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Sleep apnea can hurt your health, your productivity, and your relationships – but it doesn’t have to be permanent! Our dedicated team in your area has the expertise and dedication needed to help patients get their lives back on track in lasting ways.
Many practitioners offer other services outside of treating sleep conditions. Sleep is all we do. Our team has devoted their careers to helping patients finally sleep more soundly, and we can help you, too.
In many cases, sleep apnea therapy is at least partially covered by medical insurance, and our nearby team knows how to maximize benefits.
We’re committed to working with physicians directly to ensure that each patient receives the best possible care at every stage of this process.
Dr. Thompson takes the time to understand your symptoms, any previous diagnoses, and what you hope to accomplish through treatment.
The journey towards finding a solution for chronic snoring and/or sleep apnea can be a long one, with plenty of bumps along the way. Thankfully, our team-based approach allows us to offer vital support at any stage of the process. Maybe you’re searching for information on snoring treatment, or maybe you’ve been trying to consistently use a CPAP for months after your diagnosis with no real success. No matter what the circumstances are, we can offer enlightening answers, important education, and real relief when you need it most.
When your rest keeps getting interrupted by untreated sleep apnea and/or chronic snoring, the effects can bleed over into parts of your daily routine you never expected. By regaining control and sleeping soundly through the night again, our patients near you are amazed by how much better they feel. Suddenly, they can concentrate on work, get back to their favorite hobbies, and wake up feeling genuinely ready for the day again!
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Dr. Thompson has lived in Colorado since 1976, and his initial spark of interest in dental sleep medicine actually came from personal experience – he suffers from sleep apnea himself. Today, he has completed countless hours of advanced education in this important treatment and successfully treated hundreds of patients who share his struggles. He knows better than anyone that there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, and he can’t wait to help you find it here at Downtown Denver Sleep Solutions.
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While a CPAP machine can effectively curb sleep apnea symptoms, many patients just can’t handle the noises and bulky equipment. Oral appliance therapy is an outstanding, minimally invasive alternative for mild to moderate cases. The custom appliance repositions the jaw to keep your airway clear – and you likely won’t even remember you’re wearing it!
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When it comes time to pay, you can rest easy knowing that our team near you can help make this process simple, predictable, and affordable. We work with major medical insurances and also accept low-interest payment plans for added convenience.
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For nearly 20 years, Dr. Gary Radz has been working with patients and their physicians to provide proven alternatives for people suffering with sleep apnea. As both the Clinical Director of Downtown Denver Sleep Solutions and former Program Director of Sleep Apnea Studies at the Rocky Mountain Dental Institute, Dr. Radz is ready to put his years of experience to work for you.
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Do you have questions about sleep dentistry or how our practice can help address your condition? Continue reading through the following frequently asked questions and responses to learn more!
The cost of treating sleep apnea with a personalized oral appliance can vary depending on a number of factors, such as:
It’s worth noting that in the long run, an oral appliance can be a more cost-effective option for treating sleep apnea than a CPAP machine. Oral appliances often have a higher upfront cost, but with a CPAP machine, you’ll need to keep paying for replacement parts, which can add up over time.
There are several warning signs that can potentially indicate that you have sleep apnea. Particularly common examples include loud snoring, excessive sleepiness during the day, and frequently waking up at night gasping for air. That being said, the only way to know for sure whether you’re suffering from sleep-disordered breathing is to have the problem diagnosed.
If you believe that you might have sleep apnea, we encourage you to give our office a call. We can provide you with an at-home sleep test that monitors your vital signs while you sleep in the comfort of your own bed. An expert can review the results of your sleep test and determine whether sleep apnea is truly to blame for your symptoms.
While it’s possible for anyone to develop sleep apnea, there are several groups of people who are at a higher risk for the disorder, such as:
Ignoring sleep apnea can be very dangerous. The exhaustion caused by a lack of quality sleep can put you at a higher risk of getting into an accident while driving or operating heavy machinery. On top of that, people with sleep apnea are typically more likely to suffer from heart problems, type 2 diabetes, and various other health issues. In short, if you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, it’s best to perform an online search for “sleep dentist near me” right away so that you can have the issue treated as quickly as possible.
Addressing your sleeping disorder can improve everything from your oral health to your mood to your general well-being. However, not all dentists are qualified to treat these conditions, so you may have to do some additional research to find a provider who can assist you.
Fortunately, performing an online search in your favorite browser usually returns a list of providers near you. At our office in Denver, Dr. Thompson and Dr. Radz have both personally experienced sleep apnea and are happy to devise a treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
Although many sleep dentists can provide services to reduce the symptoms of sleep apnea, usually only a medical doctor or sleep specialist can actually diagnose the condition. If you’re concerned you might need to consult another provider, you can set your mind at ease.
Our team provides at-home sleep tests to evaluate the quality of your nighttime rest. These solutions are a simple, effective way to get accurate information about your condition to devise an appropriate treatment plan. For instance, it measures your oxygen saturation, airflow, heart rate, chest and abdominal movement, and the time you spend snoring.
Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type and is caused by blocked airways or intermittent airflow that stops and restarts your breathing periodically throughout the night. Thankfully, this can be treated with custom-fitted oral appliances that help ensure your jaw and tongue remain in their proper positions, keeping your airways open.
Regularly wearing your appliance can protect your teeth and reduce the number and severity of sleep apnea episodes, improving your condition.
Although your sleep dentist can treat your disorder to enhance the quality of your nightly rest, unfortunately, most dental insurance policies don’t cover this service. With that said, many health insurance plans include treatments for sleep apnea because it is considered a medical condition.
Our team happily accepts different policies and will gladly assist with claims applications or paperwork to help maximize your available benefits.
All dentists must meet specific criteria to be licensed to practice, and our team in Denver is no exception! For instance, providers must usually earn a bachelor’s degree before pursuing a DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) or DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) from one of 70+ institutions accredited by the ADA (American Dental Association). Then, to become a sleep dentist, they undergo specialized training and must pass additional exams.
At our office, Dr. Thompson earned his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, then spent 7 years focusing solely on sleep dentistry. Meanwhile, Dr. Radz pursued sleep dentistry after earning his DDS from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry and is the program director of sleep apnea studies at the Rocky Mountain Dental Institute.
Whether you’re interested in at-home sleep testing or learning about CPAP alternatives, we look forward to learning how we can help you! You’ll find our office at 999 18th St #1300 in Denver, which is close to the Byron White United States Courthouse, The Ritz-Carlton, and Syrup Downtown. If you have any trouble finding us, don’t hesitate to give us a call!
