The Clinically ProvenCPAP Alternativefor Sleep Apnoea & Snoring
Around one in two CPAP users stops wearing their machine within 12 months. If you’re one of them — or you’ve been told you need CPAP and you really don’t want to start — there is a clinically proven alternative your dentist can fit.
What is thealternative to CPAP?
A mandibular advancement splint (MAS) is a custom-made oral appliance worn over your top and bottom teeth at night. It gently advances your lower jaw and tongue forward, holding the airway open so you can breathe — and sleep — without a mask, hose, or machine.
It is the most widely accepted non-CPAP treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea and snoring, recommended by sleep physicians worldwide.
Why people choose a MAS over CPAP
Silent.
No motor hum, no airflow noise.
Pocket-sized.
Slips into a small case for travel.
No mask.
No straps, no facial pressure marks, no claustrophobia.
Partner-friendly.
Couples can sleep in the same bed again — often the single biggest motivator our patients mention.
No power required.
Works camping, on long-haul flights, anywhere.
No ongoing consumables.
CPAP masks, cushions, hoses and filters all need replacing; a MAS is a one-off purchase, reviewed at intervals.
Is it actually as effective?
For mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea, oral appliances are highly effective and recommended as a first-line option by sleep medicine guidelines.
For severe OSA, CPAP remains the gold standard when worn consistently — but recent research shows oral appliances also help many severe-OSA patients who cannot tolerate CPAP.
As one major review put it: the best treatment is the one you’ll actually use every night.
Who is a CPAP alternative right for?
A MAS is most likely to suit you if:
- You have been diagnosed with mild or moderate OSA
- You have severe OSA but have tried and abandoned CPAP
- You travel frequently or work shifts
- Your snoring is the main issue affecting your relationship
- Your teeth and jaw are in suitable condition (we assess this at consultation)
It is not the right choice if you have central sleep apnoea, severe OSA with complex cardiovascular disease and you tolerate CPAP, or significant existing jaw/tooth problems that must be resolved first.
What about anti-snoring devices I see online?
Boil-and-bite “snoring mouthguards” sold online or in chemists are not the same thing. They are not custom-fitted, they don’t accurately position your jaw, and they commonly cause jaw pain, tooth movement, and disappointing results. A professionally-made nylon MAS, fitted after a 3D scan and protrusive bite measurement, is the proven option.
What’s the process?
Free consultation
we review your sleep study (or refer you for one), assess your teeth and jaw, and confirm whether a MAS is right for you.
3D scan & bite registration
about 30 minutes in the chair.
Lab manufactures your custom appliance
usually 2–3 weeks.
Fitting appointment
we fit, adjust, and teach you care + exercises to minimise side effects.
Reviews
short check-ups to fine-tune comfort and confirm it’s working.
Cost and health funds
$2,350 all inclusive at Snore Dentist. Payment plans from $45/week interest-free. Most major health funds rebate $400–$1,200 under codes 965 or 984. We are preferred providers for Medibank, Bupa, HCF, nib, and CBHS.
Ready to try the CPAP alternative?
Your first consultation is free. We’ll give you a clear, honest answer about whether an oral appliance can replace your CPAP, supplement it, or whether CPAP is genuinely the better option in your case.
We offer interest-free payment plans for snoring solutions.
Ask us how to get started!
Reusable Account
Interest Free
Flexible Payments
No Deposit
We accept all health funds for sleep apnoea treatment!
but we are preferred providers for the following health funds.
Want to findout more ?
We are more than happy to answer any questions you have – simply give us a call to talk to one of our friendly staff or book in for a sleep consultation. Or alternatively use this form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
