Myosa® offers treatment for a range of symptoms relating to breathing disorders in both children and adults. Treatment involves wearing simple, comfortable and highly effective removable appliances that provide symptom relief while rehabilitating the underlying contributors to breathing disorders and jaw joint pain.

For children, a typical Myosa® for Kids treatment plan aims to correct the breathing and myofunctional habits as much as possible and generally takes 6 to 8 months. After this time, Myobrace® treatment may be considered if further rehabilitation and structural development is desired.

For adults, Myosa® for TMJBDS® treatment is broken into three phases. During the initial phase of treatment, the focus is on improving breathing disorders, TMJ disorders or preferably together in an integrated manner. Phase II of Myosa® treatment begins to address the underdeveloped jaws to create more room for the tongue and further improve habits. This phase takes 6 to 12 months.

If desired, there is a third treatment phase that focuses on addressing the bite relationship and alignment of teeth once the ideal jaw position has been achieved during the first two phases of treatment. This phase looks to create stability in jaw position, oral muscle behaviour, breathing and alignment of teeth. This phase incorporates orthodontic techniques, such as braces and clear aligner therapy, with the general treatment time being 6 to 12 months but can be longer depending on the degree of teeth crowding.

The Myosa® treatment system assists patients in learning how to nasal breathe. As well as the removable appliances, Myosa® Activities incorporate key breathing exercises to optimise this transition from habitual mouth to nasal breathing. Like all exercise programs, results can vary depending on severity and willingness to adhere to the program.

The Myosa® appliances are designed to help reduce snoring while sleeping. They do this by slowing down the flow of air through the mouth and encouraging flow through the nose, while the lower jaw is brought forward, helping to open and limit the collapsibility of the airway that causes snoring. The appliance also improves the myofunctional dysfunctions that contribute to snoring and, when combined with Myosa® Activities that help to improve breathing control and poor muscle habits, treatment can be very effective in reducing or even stopping snoring altogether.

The Myosa® treatment system can be very effective at reducing the jaw joint dysfunction that causes jaw pain and headaches. Your practitioner will review the cause of the jaw pain and provide treatment that helps to decompress the joint to allow healing, while the Myosa® Activities provide rehabilitation to the jaw joint muscles. This treatment can reduce the occurrence of jaw joint pain and headaches associated with jaw joint dysfunction.

Sometimes during treatment your condition may improve enough to reduce your Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) while sleeping. If this is the case, you can be reassessed by your medical practitioner and/or sleep physician to see if CPAP treatment is still necessary. Myosa® treatment is not a substitution for CPAP therapy though, so if you have been prescribed CPAP therapy, you should continue with it until advised otherwise.

Myosa® treatment is not a substitute for CPAP therapy. If you have been prescribed CPAP therapy, you should continue unless you are advised otherwise by your medical practitioner and/or your sleep physician.

Myosa® treatment can create changes in the alignment of your teeth and jaws. Although in most cases these changes are considered positive as you can expect to see improvements, if you are concerned and prefer changes not to occur, you could request the use of a mouldable Myosa® appliance (S1M or S2M). These appliances may still create some changes to your jaw position but, as they are moulded to your teeth, the likelihood is minimised.

The results of treatment are dependent on many factors, such as a patient’s commitment to daily use of the appliances and prescribed exercises. Some patients with severe nasal obstruction may require intervention with an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) doctor before being able to participate in Myosa® treatment and wearing oral appliances. This should be assessed at an initial consultation and discussed by your practitioner. The outcomes of treatment are successful when compliance is good, however, as with any program that relies on compliance, treatment outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

There have been no reported harmful effects with Myosa® treatment. The appliances used are flexible and exert light intermittent forces that assist in retraining the muscles and mode of breathing.

There may be some initial soreness when starting to use an oral appliance for the first one to two weeks of established daily use. Normally, this soreness will settle down within the first month and should not cause severe or continuous pain. The soreness is generally more noticeable when waking in the morning or using the appliance for a longer period of time as a buildup of pressure in the teeth, jaws or muscles. You should advise your practitioner if your pain continues beyond the first two weeks.

