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BCOH Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea Treatment in Boston That Fits Your Lifestyle
Struggling with sleep? You’re not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea—and many don’t realize that CPAP machines aren’t the only option.
At BCOH, we specialize in oral appliance therapy, a quiet, comfortable, and effective alternative to traditional CPAP.
What Is Oral Appliance Therapy?
Oral appliance therapy involves wearing a custom-made mouthpiece at night that gently repositions your jaw to keep your airway open. It’s ideal for:
Patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea
People who can’t tolerate CPAP
Those who travel or want a more portable solution
Benefits of Our Treatment Approach
No masks, tubes, or machines
Comfortable and easy to travel with
Proven to reduce snoring and improve oxygen flow
Covered by many medical insurance plans
Delivered by trained experts in dental sleep medicine
Why BCOH?
Located in Boston’s Back Bay, we offer a collaborative, concierge-level approach to sleep dentistry. Our team is led by Dr. Carmine Morreale, a trusted provider in sleep apnea care and TMJ therapy.
What are my treatment options?
For many years, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) masks were the go-to treatment for symptoms of snoring and sleep apnea. However, many patients find these masks uncomfortable to sleep in, making them an ineffective long-term option for managing symptoms. Fortunately, there are a variety of different options available to keep a snorer’s airways open during sleep.
Boston Center for Oral Health will evaluate your symptoms and perform an examination to pinpoint the cause or causes of the airway obstruction before recommending the best course of action.
Alternative solutions to the CPAP mask include:
- Custom-made oral appliances: Dental devices can tease the lower jaw forward and prevent the tongue from blocking the main air passage during sleep. These devices are gentle, easy to wear and allow patients to avoid unwanted surgeries.
- Oral surgeries: A more permanent solution to treat snoring and sleep apnea may involve surgery that sections the lower jaw and pulls the bone holding the tongue forward slightly. This surgery has an impressive success rate and can eliminate symptoms for good.
Learn More on Our Blog
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For additional information about snoring and sleep apnea treatment at Boston Center for Oral Health, download the Informational PDF by clicking the button below:
To learn more about the science of sleep and why sleep matters, visit the Healthy Sleep Website, maintained by the WGBH Educational Foundation and the Harvard Medical School Division of Sleep Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓Is oral appliance therapy effective for sleep apnea?
Yes! It’s highly effective for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea and offers greater comfort for many patients than CPAP.
❓Will insurance cover sleep apnea treatment at BCOH?
In many cases, yes—oral appliance therapy is a medical treatment and can be billed under your medical insurance plan, not dental.
❓What does the appliance feel like?
Most patients say it’s small, comfortable, and easy to get used to within a few nights. No hoses, no noise, no bulk.
❓Is this treatment FDA-approved?
Yes. All oral appliances we prescribe are FDA-cleared for sleep apnea and made by trusted dental labs.