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...

self test

How do you know if you have OSA?

Take this simple test but be sure to visit your physician if you think you have a problem. This test is for daytime sleepiness, not specifically for snoring and sleep apnea. However, if you or someone you know snores each night and is sleepy during the day, there is an increased likelihood that OSA is present.

The only way to be sure if you have obstructive sleep apnea is to have a sleep test either at home from a qualified sleep physician or in a hospital sleep center. But a score of 9 or above on this test is an indication that you should see your doctor.

Please feel free to print this test, fill it out and take with you to your physician.

the Epworth test

How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations?

Choose the most appropriate number for each situation:

0 = would never doze
1 = slight chance of dozing
2 = moderate chance of dozing
3 = high chance of dozing

Activity	Score
Sitting and reading	_________
Watching TV	_________
Sitting, inactive in a public place (theater, meeting)	_________
As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break	_________
Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit	_________
Sitting and talking to someone	_________
Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol	_________
In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic	_________
TOTAL	_________

A score of 9 or above indicates you may be having a problem with daytime sleepiness but below 9 does not necessarily mean that you don't have a problem. See your healthcare professional for advice if you snore, have been told that you awake gasping for breath or if you are sleepy during the day.

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