If someone suffers from sleep apnea and has become dissatisfied with the current CPAP treatment and now seeking an alternative, there are some options to consider. There are some who turn to dental solutions in hopes of discovering a much less invasive and more comfortable treatment option. During an oral Sleep Device in Summit NJ, may be a great option for some patients, there are some things to consider prior to seeking this type of appliance therapy.
An oral Sleep Device in Summit NJ is only designed for the treatment of mild to moderate sleep apnea and snoring that is caused by the repetitive obstruction of the person’s airway. This type of obstruction occurs due to the anatomical limitation such as enlarged tonsils or uvula, nasal obstruction, obesity, excessive tissue in the throat, or a floppy or large tongue.
Prior to choosing a treatment type, patients need to have an evaluation by a doctor to determine the right option. In some cases, an overnight sleep study will need to be done to determine the severity of the issue and also offer a baseline for measuring how effective a future treatment may be. There are a number medical insurance policies that cover this first consultation as well as the overnight sleep study. However, based on the insurance carrier, patients may also need to seek a referral from a primary care provider or their dentist in order to receive a sleep evaluation. The oral appliances that are recommended are typically covered by insurance policies. Click here to get more details.
The severity of the sleep apnea will typically dictate the best option for treatment. Patients that suffer from moderate or severe sleep apnea are usually not the best candidate for the oral appliances since it will not be able to resolve the issue.
For more information about the oral sleep apnea devices, contact Westfield Oral Surgery. Here, all questions about the initial evaluation and treatment can be answered. This will help a patient determine if this is the right treatment option for the patient’s needs and provide peace of mind that it offers the results needed for the disorder.
