Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft
Mandibular advancement device
The Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft is a two-piece mandibular advancement device designed to reduce snoring and help manage mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). It works by gently holding the lower jaw forward during sleep to keep the airway open, using side connectors that allow millimetre-precise adjustment from -3mm to approximately 10mm.
It’s recommended for small to medium-sized jaws and is also suitable for individuals with a protruding lower jaw.
For best results, we recommend having the device fitted by a healthcare professional (such as a dentist). Due to hygiene reasons, returns are only accepted if unopened with the hygiene seal intact. For more information, please read the FAQs below.
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Description
The Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft is a two-piece mandibular advancement device designed to reduce snoring and help manage mild to moderate OSA. It works by gently holding the lower jaw forward during sleep to keep the airway open, using side connectors that allow millimetre-precise adjustment from -3mm to approximately 10mm.
Each jaw tray features a stable outer shell with a thermoplastic inner layer that softens in hot water and moulds to your teeth and bite for a secure, custom fit using the boil-and-bite method. For best results, we strongly recommend having the device fitted by a healthcare professional (such as a dentist, ENT specialist, or sleep physician), although it can be fitted at home.
The Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft is suitable for small to medium-sized jaws and is also recommended for individuals with a protruding lower jaw. It allows mouth breathing and slight mouth opening during use.
The material contains no allergens, latex, silicone, BPA, or phthalates. The typical lifespan of the product is 1½ years, though heavy jaw movement or teeth grinding (bruxism) may shorten this.
Please note: Consult your dentist if you have concerns about your teeth or jaw alignment before using, or your doctor if you have concerns about your snoring or OSA.
Benefits of the Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft
- Simple fitting process
- Two-piece design with millimetre-precise mandibular advancement adjustment from -3 to approximately 10mm to help reduce snoring and support mild to moderate OSA management
- Suitable for small to medium-sized jaws and individuals with a protruding lower jaw
- Allows mouth breathing and slight mouth opening during use
- Contains no metallic components
- Designed for better tooth adhesion, a secure fit, and comfortable overnight wear
- Travel-friendly with included storage box
How does the Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft work?
Snoring and mild to moderate OSA often occur when the airway becomes narrowed or blocked during sleep. This can happen when the muscles in the throat relax, causing the tongue and soft tissues to fall back and restrict airflow.
The Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft is worn at night and uses two side connectors to hold the lower jaw slightly forward. By advancing the jaw, the device opens the upper airway and stabilises the soft tissues, reducing their vibration and fluttering, which are responsible for snoring sounds.
The adjustable jaw advancement (from -3mm to approximately 10mm) allows you to find the optimal position to keep your airway open. This helps reduce snoring and may improve breathing during sleep by limiting airway obstruction associated with mild to moderate OSA.
How is the Tomed SomnoGuard® SP fitted?
Please note: Due to hygiene reasons, fitted or used devices cannot be returned, so refunds aren’t possible if fitted incorrectly.
For best results, we strongly recommend having the device fitted by a healthcare professional (such as a dentist, ENT specialist, or sleep physician).
However, we understand some users may choose to fit the device themselves. If you do, please carefully follow the detailed instructions included with your product.
The Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft uses the boil-and-bite method. Each jaw tray consists of a stable outer shell and a thermoplastic inner layer that softens in hot water and moulds to your bite when cooled.
The fitting process takes about 20 minutes and involves the following steps:
- Heat the upper and lower jaw trays in boiling water for approximately 3½ minutes.
- Carefully bite into the softened trays so the material adapts to your individual tooth shape.
- Cool both trays in cold water so the material hardens and retains your dental impressions. The fitting process can be repeated if needed (e.g., if the trays do not fit optimally).
- Attach the side connectors and adjust the lower jaw advancement to the desired position.
The lower jaw advancement is adjusted using the included side connectors, which come in a range of lengths. These connect the upper and lower trays laterally, allowing millimetre-precise forward positioning of the lower jaw, from -3mm to approximately 10mm. Greater advancement helps open the airway more effectively, which may help reduce snoring and nighttime breathing pauses.
Additional FAQs
What is a mandibular advancement device?
A mandibular advancement device is a type of mouthpiece worn while you sleep. It works by gently moving your lower jaw forward, helping to keep your airway open. This can reduce snoring and is often recommended to support symptoms of mild to moderate OSA.
