Sleep better with steady breathing at night. Sleep apnea care helps keep your airway open during sleep so that rest deeply and wake up feeling more energized.
Tired After a Full Night’s Sleep?
We evaluate the quality of your sleep, provide simple options for sleep improvement, and support your journey to a better night’s sleep.
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing pauses or becomes shallow during sleep. People seek care because they snore loudly, are fatigued all day long, experience headaches in the mornings, or their partners report hearing their breathing stop completely during the night. All of these symptoms interrupt sleep and don’t allow for quality sleep.
Find The Right Approach
| Concern | Often a Good Fit |
|---|---|
| Loud snoring disrupts your sleep | Oral appliance therapy |
| You feel tired during the day | Custom sleep appliance |
| You have trouble using a CPAP machine | Oral appliance as an alternative |
| A partner notices pauses in breathing | Sleep apnea evaluation and appliance |
| You wake with headaches or dry mouth | Nighttime airway support device |
How Your Care Proceeds
- Consultation – We discuss your symptoms, sleep habits, health history, and any previous sleep studies you have had to understand your specific needs.
- Plan – After review, we provide you with options to consider, including the use of an oral appliance that is custom-fit to your mouth.
- Treatment – A custom device is created to help keep your airway open while you sleep.
- Follow-up – After using your custom device for a time, we encourage you to come back to the office so we can adjust the device as needed and track your comfort and results over time.
Costs and Coverage
Fees associated with sleep apnea therapy depend on the type of device chosen and the follow-up care you need to ensure success. Because insurance benefits vary by plan, our office staff reviews your specific plan coverage and then informs you of any expected costs before treatment begins.
Care You Can Rely On
- Understanding Team. As a team, we understand how important your sleep is so we provide clear guidance and support as you adjust to treatment.
- Modern technology. We use digital scans to help create a custom fit for your oral appliance.
- Comfort. Appliances are designed to fit well and support easier breathing during sleep.
Start Sleeping Better
Call Paramount Dental in Placerville to schedule your sleep apnea consultation and take the first step toward a more restful night’s sleep.