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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition where your airway repeatedly becomes blocked during sleep, causing you to stop breathing for short periods. This blockage is usually due to the relaxation of throat muscles, leading to snoring and disrupted sleep. People with OSA often feel very sleepy during the day and might have health problems … Read more
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common and potentially serious sleep disorder characterized by repeated episodes of partial or complete blockage of the upper airway during sleep. The resulting interruptions in breathing can lead to fragmented sleep and a decrease in blood oxygen levels, which may have severe health consequences if left untreated. A crucial … Read more
1. What is the first step in getting my oral appliance covered by medical insurance? We have a dedicated sleep apnea coordinator and a third party medical billing specialist that will handle your medical insurance claim for your sleep apnea oral device by running a pre-authorization. At this time dental insurances do not provide coverage … Read more
Sleep hygiene habits are healthy behaviors and environmental factors that can be modified to help you to have a good night’s sleep. Small adjustments to your daily routine and lifestyle can improve your sleep drastically. Your internal sleep clock, located in your brain, tells you when it’s time for sleep. Your body’s internal clock relies … Read more
1. How long will it take to get my oral appliance? Typically the turn around time to hear back from your medical insurance after you come in for a short office visit is 2-3 weeks. After that the scan of your teeth and bite is submitted to the lab to fabricate your oral appliance which … Read more
Insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are two of the most common sleep disorders, and they often occur together in a condition sometimes called “COMISA” (co-morbid insomnia and sleep apnea). When they co-occur, the symptoms, impacts, and treatments can be more complex than when either disorder occurs alone. Here’s a closer look at what each … Read more