You may have also heard mandibular advancement devices (often abbreviated to MADs) called a mandibular advancement splint, mandibular repositioning device, or even a mandibular device for snoring – but these are all just different names for the same type of oral device.
What’s the difference between a mandibular advancement device and a mouth guard?
Although they can look similar, a mandibular advancement device is specifically designed to reposition the jaw and improve airflow. A regular mouth guard, used for sports or teeth grinding, doesn’t move the jaw forward and won’t usually help with snoring.
People often search for terms like mandibular mouth guard, MAD mouth guard, or snoring mouth guard when what they’re actually looking for is a mandibular advancement device – the correct type of oral appliance for reducing snoring and easing the symptoms of mild to moderate OSA.
Do mandibular advancement devices really work?
Many people find that a mandibular advancement device helps to reduce snoring, though results can differ from person to person. Clinical studies indicate they can be effective. They’re also recognised within the NHS as a treatment option for snoring and for some cases of mild to moderate OSA.
Are mandibular advancement devices comfortable?
Like any oral appliance, a mandibular advancement device can take a little time to get used to. Adjustable or custom-fit designs usually provide the best comfort for long-term use.
71 reviews for Tomed SomnoGuard® SP Soft
Somnogard SP soft
Easy to fit good instructions. First night was a bit uncomfortable but I refitted the lower jaw bit and it’s now great. Instant and total cure for my snoring!
100% satisfied
The Somnoguard SP Soft arrived very quickly and was quite easy to fit – need to keep the water at boiling for the 3 minutes to soften the plastic. I had read reviews about initial problems but I wore it through the first night without any problems and ever since. I was a bit sceptical that it would cure my snoring but according to my wife it has completely cured it, so I am very happy indeed with this purchase which also gives me a much better night’s sleep and much less daytime drowsiness. I would recommend anyone with a snoring problem gives it a try.
Excellent product
It takes a little time to mould the device to the shape of your teeth and gums, but it’s not difficult and the result is a very good and comfortable fit. The kit comes with several connecting straps so you can adjust it to get the right amount of lower jaw advancement. It is effective in use and after a few nights to become accustomed to it I can wear it all night without difficulty. I had to experiment a little with different length connecting straps until I found the ones which gave the best fit and results. It has stopped my snoring and I heartily recommend it. My only criticism is that the fit on the lower jaw is not as sug as the upper. At first the lower unit came away from my lower jaw quite often, but as I get used to the device this is not happening.
Snoring guard
This really seemed to work to start with and reduced my husband’s snoring noise considerably. He has found it difficult to get used to and has had some soreness of his gums. It also causes him to dribble and he hates that! One difficulty is that in moving the jaw forward it means his teeth are out of alignment and so he cannot close his mouth properly – presumably hence the dribbling. So if anyone has any ideas that could help? But it has certainly helped me get a much less disturbed sleep. Thanks.
Better than I could have hoped for
Over the last few of months my husband had gone from being a very quiet sleeper to suddenly snoring as loud as an engine all night every night. Nothing would stop him, he always sleeps with his mouth closed and lies on his side, and nose strips didn’t help in the slightest. We were forced to start sleeping in separate rooms, which considering we have only been married for 2 years, was more than a little upsetting. Even then, I could still hear him through the walls some nights!! We visited an ENT doctor who told us that there were no nasal issues and suggested we try a mandibular device, before we signed up for surgery (that would have no guarantees anyway). I have to admit I was more than a little sceptical that what is basically a mouthguard would have any effect on a noise that was so loud.
However, I found the Tomed SomnoGuard SP Soft on this website and after reading the reviews we thought we would give it a go. All I can say is, this is a miracle worker!! From the very first night of my husband using this device he has returned to being completely silent in his sleep. Only if he rolls onto his back and the device moves slightly out of place in his mouth do I hear anything, and even then it is very quiet. We are now back to sharing a bed and I no longer go to bed with the feeling of dread that it will be yet another disturbed and sleepless night. Now a month after he started using it and I really couldn’t recommend this device higher, thanks to it my husband and I have years and years of sharing a bed ahead of us!As a note, we did have a few problems moulding the device at the start…it seems that the mouthguard needs to be kept in constantly boiling water for the 3 minutes it takes to soften rather than putting it into a bowl of water that was boiled and is cooling down. We actually put our mouthguard into the bowl of water and then put it into the microwave to keep heating which worked well.