About Osmo Lite L5
The Osmo Lite L5 is an innovative anti-snoring mouthpiece designed to enhance sleep quality by reducing snoring and improving breathing. Crafted with high-quality materials, this device offers a snug and comfortable fit, ensuring uninterrupted sleep for users.
How Osmo Lite L5 Works
The Osmo Lite L5 is designed to reduce or eliminate snoring by keeping the airway open during sleep. It does this by gently moving the lower jaw slightly forward, which prevents the tongue from falling back and obstructing the airway .
The mouthpiece works on the principle of mandibular advancement. By protruding or advancing the lower jaw forward, it pulls the tongue forward as well, creating more space at the back of the throat for air to flow freely . This mechanism reduces the vibrations of the soft tissues that cause the snoring sound.
The Osmo Lite L5 features an adjustable design that allows you to find the optimal jaw advancement position for your mouth size . This customizable fit ensures both comfort and effectiveness in reducing snoring.
It is made from soft, flexible materials that are gentle on the teeth and gums for comfortable all-night wear . The mouthpiece is also designed to allow normal breathing through the mouth while wearing it .
Key Features
Adjustable Design
The Osmo Lite L5 is adjustable to fit different mouth sizes, providing a personalized and secure fit for all users. This adjustability ensures that the mouthpiece adapts seamlessly to individual needs, enhancing its effectiveness in reducing snoring.
Comfortable and User-Friendly
Made from soft and flexible materials, the Osmo Lite L5 is gentle on teeth and gums, prioritizing user comfort. Its design allows for normal breathing through the mouth, ensuring that users can breathe easily while wearing the device.
Easy to Clean and Maintain
The mouthpiece is designed for easy disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly, making it simple to maintain hygiene. Users can effortlessly keep the device clean and ready for use every night.
Enhanced Breathing and Oxygen Flow
The unique design of the Osmo Lite L5 gently props the jaw forward, keeping the airway clear and enhancing airflow. This mechanism helps to reduce or eliminate snoring, leading to a more peaceful and restful sleep.
Health Benefits
By reducing snoring, the Osmo Lite L5 can help mitigate health issues associated with chronic snoring, such as high blood pressure and heart disease. Improved sleep quality can also enhance overall well-being and intimacy in relationships, as both partners can enjoy undisturbed sleep.
Affordable Solution
Compared to other anti-snoring devices, the Osmo Lite L5 offers an affordable and long-lasting solution. It provides significant benefits without the high costs associated with some other products on the market.
Benefits of using the Osmo Lite L5
- Improved Sleep Quality: By reducing snoring, the Osmo Lite L5 helps users achieve more restful and uninterrupted sleep.
- Enhanced Breathing: The device improves breathing and oxygen flow, which can lead to better overall health.
- Reduced Health Risks: Chronic snoring can lead to health issues such as high blood pressure and heart disease, which can be mitigated by using the Osmo Lite L5.
- Enhanced Intimacy: Reducing snoring can improve the intimacy in relationships by allowing both partners to sleep better.
- Affordable Solution: Compared to other anti-snoring devices, the Osmo Lite L5 offers an affordable and long-lasting solution.
How to Use Osmo Lite L5
To use the Osmo Lite L5, you simply place it in your mouth before going to sleep. The lower tray fits over your bottom teeth while the upper tray goes over your top teeth, gently holding your jaw in the advanced position . This opens up the airway to allow for improved breathing and a reduction or elimination of snoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use the Osmo Lite L5 if I wear dentures?
Yes, the Osmo Lite L5 is compatible with dentures. Its design accommodates various dental configurations, ensuring effective snoring relief without compromising comfort for denture wearers .
2. Is the Osmo Lite L5 comfortable to wear?
Absolutely. The Osmo Lite L5 is crafted from soft, medical-grade materials that are gentle on teeth and gums. Its adjustable design ensures a snug and comfortable fit for all mouth sizes, allowing users to sleep soundly without discomfort .
3. Can I still breathe through my mouth while wearing the Osmo Lite L5?
Yes, you can breathe normally through your mouth while wearing the Osmo Lite L5. The mouthpiece is designed to improve breathing and oxygen flow without restricting it, ensuring that users can breathe comfortably throughout the night .
4. How do I clean and maintain the Osmo Lite L5?
Cleaning the Osmo Lite L5 is simple and straightforward. After each use, rinse the mouthpiece with warm water and mild soap. Avoid using hot water or harsh cleaning agents to preserve the integrity of the device. Regular cleaning ensures hygiene and longevity. For added convenience, the mouthpiece can be disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled easily .
5. How long does it take to adjust the Osmo Lite L5 to my mouth size?
The Osmo Lite L5 can be adjusted to fit your mouth size and jaw within just 30 seconds. Its customizable fit ensures that it adapts seamlessly to your individual needs, providing a personalized and effective solution for snoring .
