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Oral Appliance Treatment Northern Arizona

A Customizable, Comfortable Way to Treat Sleep Apnea

It’s never a good idea to ignore sleep apnea for too long; you need to have it treated as soon as you can. You may benefit from a simpler, more comfortable treatment: a fully personalized oral appliance from Sleep Better Southwest. If you reach out to our sleep dental office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Held, we can help you figure out whether oral appliance treatment in Northern Arizona is the right choice for your getting your sleep apnea symptoms under control.

Why Choose Sleep Better Southwest for Oral Appliances?

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How Does Oral Appliance Treatment Work?

After learning more about your unique situation, we can provide you with an oral appliance that is designed to help you breathe more easily while you’re asleep. The appliance will keep your airway open by moving your jaw slightly forward and/or holding your tongue in place. There are different types of oral appliances to choose from, and our team will take the time to review your options with you and help you narrow down your choices.

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Advantages of Oral Appliance Treatment

Oral appliance treatment has several benefits that can make it an attractive treatment when compared to a CPAP machine. Here are some of the top advantages to keep in mind:

  • For many people, oral appliances are much more comfortable, and it’s generally easier to get used to sleeping with them.
  • It’s much easier to travel with an oral appliance. Not only is it simple to pack, but unlike a CPAP machine, you don’t need electricity to use it.
  • Oral appliances do not make any noise when in use. This makes it less likely that you will disturb anyone else who is sleeping in the same room as you.
  • Unlike a CPAP machine, an oral appliance won’t dry up your nasal passages.

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Who Could Benefit from Oral Appliance Treatment?

Oral appliance treatment works best for mild to moderate cases of obstructive sleep apnea, or severe case patients that prefer an alternative to CPAP. Additionally, if you were previously using a CPAP machine but stopped because you found it too uncomfortable, switching to an oral appliance can go a long way toward helping you get the quality slumber that you deserve. Once you have completed a sleep test, our team can help you figure out whether oral appliance treatment is a good option in your specific situation.

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Does Insurance Cover Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea?

Oral appliance therapy is typically a covered expense under your medical insurance. Since no two insurance plans are exactly alike, we are happy to provide a free benefits check of your specific plan. Typically, you can expect your medical insurance to pay at least part of the cost for an oral appliance meant to treat sleep apnea. Note that our team can handle the process of filing any necessary insurance claims on your behalf, which will give you one less thing to worry about when it comes to paying for your sleep apnea treatment.

Oral Appliance Treatment FAQs

In order to determine whether an oral appliance can treat your symptoms, our team at Sleep Better Southwest will need to learn whether or not you have sleep apnea, as well as the type. Only when we have this information can we determine whether oral appliance treatment is an appropriate solution for you. In order to receive a diagnosis, our team will review your medical history and symptoms as well as have you complete a sleep study. Once a sleep doctor has reviewed your results, they can diagnose whether you have obstructive sleep apnea or not, helping determine if you could benefit from an oral appliance.

Many patients with obstructive sleep apnea also experience chronic snoring that can keep their partner awake at night. This can create a wedge in relationships by impacting intimacy, and it’s a big concern for many of our patients at Sleep Better Southwest! The good news is that oral appliance treatment typically also helps minimize snoring by keeping the airway open as you rest.

More severe cases of obstructive sleep apnea may require the use of an oral appliance as well as a CPAP machine. Or, some patients may just require a CPAP machine to find the most relief from their symptoms. The best way to determine what sleep apnea treatment in Northern Arizona is right for you is to schedule a consultation with our knowledgeable team!

Most medical insurance plans will cover the cost of oral appliance treatment with proper testing and a diagnosis from a sleep physician. Our team at Sleep Better Southwest is happy to file a claim with your medical insurance plan to help maximize your benefits. We do require payment in full for any amount that your insurance determines is the patient’s responsibility at the time of service, but we’ll be sure to communicate this beforehand so you don’t receive any surprises while checking out.

If you’re experiencing symptoms of sleep apnea, like chronic loud snoring, waking up gasping for breath, or thumping headaches throughout the day, we invite you to take our sleep quiz! This will help assess your risk of sleep apnea, allowing you to determine whether it would be worthwhile to schedule a consultation with our sleep experts in Northern Arizona.

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