Sleep Appliances6 min read

Mandibular Advancement Device Selection: TAP vs EMA vs Panthera

June 25, 2026

TAP: anterior hook-bar mechanism, screw-driven 0.5mm/turn up to 15mm — easiest to titrate. EMA: bilateral elastic straps in 9 lengths and 4 strengths for 36 combinations — TMJ-friendly. Panthera D-SAD: PA12 nylon SLS-printed, 1.0mm wall thickness, metal-free, cam/follower connector with horizontal force vector. Key considerations: metal allergy → Panthera, TMJ sensitivity → EMA, precise titration → TAP.