Does The Mouthpiece for Snoring Really Work?  I am often asked
the question, "Does the mouthpiece for snoring really work?" The
best answer to that question is "it depends." The mouthpiece for
snoring, technically referred to as an oral appliance, is
considered an option for the treatment of snoring and mild to
moderate sleep apnea.  Oral appliance therapy is a relatively
newer form of treatment for snoring and sleep apnea, and thus
there are few scientific studies on its effectiveness, side
effects, and compliance. Oftentimes it is referred to as a
"mouthpiece for snoring" although this is not a medical or
scientific term. It is clear, based on medical research, that
the oral appliance is not for everyone. It tends to be effective
for treating sleep apnea only about 51% of the time (although
some studies report slightly higher success rates). This is
compared to success rates for CPAP which is almost always
effective. Importantly, the oral appliance is generally not
effective for severe sleep apnea.  Despite