Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. The most common type is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), where the airway collapses or becomes blocked during sleep.

Common symptoms include loud snoring, choking or gasping for air during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, mood changes, and difficulty concentrating.

We use a home sleep study, or polysomnogram, which is the primary diagnostic tool for sleep apnea. This study monitors various bodily functions during sleep, such as brain activity, eye movement, heart rate, and blood pressure.

An oral appliance is a custom-made device, similar to a mouthguard or orthodontic retainer, which repositions the lower jaw and tongue to keep the airway open during sleep.

While Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard treatment for severe sleep apnea, oral appliances can be as effective for mild to moderate cases. They are also often preferred by patients who find CPAP masks uncomfortable or intrusive.

Wearing your AM aligner, provided with every custom appliance, is essential for maintaining proper alignment after using your appliance at night. Made of the same durable material as your oral appliance, the AM aligner is designed to last and should be worn each morning. In addition, we recommend following the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine’s morning exercises, which help ensure your bite stays in optimal condition. You can find a helpful guide to these exercises at this link.

Untreated sleep apnea is more than just disrupted sleep; it can lead to serious health risks, including high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cognitive decline. The lack of restful sleep impacts energy levels, mood, and concentration, and over time, these issues can worsen, severely affecting your quality of life. Treating sleep apnea not only improves sleep but also helps protect your long-term health and well-being.

We understand how frustrating it can be when insurance limits the type of care you receive. That’s why we’ve chosen not to accept insurance—so we can always provide you with the highest quality appliance, tailored to your needs. We also know that affordability is important, which is why we’ve set our fees to be fair and offer flexible payment plans with 0% interest and no hard credit checks. Our goal is to make it as easy and stress-free as possible for you to get the treatment you need for a better night's sleep.