Comfort

Sleep Apnea

For patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP, a custom oral appliance holds the airway open through the night.

How an oral appliance works

The appliance is worn like a retainer and positions the lower jaw slightly forward, which keeps the airway from collapsing during sleep. It is quiet, portable, and needs no power — which is why many patients who abandoned CPAP will actually wear one.

Diagnosis comes first

Sleep apnea is diagnosed by a sleep study, not by us. If you snore heavily, wake unrefreshed, or your partner has noticed you stop breathing, we will help you get tested and then work with your physician on the treatment.

Fitting and follow-up

The appliance is made from scans of your teeth and adjusted over several visits until it is both effective and comfortable. We check the fit and your bite at your regular appointments.