Am I a Candidate for Sleep Apnea Treatment?

Am I a Candidate for a Sleep Apnea Appliance?

 

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Many people suffering from sleep apnea do not realize that this condition can be treated by a dentist. OSA, or sleep apnea, is typically caused by an obstruction to the airway, which relates to the mouth – the area of the dentist. If you hate your CPAP machine and want to learn more about other options for sleep apnea treatment, you have arrived at the right place. Read on to learn if you could be a candidate for sleep apnea treatment from your dentist in Rockville.

 

 

Many Levels of Sleep Apnea Treatment

 

There are many levels of treatment your sleep apnea dentist can offer, depending on the severity of your OSA. If you have a mild form of sleep apnea, you could be a candidate for sleep apnea treatment like an oral appliance. This would be a mouth guard that is specially designed to keep all obstructions away from your airway.

There are other oral appliances that are designed to enlarge your airway to allow for more air flow, and to prevent the upper airway from collapsing, which is a common problem for many sufferers of sleep apnea. This device works by pulling the tongue forward to open up the airway behind the tongue.

 

Am I a Candidate for Sleep Apnea Treatment?sleep apnea mouthpiece

 

Before deciding if you are a good candidate for sleep apnea treatment, you should first be evaluated by a certified sleep specialist in a sleep disorder center. Overnight studies help us determine how severe the problem may be, and what type of sleep apnea treatment may be best for you.

Some insurance providers require a referral from a dentist to a sleep disorder center; we can provide this for you and work with your medical insurance if your oral appliance is covered there rather than by your dental insurance provider.

 

Learn More from Your Dentist in Rockville

 

Learn if you could be a candidate for sleep apnea treatment by calling our office in Rockville at 301-424-2030, or contact us on our contact page.

 

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M. Cooper
November 14, 2023.
Great staff. Professional experienced doctors. Beautiful office in a convenient location.
Bianca S
Bianca S
November 10, 2023.
When I first moved to the area some six plus years ago I stumbled on this gem. All the staff are very accommodating and polite and they truly care about their patients. From the dentist to the dental hygienist they always try their best to help you and education you on dental care. Really could not ask for a better place! If you are in need of dentist this is the place to go.
Adam Murphy
Adam Murphy
November 6, 2023.
Hands down the best dentist and dental office that I've visited. The warm and genuine hospitality that April and the entire front desk staff exhibits is unparalleled. Beyond that, once you are seated in the new and sparkling clean dental chair, you immediately know that you are in good hands. Dr. Norkiewicz and his team have provided me with world class dental care for nearly a decade. From routine cleanings to dental implants, they do it all. Go to Rockville Dental Arts if you want something to smile about. You'll be glad that you did.
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Yanex Salazar
October 30, 2023.
Hi it was my first time to go to this place, but I’m pretty sure they have a good customer service, and doctor Taruna Purihella very nice 😊 I do recommend this place 👍
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Antonio Q
October 3, 2023.
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Brenda Ayala
September 29, 2023.
Very nice staff and Doctor Linkous explained the best treatment for me , thank you
Jennifer Posada
Jennifer Posada
September 28, 2023.
amazing experience! I had developed severe anxiety around going to the dentist after a bad experience. I found this place after seeing so many great reviews and can definitely see why that is. They made me feel so at ease and informed. I really appreciated their solution-oriented approach. Highly recommend.
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Tony Malveaux (Mal)
September 21, 2023.
I had such a wonderful experience as a new patient at this location. My hygienist (Jackie), was nothing less than phenomenal with my oral care and maintenance. She was very thorough in explaining my care plan, she was extremely personable and genuine which is very important to me. The physicians and staff were all extremely inviting, and impressed upon me that my dental care was their number one priority. I would definitely recommend this location and their team to all!

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