Sleep Apnea Solutions

Wake Up Feeling Rested Again

If you struggle with loud snoring, low energy during the day, or never feel fully rested after a night’s sleep, sleep apnea may be affecting your health and quality of life. Sleep apnea is a common condition that disrupts normal breathing while you sleep, often without you realizing it.

Our team provides personalized sleep apnea treatment using custom oral appliance therapy — a comfortable, non-surgical solution designed to help you breathe more freely, sleep more soundly, and improve your overall wellness.

Understanding Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a condition that causes pauses in breathing during sleep. The most common form, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs when the airway narrows or collapses repeatedly throughout the night.

Signs and symptoms of sleep apnea may include:

Frequent or loud snoring
Choking or gasping during sleep
Interrupted or restless sleep
Morning headaches
Dry mouth when waking up
Feeling tired throughout the day
Difficulty focusing or concentrating
Mood swings or irritability

Because symptoms happen during sleep, many patients are first alerted to the problem by a partner or family member.

The Importance of Treatment

Sleep apnea can impact much more than your sleep quality. When left untreated, it may contribute to serious long-term health concerns such as:

High blood pressure
Cardiovascular disease
Stroke
Type 2 diabetes
Anxiety or depression
Memory and concentration problems

Treating sleep apnea can help improve sleep, energy levels, and overall health.

Custom Oral Appliance Therapy

For patients seeking an alternative to CPAP therapy, oral appliance therapy may be an excellent option.

An oral appliance is a custom-made device worn during sleep that helps maintain an open airway by gently repositioning the jaw and supporting proper airflow.

Advantages of Oral Appliance Therapy

Customized for comfort
Quiet and discreet
Convenient for travel
Easy daily maintenance
Non-surgical and non-invasive
Can help reduce snoring and improve sleep quality

Many patients find oral appliance therapy easier to use consistently compared to traditional CPAP machines.

Your Treatment Journey

1.

Initial Consultation & Airway Evaluation

Your visit begins with a discussion about your symptoms, sleep concerns, medical history, and any prior sleep testing. We also use advanced airway screening technology, including sonar imaging, to evaluate possible airway obstruction and better understand factors contributing to sleep-disordered breathing. This information helps us create a treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs.

2.

Sleep Testing from Home

If appropriate, we will coordinate a telehealth consultation with a sleep specialist who can review your symptoms and prescribe a home sleep test. The testing device is shipped directly to your home, allowing you to complete the study comfortably in your own environment. Once your results are available, you’ll have a follow-up telehealth appointment to review findings and discuss your treatment recommendations.

3.

Personalized Appliance Design

At your in-office appointment, our experienced team will take digital scans or impressions of your teeth to create a custom oral appliance designed specifically for your bite and airway needs.

4.

Appliance Delivery & Fine-Tuning

Once your appliance is ready, we’ll check the fit, review instructions for use, and make any necessary adjustments to maximize comfort and effectiveness.

5.

Enjoy Better Sleep

Many patients notice improvements in sleep quality, snoring reduction, daytime alertness, and overall energy levels after consistent use of their oral appliance.

Who Can Benefit from Oral Appliance Therapy?

Oral appliance therapy may be recommended for patients who:

Have mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea
Cannot tolerate CPAP therapy
Experience chronic snoring
Prefer an alternative to traditional sleep equipment

Our office works alongside physicians and sleep medicine providers to help ensure comprehensive care throughout the treatment process.

Insurance & Payment Information

Many sleep apnea treatments, including oral appliance therapy, are commonly covered through medical insurance rather than dental insurance because obstructive sleep apnea is considered a medical condition.

Our team understands that insurance coverage can be overwhelming, and we’re happy to help guide you through the process and answer any questions along the way.

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Contact Info

Address: 833 Lane Allen Rd, Lexington, KY 40504

Phone: 859.277.1189

Fax: 859.276.2719

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Hours

Monday - Friday: 8am - 6pm

Saturday & Sunday: Closed