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Important Safety Information and Instructions: (Version: 1.5)
Introduction: The SleepMD device is designed to fit snuggly around the teeth. This material is
rigid but will not cause injury to dentition. This is to provide support for the independent splints.
The interaction of the splints produces forward advancement of the jaw. Other devices require
the jaw to be closed in order to maintain proper position. Not SleepMD! As we fall asleep at
night our muscles relax resulting in narrowing of the mouth. This normal physiologic process in-
sures the contact between the cam and the wings resulting in the corresponding protrusion of the
jaw. Each rotating cam of the upper mouthpiece has a set screw. The screw controls forward
advancement of the jaw. During sleep the wings on the lower splint maintain contact with the
cams, ensuring that the mandible is maintained in a forward position. This is preferred because it
does not require one to maintain a closed mouth in order to achieve the desired results. It also
produces less strain on the jaw joint.
Inside the Box:
Each order consists of a round protective container; ideal for traveling with this device. Inside
there are two light green mouthpieces. The upper unit (#1), includes the cams which are at-
tached by the cam screws (#3). The lower splint (#2), has the two wings. The hex key is
used to attach the cams to the upper mouthpiece. A bag of plastic beads is included to assist in
the molding processes.
Please read through these instructions before attempting to mold!
Also watch the molding Video. Two slightly different techniques are shown. Both will work.
Any new information will be reflected in these online instructions.
Appliance will return to original shape if placed in hot water.
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Summary of Contents for SleepMD Anti-Snore Mouthpiece
- Page 1 The interaction of the splints produces forward advancement of the jaw. Other devices require the jaw to be closed in order to maintain proper position. Not SleepMD! As we fall asleep at night our muscles relax resulting in narrowing of the mouth. This normal physiologic process in- sures the contact between the cam and the wings resulting in the corresponding protrusion of the jaw.
- Page 2 Step 1. Upper Splint Molding Heat water in a microwave safe container until boiling. Don’t place in boiling water. Let the water sit for at least a minute to bring the temperature to around 130 degrees. Remove the cams (wheels) using the hex key. Now place half of the plastic beads and the upper mouthpiece in the hot water.
- Page 3 Touch the metal with finger to test that it is not too hot and place over upper teeth. Use your thumb to press the plastic into crevices of the teeth inside the mouth. (fig.4,4a) With mouth closed, place tongue to the roof of mouth for 1 minute. (fig.5) Remove by placing the index fingers in the back of the mouth over the metal plates.
- Page 4 Replace in mouth and begin molding the lower mouthpiece. Step 2. Lower Splint Molding Reheat the water as before up to boiling and wait a minute for it too cool. Place lower mouth- piece into the water along with the plastic beads. Do not let the beads get close to the mouth- piece they will stick to it.
- Page 5 When cool enough, insert over the lower teeth while your bottom jaw remains at least 1-2 mm in (fig.9a) Best at 50%-80% of maximum extension of jaw without front of the upper. discomfort. Use the thumbs to press the wins against the upper. Note: Instruction video suggests cutting off the back end of lower mouthpiece.
- Page 6 Place the lower splint under cold tap water to harden and tighten it; The lower usually needs tighten- ing. (fig.11) Place the cams on with the hex wrench and position them all the way back. (fig. 12) Insert the upper and lower mouthpiece back in the mouth. Check to see that the cams contact the wings.
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Page 7: Troubleshooting
Trouble Shooting: If too tight, Do not remold!! Dip the section the hot water for several seconds. Remove quickly. Repeat until resolved. If the area around the upper front teeth is still tight reheat that section for a few seconds and then use Sometimes, it can take several days your index finger to spread it out away from the teeth. - Page 8 The solution is to move the wheels forward on the upper mouthpiece, insert in the mouth and then remold the lower mouthpiece. Otherwise, contact me and I will send you a smaller wheel. Email me with questions or concerns at: Contact@SleepMD.net...
- Page 9 Impropper Wing Position When molding lower mouthpiece correct wheel/wing Back part of wing is in contact with the wheel and rests against the side of the upper mouthpiece...
- Page 10 r if Green arrow Red arrow, If the wing is in the position of the or the then the mouth will not close. Or if the wings do not contact the wheels, then the device will not properly position the jaw. The Solution Re-heat each side of the lower mouthpiece by...
- Page 11 Use your left thumb for the left side and place it in the direction of the Red arrow to pull the wing forward while pressing inward against the upper mouthpiece. See pictures below:...
- Page 12 If the wings are angled toward the tongue, they may contact the upper mouthpiece. This can result in the inability to close the mouth. Therefore, the wings will need to be pulled out. See below: Once the lower mouthpiece is softened as in figure 1, grasp the base of the wings with a clamp or thin pliers.
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