device may result
in ulcers or tissue damage.
Excessive salivation This is a non-serious side effect but can be a nuisance. Usually it will improve as you become
accustomed to the device.