ORAL APPLIANCE THERAPY FOR SNORING, SLEEP APNEA & CPAP PROBLEMS

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August, 2008
Office News - Insurance Coverage

Most insurance companies will cover a large percentage of the cost of oral appliance therapy if the therapy is performed by a properly trained and qualified dentist.

Dr. Rogers has the training and experience necessary to maximize your insurance benefits. Out of pocket expenses may vary depending upon your policy deductible and co-payment percentage.

Dr. Rogers is now in-network with Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and UPMC Health Plan.

What about the oral appliances I see sold over the Internet and on TV? See FAQ's...

i can't wear my cpap

Now there is an effective way to control snoring and obstructive sleep apnea without resorting to cumbersome CPAP devices. A small device, similar to an orthodontic appliance, can be an alternative to cumbersome CPAP machines and, in some cases, be the first choice for treatment of mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.

CPAP problems

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is generally considered the mainstay of treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. However, in almost half of the cases where it is prescribed, it is poorly tolerated or simply rejected due to its cumbersome and intrusive nature.

Other objections include:

Inconvenience
Nasal Congestion
Sinus Problems
Skin Irritation
Claustrophobia
Mask Leaks

pittsburgh dental sleep medicine

Pittsburgh Dental Sleep Medicine is the only dental practice in the tristate area that is devoted exclusively to solving the problems of those who suffer from sleep disordered breathing.

solutions to snoring and sleep apnea problems

If you or a loved one snores or has had difficulty wearing their medically prescribed CPAP, Dr. Robert Rogers of Pittsburgh Dental Sleep Medicine has had the years of experience necessary to offer a unique dental solution. Dr. Rogers is happy to consult with those who feel that they are having a problem with snoring or sleep apnea but have not been diagnosed and as well as those who are unable or unwilling to wear a CPAP unit. Dr. Rogers also works closely with other dentists in the tri-state area and with family physicians and sleep specialists.

our patients are talking...

I constantly felt fatigued. It was hard for me to stay wake during meetings at work. While driving home after work from downtown Pittsburgh to the South Hills, by the time I hit the Liberty tubes, I was struggling to stay awake. This was very scary. I also had lots of morning headaches, i.e., I woke up frequently with headaches. I also distinctly remember that I had no dreams whatsoever.

I tried CPAP for several weeks at least, maybe even several months and could not tolerate it. The force of the air and the mask made it almost impossible for me to fall asleep. It seemed I got even less sleep with the CPAP than my untreated sleep apnea.

When I started to use the oral appliance, I stopped falling asleep at meetings at work; I didn’t have to fight falling asleep driving home after work in my car. I no longer felt fatigued, and perhaps best of all, I started dreaming again. The oral appliance gave me back my dreams.

Dr. Rogers is not only a consummate professional; he is a truly wonderful, caring human being. He is top notch. He is also that rare compassionate doctor who takes the time to listen to his patients and who does not rush through his patients.”

Paul G.