Directions for setup were pretty straight-forward. It completely stops my snoring, and as an added bonus, when I'm sick with sinus conjestion, i can now sleep soundly because breathing through my nose is no longer an issue! My level of sleep has improved significantly and I wake up feeling much more rested.
What I hate about it is some basic comfort stuff. When wake up in the morning I can't wait to take this thing out of my mouth. I do find it rather uncomfortable after 6-8 hours of sleep. When putting it in at first, I have saliva forming in my mouth that wants to go somewhere and there's nowhere for it to go. Also, there seems to be no place to rest your tongue while it's in there, so that's always a bit awkward. Like i said, I HATE this thing so much, but it works so well so I will continue using it and hope I get used to it. It's been 3 weeks so far, but the benefits have been overwhelmingly positive, so I'll have to live with my hate
Photos : Wed, Thurs, (forgot to set Friday), and Saturday (first night with mouth piece)
Sadly, not even two weeks of use it started to fall apart. Glue holding teeth guard came off hard plastic piece.
For the teeth pain and falling apart I have it a four.
I had recently put on some extra weight. Approximately 20 pounds. It doesn’t sound like much, right? However, it was enough for my height, 5’2”, to cause me to start snoring. I was waking up everyday extremely tired and far from feeling refreshed or rested. My physician recommended a Sleep Study to see if I had sleep apnea and how significant it might be. I was worried about having the study and anxious about the possibility of having something on my face at night while sleeping. I have had issues with claustrophobia in the past. I happened upon some information about oral appliances for sleep apnea. I did some research and found this product. At first I thought, would this really work? I was still a few weeks away from my appointment at the Sleep Lab. I decided to give this a try. At its price point I knew I had nothing to lose. It arrived and my husband and I saw it. He said “you’re not going to able to sleep with that in your mouth”. At the time I thought he might be right. However, I decided to try it anyway. I’m extremely glad I did and so is he! It took a little getting used to but I’ve not missed one night using it. I’ve already recommended it for a family member and ordered it for him. I encourage everyone who might be experiencing my issue to give this a try. It has literally changed my life!
I was diagnosed with Narcolepsy 15 years ago(which I take Provigil & Adderall for) and a few years ago I began to experience a mental fog and tiredness through the days despite my medications so my Sleep Doctor ordered another sleep study. Turns out I developed Mild Sleep Apnea (15 occurrences an hour I averaged) which was just enough to make me feel groggy when waking and cause this Mental Fog during the day.
(- I do have a mild overbite so its most likely the cause : jaw slides back when sleeping and your tongue rolls back blocking your airway if I recall the doctor correctly-)
My Insurance so kindly covered the Cpap machine which is just a hastle and takes up space on my night stand but works well and I feel great after using it. I just didnt like having to clean it and its just an eye sore. I did some research and found that a mouthpiece can be made by your dentist to cure the mild apnea and the doctor verified its an actual method of treatment but rarely used because its not covered by most insurances. This caused me to research such devices and found this!
My dentist wanted $600 for their device and you have several visits in which they take a mold of your mouth, than have the piece made over a couple weeks and adjust the position based on your sleep quality over a few more weeks until they get it right. My insurance would reimburse luckily for this but I didnt want to go through the hastle of multiple visits and waiting.
So onto this mouthpiece! Its been a great find (life changer) and this is actually my second one. I have found that once I mold this which is a simple process of dropping it in boiling water for 20 seconds and setting it in your mouth for another 20. *can drop it in cold water for a second if its too hot to set in your mouth* You’ll know its hot enough because your teeth will sink right into it.
On the sides of the mouthpiece there are Numbers on the top piece and an arrow on the bottom in which you pop apart the 2 pieces and can pop it back together with the bottom piece being moved forward 1 notch at a time *up to 15 or 20* (which holds your lower jaw forward when sleeping) I found that working my way up 1 notch every few nights, my setting is only #5 for me to get a greaat nights rest. No more grogginess and mental fog after waking! I highly recommend others to try this if you are in search of a remedy as I was. No more unsightly cpap machine!
1 more thing - it’s easy to clean as it pops apart and I just rinse it in some mouthwash every morning than lay it in its case to dry in my nightstand ready for the next night.
I fractured a tooth after a month use with that first one because it does put a lot of pressure on the teeth in order to work. So be careful. It's not for everybody. In fact if you have implants up front then it may be a serious issue. I don't know. I'd check out the CPAP option instead in that case. But this works great for me because I'm able to customize the unit to my liking. It fits perfectly after the boil and bite set up. In fact, I've reboiled a couple times to readjust after let's say a couple years. No issues.
