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At Burbank Dental Lab, we craft each TAP® 3 appliance with precision, using both traditional and digital workflows and premium materials to deliver durable, comfortable, and fully adjustable appliances.
As awareness of sleep-disordered breathing grows, so does the demand for dental solutions that are effective, comfortable, and easy to use. The TAP® 3 (Thornton Adjustable Positioner) appliance has become one of the most trusted oral devices for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and chronic snoring. Known for its high success rate, custom fit, and forward mandibular positioning, the TAP® 3 appliance gives dentists the power to offer patients a non-invasive alternative to CPAP therapy.
At Burbank Dental Lab, we craft each TAP® 3 appliance with precision, using both traditional and digital workflows and premium materials to deliver durable, comfortable, and fully adjustable appliances. Whether you’re new to dental sleep medicine or expanding your practice, TAP® 3 is a proven solution that consistently delivers results.
The TAP® 3 is a mandibular advancement device (MAD) used to treat mild to moderate OSA and manage chronic snoring. It functions by gently holding the mandible in a forward position during sleep, which helps open the airway and prevent soft tissue collapse.
What sets the TAP® 3 apart is its unique anterior adjustment mechanism, which allows chairside titration of mandibular position without the need to remake the appliance. It features separate upper and lower trays, joined by a central hook and screw mechanism that provides fine-tuned, incremental advancement. This adjustability gives providers better control and helps ensure personalized and responsive treatment.
The TAP® 3 appliance is ideal for:
To ensure the best possible fit and function of the TAP® 3 appliance, submit the following case materials:
If you’re sending digital files, include STL files, protrusive records, and any special instructions about patient preferences.
The TAP® 3 is a removable appliance and requires no cementation. Patients are instructed to wear it nightly during sleep and to clean it daily. The anterior screw mechanism allows the dentist or patient (with instruction) to incrementally advance the mandible to an optimal position over time. This reduces the need for remakes and supports long-term adaptability.
While the TAP® 3 is designed to minimize the need for adjustments, some minor modifications may be necessary:
The TAP® 3 oral appliance offers a proven, patient-friendly solution for treating obstructive sleep apnea and chronic snoring.
Burbank Dental Lab, a top dental lab in the USA, brings years of experience and innovation to every TAP® 3 appliance we fabricate. Here’s what sets us apart:
The TAP® 3 oral appliance offers a proven, patient-friendly solution for treating obstructive sleep apnea and chronic snoring. Its precise adjustability, durable design, and high rate of compliance make it a go-to option for dental sleep providers across the country.
When you partner with Burbank Dental Lab, you get more than a device—you gain a lab partner committed to helping you succeed in dental sleep medicine. Let us help you deliver comfortable, effective, and reliable TAP® 3 appliances for your patients.
At Burbank Dental Lab, we work with files from all major CBCT and intraoral scanning platforms. Our lab can also support a wide range of implant systems and guide manufacturers.
Yes. The custom-fit trays and low-profile design make it one of the most comfortable oral sleep appliances available. Most patients adjust within a few nights.
Mandibular advancement is achieved by turning the front adjustment screw, allowing incremental and precise forward positioning based on patient symptoms and response.
We fabricate TAP® 3 appliances from durable, biocompatible acrylics designed for long-term intraoral use and patient safety.
Typical turnaround time is five (5) working days from receipt of impressions or digital files. Expedited service is available upon request.
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