Treating Sleep Apnea:
CPAP & Its Alternatives

CPAP is not the only viable treatment for those who cannot sleep through the night because of obstructive sleep apnea.

Are you tired of wrestling with your CPAP machine every night? It’s not just you. Almost 50% of patients either stop using their CPAP mask within 3 days or refuse to fill out their prescription. Many find it hard to get comfortable with the constant noise. It has become increasingly clear that the treatment of OSA needs to be re-evaluated.

At Aragona Sleep, led by Dr. Sal Aragona, DDS, we have been helping patients overcome sleep apnea since 1985. As one of the handful of accredited diplomates of the American Board of Sleep and Breathing, Dr. Aragona has been at the forefront of using intraoral appliances to treat the root cause of snoring and obstructive apnea in both children and adults.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Has a Low Compliance Rate

Positive airway pressure therapy—both CPAP and BiPAP—is effective at what it does: delivering a continuous flow of air to support your upper airway so there are no gaps in your breathing. Unfortunately, the constant pressure of the air from the mask is not a pleasant sensation.

If you were prescribed a CPAP machine to manage your apnea episodes, it’s possible that you could not tolerate it due to several reasons:

You never got used to the mask. Many users wake up throughout the night to adjust the mask or suffer from sores and rashes around the nose and cheeks;
You felt a sense of confinement or panic because of how all-enveloping the mask is;
The steady, vibrating hum of the machine disrupts your sleep or your partner’s;
The mask feels like a wall between you and your partner or affects your social life;
It causes your mouth to dry out or leaves you with a stuffy nose;
You have discovered how difficult it is to lug your CPAP through airport security or power it during a camping trip;
Between the machine itself, the masks, the filters, and the tubing, it is no longer affordable.

The “No-Mask” Solution to Overcome Obstructive Sleep Apnea

At Aragona Sleep, we use precision custom-made dental devices to help you breathe smoothly and consistently throughout the night. These are simpler, more affordable, and far less intrusive than CPAP, and they are much gentler on your mouth. You can roll, twist, and turn in bed as much as you like and still breathe comfortably.

No hoses;
No machines;
No noise;
No tangled cords;
No need for distilled water;
No uncomfortable straps;
No pressure marks on your face;
No need for a complicated setup every night.

Unlike off-the-shelf bulky mouthguards, our oral appliances are thoughtfully designed for each patient. Dr. Aragona is a Platinum Provider of the most advanced dental device—the ProSomnus® EVO® Select.
This FDA-approved device is the only appliance that has ever passed the rigorous US Military Drop Test. This means you can be as rough with it as you want, and it will not break.

Why Choose Our Patient-Friendly Oral Appliance to Treat Sleep Apnea?

It is Comfortable

Our lightweight oral appliances are created to fit the unique shape of your mouth without interfering with your natural jaw movement. Since we make the mouthguard just for you, it will be more supportive and feel less bulky than one-size-fits-all CPAP equipment. But remember to get your oral appliance from a sleep medicine dentist only; an over-the-counter product can cause TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) and other jaw-related problems.

It is Discreet and Portable

The design of our appliances is so subtle it’s hardly noticeable to others around you when you are wearing one. And unlike CPAP machines which require a fair bit of space, this mouthpiece is compact enough to fit in your bag or a pocket. You can bring it along wherever you go, whether for an overnight trip or a longer journey. There is no need for extra carrying cases or worrying about finding space for a larger device.

It is Quiet

With oral appliance therapy, no pumps or hoses are involved. These are common in CPAP machines and make quite a bit of noise. Your maskless sleep apnea treatment will never disrupt the sleep of others. If you share your bed with someone, they will also appreciate this.

Benefits of Our CPAP Alternative for Sleep Apnea Treatment

If you have tried CPAP machines for sleep apnea and found they were not for you, it’s time to give oral appliance therapy (OAT) a try. The mandibular advancement appliance you receive will do all the work. It consists of two parts that cover your upper and lower teeth. It moves your lower jaw and the base of your tongue slightly forward with regular use.

Sleep apnea occurs because the pharyngeal airway gets blocked or collapses when the tongue and throat muscles loosen up excessively. As the dental appliance shifts your jaw and tongue, it cuts down on snoring and makes breathing easier throughout the night.

The benefits you will reap over time include:

More energy;
Snore-free sleep;
Increased alertness and mental clarity;
Fewer wake-ups during the night;
Freedom to sleep on your back, side, or stomach;
Lower risk of heart problems, stroke, diabetes;
Stronger immune system (thanks to consistent deep sleep);
Better compliance with your treatment.

Book Your Sleep Apnea Consultation at Aragona Sleep

Are The dental sleep practitioners at Aragona Sleep are committed to resolving your obstructive sleep apnea once and for all. Let us help you take back your nights with a treatment that works with your body, not against it. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Aragona, reach out to us today.

Treating Sleep Apnea: CPAP & Its Alternatives