Oral Appliance Treatment Northern Arizona

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.

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.

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.

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.