19th January 2010 - SomnoMed, the world’s leading dental sleep appliance company, announced the launch of SomnoMed Brux (SomBrux™), an innovative new range of products treating sleep bruxism. Sleep Bruxism (“SB”) is a common sleep-related movement disorder that is characterised by clenching or grinding of the jaws or teeth.Medical studies indicate a prevalence of approximately 8% in the adult population of western societies and an equal occurrence in men and women. The condition is currently treated with a wide range of products, mostly individually made by dental technicians. Based on company research, the global market is currently in excess of 2 million units per year, representing a wholesale value of around US$ 200 to $300 million, with an annual growth tendency of 8 to 12%.
The new SomnoMed Brux product line will be introduced in Australia in February 2010, followed during the year by launches in all major global markets where SomnoMed is represented. SomBrux™, like the leading SomnoDent® device treating sleep apnea, is custom made and offered in various designs. It is expected that one of its unique selling points is the use of SomnoMed’s SMH BFlex material, which offers unrivalled patient comfort and durability... [PDF] SomnoMed's Press Release -
