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MAD Comparison Table


  Feature Tomed SomnoGuard SP Soft
Tomed SomnoGuard SP Soft
Tomed SomnoGuard AP
Tomed SomnoGuard AP
Tomed SomnoGuard & DB
Tomed SomnoGuard
Fit Very secure tight fit on the teeth Very secure tight fit on the teeth Moderately secure suction fit on the teeth
Ease of fitting Very easy Very easy Quite easy
Fitting by dentist required? NO NO NO
Moulding time before first use 10 minutes 10 minutes 25 minutes
Maximum mouldings possible 10 10 3
Use without moulding NO NO NO
Can be moulded (remoulded) for extra comfort? YES YES YES
Advancement adjustable? YES YES YES
Method of advancement Plastic connectors Screw Remould
Degree of advancement 0 - 10mm 0 - 10mm with an accuracy of 0.5mm 0 - 5mm
Lateral jaw movement possible? YES YES NO
Longevity (subject to normal use) 12 - 18 months 12 - 18 months Approx 1 year
Mouth breathing possible? YES YES A small amount
Clear nasal airways required? NO NO YES
Size (related to dental tray sizes) Fits small medium and large mouths but not extra small or extra large Fits small medium and large mouths but not extra small or extra large Fits small medium and large mouths but not extra small or extra large
Class I Malocclusion. Suitable for crooked, crowded or turned teeth?
Possibly. Ask your dentist Possibly. Ask your dentist NO
Class II Malocclusion. Suitable for overjet, retrognathia?
YES YES YES
Class II Malocclusion. Suitable for overbite, deep bite?
YES YES SomnoGuard - NO

SomnoGuard DB - YES because it has a thick molar area to allow for long front teeth
Class III Malocclusion. Suitable for underbite (lower teeth stick out past the upper teeth)
YES YES Possibly. Ask your dentist
Suitable with some missing teeth? YES YES Possibly. Ask your dentist
Suitable with dentures worn at night? YES YES YES
Fitting video on www.britishsnoring.co.uk NOT YET YES NO
Recommended by UK ENT consultants YES YES YES