Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, please bring your insurance card, a form of ID, and, if applicable, a prescription from physician indicating a need for an oral appliance. If you don’t have one – no problem, we will contact your physician on your behalf.

A free consultation includes going over sleep health, a clinical exam to make sure appliance treatment is a good option for you, education on how the appliance works, and financial arrangements.

You can also see our For Patients page for new patient forms.

CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) is a breathing therapy device that delivers air to a mask worn over the nose and/or mouth to help consistent breathing.

Oral appliances are fit by qualified dentists, and are a great alternative treatment option for many patients who can’t tolerate or don’t want to use CPAP therapy. They come in many different designs, but for the most part, they are custom made. The main purpose of the dental device is to keep the airway open during sleep, thereby preventing it from collapsing and blocking the normal flow of air.

Appliances are made to be worn while you are sleeping. Some appliances allow you to drink from a straw if you are thirsty during the night, but you cannot eat. Most of the time it just depends on which appliance you are using for treatment.

Soreness of the jaw, or headaches can be common in the beginning of the treatment. It is not unusual as the jaw muscle is getting used to a new position. The soreness usually goes away with time.

Most of the time it will completely eliminate your snoring, depending on the patient and the severity.

Yes! Absolutely!

Using denture cleansing tablets once or twice a month works well. You can also use a soft bristle brush with soap and water after wearing the appliance.

We are a speciality practice so we require clinical notes on sleep or a letter of medical necessity, a copy of a sleep study, and a prescription for the oral appliance.