You don't have to choose between sleep apnea treatment and a good night's sleep.
Dental Sleep Medicine in Schroon Lake, NY
If you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea but can’t tolerate your CPAP machine, you’re far from alone. Many patients find CPAP therapy uncomfortable, disruptive, or simply impossible to stick with. The good news? There’s another option, and it fits in the palm of your hand.
Oral Appliance Therapy
Dr. Levey offers custom-fitted oral appliances as an effective alternative to CPAP for patients with mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea, or for those who simply cannot use their CPAP consistently. These small, comfortable devices gently reposition the jaw during sleep to keep the airway open, reducing snoring, improving oxygen flow, and helping you finally get the rest you need.
Why Patients Prefer It
Unlike CPAP machines, oral appliances are quiet, easy to travel with, and don’t require electricity or a mask. Most patients find them far easier to adapt to, which means they actually use them. And that makes all the difference.
Is This Right for You?
Oral appliance therapy works best for patients with mild-to-moderate sleep apnea, or for anyone who cannot tolerate their CPAP device. The oral appliance is also great for people who travel a lot. A proper sleep study diagnosis is typically required before beginning treatment, and the good news is that the sleep study can now be done in the comfort of your own home! No more trying to fall asleep in a sleep center. You simply wear a comfortable sleep monitor in your own bed for a few nights, mail it back, and the results will reviewed with you.
Dr. Levey is in network with most major MEDICAL insurance companies for the fabrication of oral appliances used in the treatment of sleep apnea, including his credentialing with Medicare.
Other Treatments to Consider
Oral appliance therapy works best for patients with mild-to-moderate sleep apnea. If you have severe sleep apnea, Dr. Levey will discuss your options and may coordinate care with your physician. A proper sleep study diagnosis is typically required before beginning treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapses during sleep, blocking the airway and causing repeated pauses in breathing. It can lead to poor sleep quality, fatigue, and serious long-term health risks if left untreated.
The appliance gently moves the lower jaw slightly forward during sleep, which keeps the airway open and helps prevent the tissue from collapsing.
Yes, a proper diagnosis from a sleep study is typically required before we can move forward with treatment. If you haven't had one yet, Dr. Levey can help point you in the right direction.
YES. Medical insurance, including Medicare, will often cover part or all of the cost of the oral appliance. Dr. Levey is in network with many Medical Insurance companies and Medicare for the fabrication of oral appliances. Coverage varies by plan, and our team will help you understand your benefits.
Most patients adjust within a few weeks. Dr. Levey will follow up with you to make sure the fit is comfortable and the treatment is working as expected.