| abstract |
The invention relates to a two-part mandibular protrusion splint ( 1 ) for preventing snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnoea, comprising a lower part ( 2 ) and an upper part ( 3 ), comprising shaping and flexurally rigid trays ( 2 a, 3 a ) which are open towards the mandibula and maxilla respectively, where the bottom surfaces of the outsides of the two trays ( 2 a, 3 a ) are connected to one another in such a way that they are continuously adjustable relative to one another in the longitudinal direction, and a corresponding ready-to-use set for the production or restoration of mandibular protrusion splints consisting of (i) shaping and flexurally rigid trays ( 2 a, 3 a ) with preformed attachment elements on the outsides of each of the bottom surfaces; (ii) one or more adjustment screws ( 10 ) for connecting the attachment elements; and (iii) optionally use instructions. |