Summary: Slide2Sleep released a nylon version of its Slide oral appliance in June 2023, offering increased strength and a slimmer profile compared to the acrylic model. This new model, crafted from type 12 nylon and 3D printed using selective laser sintering technology, addresses … [Read more...]
The Rise of Nylon Oral Appliances
By Alyx Arnett Manufacturers are increasingly turning to medical-grade nylon polyamide 12 as the material of choice for oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea. The recent influx of nylon options, made possible by 3D printing, is attributed to several factors, including … [Read more...]