So for me it does not pull on the teeth too much but does reduce and almost eliminate my snoring and get better air flow which means better sleep and mental health. I'm grateful for this thing.
Most of all, this thing is similar to a boxing mouthguard that protects the teeth. You dip it for a minute and a half in hot water, then for 15 seconds in cold water and clamp it with your teeth. It turns out a cast of the jaws. Then put it in your mouth and sleep with it. It prevents the lower jaw from moving backward during sleep. Namely, this is one of the causes of snoring and cessation of breathing in a dream. Slowly, over time, after a few weeks, twist, pushing the lower jaw slightly forward (detailed description on the page).
At first it may seem unusual. I have experience in this sense: I have already tried a night guard that preserves teeth. It somehow costs quite a lot, and despite the fact that, having clenched my teeth in a dream, I broke it in the first week, it turned out to be a so-so investment. And this thing cost about 60 dollars (and, by the way, it also protects your teeth).
And you can see the results in two screenshots.
On the first of them (without a cap) "snoring score" - 72. You can see the numbers yourself. Slept with this thing today. Rating - 18. Snoring is many times quieter, the snoring itself is 2.5 times less. I woke up really rested (then I slept a little more, because I still didn’t get enough sleep in 6 hours), but there is no daytime sleepiness. Maybe it will help someone too.
I have been having recent sleep quality issues and have snored for a long time. I have been diagnosed with mild sleep apnea, and once upon a time used a CPAP until I had an outpatient surgery to improve my breathing. Over the last 6 months, my wife has commented on my increased snoring and I've been waking up with a dry mouth most mornings.
I did not know about snoring mouthpieces until my dentist mentioned it to me. I may eventually get a dentist made one, but I wanted to try a DYI version first to see how I would tolerate it. I bought this mouth guard about a month ago. It was pretty easy to form, and I do encourage watching the video recommended in the packaging because the instructions are OK, but video is more helpful.
One month into it, overall I'm happy with it. I am sleeping better. My wife says I'm not snoring which she likes. Also, I'm dreaming more which tells me I'm having more REM sleep cycles which is critical to have with regenerative sleep.
The things I like about the product:
*It works
*Not hard to mold
*Easy to clean
Other comments:
*The mouth guard can be hard to see the settings on the side, but once it is set is not an issue
*My teeth can feel sensitive after a night of using it. The trick is to practice clenching your teeth after you take it out. I'm also getting more used to the feeling overall.
I hope this review helps. Quality sleep is a big deal.
I think all mouthpieces change the bite in the morning, but this one can be reset in the morning to bring your jaw back to normal too.
Some of the complaints are that it is large, maybe they didn't heat it and form it to teeth. it is not too large for my mouth. and having it hold the mouth open a bit is more comfortable me and better for my teeth, as described above.
Also, you can adjust the bite slowly so I think that will cause less pain as you get used to it, and you can set it in small increments so you only have to move your jaw forward the minimum required distance to get the affect you want. The other single piece mouthpiece I just had to jut my jaw forward and hope it was good and there was no way to adjust it. I ended up pushing it forward too far and it was hurting me.
I do sleep much better with it.
My only complaint is the price, seems a bit high for a small piece of plastic, but they say they will send a back up one upon request, so that makes the price better.
A back up one is a good idea, last night it slipped out of my mouth while I was sleeping and I couldn't find it, so I grabbed my old one, it would have been nice to have a spare good one by the night stand.
I have a slight overbite that causes my tongue to 'choke' me when I lay on my back. Wife is NOT happy lately with my sleeping. My situation is not from being overweight, just the tongue issue falling back.
Watch the video on how to size it FIRST. If it doesn't feel right, immediately resize it in the boiling water. That's what I had to do.
Here's the part that may make or break it for you.... So I have an overbite. In my 'neutral position, my back teeth touch. When I move my jaw forward, only my front few teeth touch and there's a large gap in the back. IF you size this using your neutral position, then when you adjust your jaw forward, the impression will not lock into your back teeth. When you size it, set if for a position where your jaw is already forward SLIGHTLY. This gives you a lot more wiggle room to adjust it down the road while still holding your teeth.
TO THE MANUFACTURER: Ideally, the guard should fit deeper to the back teeth for people with over bites (which is the main group buying this)
Sleeping with this: If your first impression is, "There's no way I can sleep with this!", they you've already quit... move on. For those ready for a full night's sleep, read on.... This is a bulky. It's not a normal feeling, however, normal is what's making you snore in the first place. This changes that. It is large, but you QUICKLY get used to it. DON'T QUIT! What's your sleep worth to you? Stick it out and you'll be rewarded.
First night with it my wife woke up saying I didn't snore once. She didn't even look like she was going to poison my coffee this time! .... this time. lol