Airway Management - TAP Sleep Care

08/05/2025

A new study revealed several positive outcomes associated with the use of the hashtag oral appliance with a mouth shield, particularly in improving periodontal and sleep-related parameters.

The study, done by Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, showed:
✅ Improved sleep respiration parameters
✅ Decreased snoring from 26.1% to 4.5%
✅ Declines in mouth breathing
✅ Reduction in periodontal pathogens

These findings underscore the potential of oral appliance therapy as a multi-disciplinary approach to improving oral and systemic health in this patient population.

Full study ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gJsNuTGm

Background: Periodontitis is linked to sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), including snoring, with 50–75% of cases involving mouth breathing (MB). Standard treatment includes scaling and root planing (SRP). Oral appliance therapy (OAT) is used to treat snoring and SDB. OAT plus a mouth shield (OAT+)...

07/29/2025

Did you know that TAP Sleep Care is fully covered by Medicare?

That's right – flexTAP, dreamTAP and TAP 3 are all covered by medical insurance under CPT code E0486.

Medical insurance recognizes TAP as a clinically proven, effective treatment option for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.

*myTAP, our customizable oral appliance, can be filed for insurance coverage under CPT code E0485, although coverage varies.

07/07/2025

Our entire product suite is manufactured and assembled right here in the USA.

Our impact may be global, with over 1 million patients treated worldwide, but our commitment to reliable, high-quality care starts right here. 🇺🇸

06/13/2025

Grateful to connect with so many passionate professionals at !

It’s exciting to see oral appliance therapy gaining more traction and recognition as a vital part of comprehensive sleep care.

From engaging sessions to meaningful conversations, the momentum is building—and we’re proud to be part of a future where collaboration between dentistry and medicine is helping more patients sleep (and live) better.



05/20/2025

We enjoyed exhibiting at the AADSM annual meeting this past weekend, as well as celebrating our 4th annual “TAP-py Hour” with some amazing partners.

Exciting innovation coming this fall for TAP - stayed tuned. 👏

05/12/2025

In-person oral appliance therapy learning from some of the best!

Drs. Jason Hui and Alan McDavid led a myTAP hands-on training at the Texas Dental Association (TDA) meeting this past weekend.

03/13/2025

In honor of , we are giving away our NEW complimentary patient brochures.

🔗 Fill out the form in the link in bio to receive your free pack of brochures!

🎁 BONUS - 3 winners will be selected from the request form submissions for a myTAP giveaway. We will draw names at the end of March.
*This giveaway is only for providers and distributors.

03/11/2025

Are you getting good sleep?

It's Sleep Awareness Week, brought to you by National Sleep Foundation. These insights from their 2025 Sleep in America poll show how good sleep helps you flourish!

02/26/2025

Let’s talk about  😴
 
From trendy hacks like mouth taping to sleepy girl mocktails, millions are sharing hacks to maximize their sleep. 
 
A few sleep tips we recommend: 
☀️ Get outside first thing in the morning. Natural sunlight exposure resets your circadian rhythm.
🏃 Exercise early in the day
🛌  Regulate room temperature
☕  No caffeine after 3pm 
 
If these tips aren’t helping you achieve good sleep, talk to your provider about TAP Sleep Care.

02/03/2025

Transform Dental Sleep Symposium was a success! We enjoyed connecting with new and current TAP providers.

12/29/2024

Today we celebrate our inventor Dr. Keith Thornton’s 80th birthday! Drop a comment below to join us in celebrating the T in TAP’s milestone birthday.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from our Airway family to yours. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season.