Oral Appliance Therapy for Veterans:
a comfortable and effective alternative to CPAP
Have you been prescribed a CPAP machine but find it difficult to use?
Our oral appliance therapy is a great alternative to traditional CPAP for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and snoring.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated episodes of complete or partial obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, leading to a reduction or cessation of breathing. This can result in loud snoring, gasping, and fragmented sleep. OSA can lead to a range of health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and daytime fatigue. Treatment options for OSA include lifestyle changes, surgery, and the use of medical devices such as a CPAP machine or oral appliance. A CPAP machine delivers a constant flow of air to keep the airway open, while an oral appliance repositions the jaw and tongue to prevent the collapse of the airway during sleep, both of which are effective in treating OSA.
Under the Mission Act and PACT Act, veterans have more options for healthcare, including community service providers like us. As a community service provider, we understand the unique needs of veterans and are committed to providing effective and comfortable treatment options for sleep apnea.
Benefits of Oral Appliances:
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Comfortable fit
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Easy to travel with
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Quiet
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No need for electricity or batteries
Our oral appliance therapy is tailored to the needs of veterans, and covered by your existing VA benefits. With our oral appliance therapy, veterans can improve their sleep apnea and snoring symptoms and get the restful sleep they deserve.
Oral appliance therapy is recognized by the VA as a breathing assistance device for the treatment of sleep apnea, with the same disability evaluation rating as CPAP. (Disability evaluation reference 38 CFR 4.97 DC 6847. Read more here)
Contact us to schedule a consultation and see if oral appliance therapy is the right treatment for you.