The Myosa® appliance work by repositioning the lower jaw, correcting tongue position and opening the bite, which opens the airway and regulates breathing. When in place, the Myosa® appliance will open the airway and control over breathing through the mouth. Additionally, Myosa® treatment encourages patients to play an active role in their own treatment. This is achieved through a selection of activities, which are completed daily and assist in further improving breathing function and strength of the facial muscles.

Myosa® appliances are oral devices that use direct muscle stimulation to train upper airway muscles for breathing. They differ from CPAP machines, which use continuous air pressure to hold the airway open. Myosa® also differs from other oral appliances (like MADs), which mechanically reposition the jaw or tongue, and other medications or treatments that may work by strengthening muscles or improving the airway.

Myosa is a system of myofunctional appliances designed to treat sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), snoring, teeth grinding (bruxing), and jaw joint (TMJ) disorders, suitable for children from three years old to adults. Whether it will work for you depends on your specific symptoms. To determine if it's the right treatment, you should consult a doctor to get a proper diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan. More information about the symptoms can be found in the main navigation sections of this website.

The necessary amount of sleep will vary between individuals. On average, eight hours each night is recommended but for some people six hours is sufficient and others may require more than eight. While an individual’s sleep habits may change throughout their life, the amount of sleep they require will mostly remain constant. Below are some indicators to help determine whether an individual is getting too little sleep.

• Extreme drowsiness during the day and inability to keep from falling asleep during repeated intervals
• Irrational anger and irritability
• Inability to concentrate
• Forgetfulness and short-term memory loss

Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) is a spectrum of conditions involving abnormal or disrupted breathing during sleep, from loud snoring to severe pauses in breathing, such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It is caused by a partial or complete obstruction of the upper airway or problems with breathing regulation, leading to interrupted sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, and potential long-term health issues like heart problems and high blood pressure. Enlarged tonsils and adenoids, particularly in children can also contribute, while other risk factors include obesity, age, and certain facial structures.

Sleep Disordered Breathing occurs when the flow of air through the nose or mouth is obstructed during sleep. While this airflow obstruction is typically caused by relaxation and poor muscle tone around the throat and jaws, there are many underlying causes of Sleep Disordered Breathing. The most common of these underlying causes are chronic mouth breathing, poor diet, obesity and lack of forward development of the jaws. Additionally, orthodontics with extractions can exacerbate breathing issues.

Yes, sleep disordered breathing (SDB), particularly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), is dangerous and can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. These risks include high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and accidents due to extreme daytime fatigue. SDB is dangerous because it repeatedly lowers blood oxygen levels, straining the heart and other organs, and can significantly disrupt a person's quality of life and safety.

Yes, sleep disordered breathing (SDB), particularly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), is dangerous and can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. These risks include high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and accidents due to extreme daytime fatigue. SDB is dangerous because it repeatedly lowers blood oxygen levels, straining the heart and other organs, and can significantly disrupt a person's quality of life and safety.

You might have sleep disordered breathing if you experience loud snoring, gasping or choking during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, dry mouth, or difficulty concentrating. If you suspect you have it, talk to a healthcare provider to confirm the diagnosis and determine the best treatment.

Look out for these common signs of sleep apnoea or other breathing issues during sleep:

• Loud or interrupted snoring
• Gasping, choking, or coughing: while you sleep
• Pauses in breathing: during sleep, often reported by a bed partner
• Excessive daytime sleepiness, feeling tired or unrefreshed even after a full night's sleep
• Morning headaches
• Waking up with a dry mouth or sore throat
• Difficulty concentrating: or memory issues
• Irritability or mood changes
• Frequent awakenings: to use the toilet
• What can I do about my Sleep Disordered Breathing?

To manage sleep-disordered breathing, consult a healthcare provider to determine the specific condition. It's crucial to seek professional medical advice, as untreated sleep-disordered breathing can lead to serious health risks. If you feel Myosa® treatment may be a suitable option for you and would like to learn more, contact your nearest Myosa® Practitioner.