Why You Need a Sleep Dentist: Understanding the Dental Connection to Sleep-Disordered Breathing

“Breathe Better. Sleep Better. Live Better.”  Key Takeaways Most people don’t realize their dentist might hold the key to solving their sleep problems. When you’re lying awake at three in the morning or your partner complains about your snoring for the hundredth time, visiting a dentist probably isn’t the first solution that comes to mind. […]
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“Breathe Better. Sleep Better. Live Better.” 

Key Takeaways

  • Sleep dentists identify and treat airway obstructions that cause snoring, sleep apnea, and poor sleep quality through specialized dental interventions
  • Dentists are uniquely positioned to detect early warning signs of sleep-disordered breathing during routine examinations of oral structures and airways
  • Custom oral appliances fitted by sleep dentists offer an effective alternative for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP machines
  • Comprehensive airway-focused dental care addresses the root causes of sleep issues, not just the symptoms, improving overall health outcomes

Most people don’t realize their dentist might hold the key to solving their sleep problems. When you’re lying awake at three in the morning or your partner complains about your snoring for the hundredth time, visiting a dentist probably isn’t the first solution that comes to mind. But here’s what you need to know: your airway, your oral structures, and your sleep quality are intimately connected. And dentists who specialize in sleep medicine are trained to see what others might miss.

At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics in Mansfield, we’ve built our practice around understanding these connections. The mouth isn’t just about teeth. It’s the gateway to your airway, and when that gateway becomes restricted, your entire body pays the price.

What Exactly Is a Sleep Dentist?

A sleep dentist has advanced training beyond traditional dental school that focuses specifically on how oral structures affect breathing during sleep. We’re talking about your jaw position, tongue placement, soft palate configuration, and the overall dimensions of your airway. These aren’t things your primary care doctor examines during your annual physical, and they’re often overlooked even by well-meaning healthcare providers.

Sleep dentists work at the intersection of dental medicine and sleep medicine. We understand the anatomy of obstruction. We know how a recessed jaw can narrow your airway by millimeters, and how those millimeters translate into dozens of breathing interruptions every single hour while you’re trying to rest. We’re trained to recognize the subtle signs that appear in your mouth, throat, and facial structure that signal a problem with your breathing during sleep.

American Sleep and Breathing Academy Diplomate

As a Diplomate of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy, I’ve completed rigorous training and examination in dental sleep medicine. This credential represents a commitment to excellence in understanding and treating sleep-disordered breathing from a dental perspective. It means staying current with the latest research, techniques, and best practices in this rapidly evolving field.

The connection between dental health and sleep has been featured across major networks including NBC, ABC, FOX, CW, and CBS, and recognized by D Magazine, which named our practice among the Best Dentists from 2021 through 2025. This recognition reflects a growing understanding in healthcare: you cannot separate oral health from sleep health. They’re part of the same system.

The Airway Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight

Here’s what happens when you fall asleep. Your muscles relax. That includes all the muscles in your throat, tongue, and soft palate. For some people, this natural relaxation causes soft tissues to collapse backward, partially or completely blocking the airway. Your body responds by waking you up just enough to restore breathing. You might not remember these awakenings, but they’re happening. Sometimes hundreds of times each night.

This is sleep-disordered breathing, and it exists on a spectrum. On one end, you have simple snoring. On the other end, you have severe obstructive sleep apnea. But even mild cases cause real damage over time. Your brain isn’t getting the oxygen it needs. Your cardiovascular system is under constant stress. Your body never reaches the deep, restorative stages of sleep that are essential for healing and maintenance.

Traditional medicine often approaches this problem after it’s already severe. You go to a sleep clinic, get diagnosed, and receive a CPAP machine. And while CPAP is lifesaving for many people, it’s not the only option, and for some patients, it’s not the right option. This is where sleep dentistry comes in.

A sleep dentist looks upstream. We examine the structural factors that are causing the airway restriction in the first place. We evaluate your jaw relationship, your tongue position, your tonsil size, and the overall space available for breathing. Using advanced diagnostic tools like 3D CBCT imaging and specialized medical imaging visualization and analysis software, we can see exactly where and how your airway is being compromised.

Why Your Regular Dentist Might Not Be Enough

Let me be clear: your general dentist is excellent at what they do. Cavity detection, cleanings, crowns, and routine oral health are their domain. But sleep-disordered breathing requires specialized knowledge that goes beyond traditional dental training.

A sleep dentist has completed extensive education in craniofacial development, airway anatomy, sleep physiology, and the medical implications of poor sleep. We understand how to interpret sleep studies. We know how to collaborate with sleep physicians, ENT specialists, and other healthcare providers. We’re trained in fabricating and adjusting oral appliances that reposition your jaw and tongue to maintain an open airway during sleep.

At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, serving Mansfield, Arlington, Burleson, Alvarado, and surrounding communities including Dallas, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, Lillian, and Midlothian, we’ve invested in the technology and training necessary to provide comprehensive airway-focused care. This isn’t a side service we offer. It’s central to our philosophy of whole-body wellness.

We follow what I call the “Three Legs of the Healing Stool” philosophy, which recognizes that true health requires addressing structural, nutritional, and emotional factors together. When it comes to sleep-disordered breathing, we can’t just treat symptoms. We need to understand why your airway is compromised and address those underlying causes while supporting your overall wellbeing.

The Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Most people who need a sleep dentist don’t realize it. They’ve normalized their symptoms. They think everyone wakes up tired. They assume snoring is just something that happens with age. They don’t connect their afternoon fatigue, morning headaches, or difficulty concentrating with what’s happening while they sleep.

Here are the signs that should prompt you to seek evaluation from a sleep dentist:

Your partner complains about your snoring. Chronic snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It’s a red flag that your airway is partially obstructed. Even if you don’t have full-blown sleep apnea, that obstruction is causing your body stress and preventing quality sleep.

You wake up with headaches or a dry mouth. When you’re breathing through your mouth all night because your airway is restricted, you wake up parched. Morning headaches often result from the oxygen deprivation and blood pressure fluctuations that occur during breathing interruptions.

You’re exhausted despite sleeping eight hours. If you’re getting adequate time in bed but still feel tired, something is wrong with your sleep quality. Sleep-disordered breathing prevents you from reaching the deep sleep stages your body needs for restoration.

You fall asleep easily during the day. Nodding off during meetings, while watching television, or even while driving is a serious warning sign. This level of daytime sleepiness indicates your nighttime sleep is severely compromised.

You have high blood pressure that’s difficult to control. There’s a strong connection between sleep-disordered breathing and hypertension. When your oxygen levels drop repeatedly throughout the night, your cardiovascular system suffers.

You grind your teeth at night. Bruxism is often your body’s attempt to move your jaw forward and open your airway during sleep. It’s a protective mechanism that indicates airway compromise.

Your tongue has scalloped edges. When you look in the mirror and your tongue shows indentations from pressing against your teeth, it indicates your tongue is too large for the available space in your mouth. This often correlates with airway restriction.

You have a small or recessed jaw. Facial structure plays a huge role in airway dimension. A dentist trained in airway evaluation can identify these structural factors during a routine examination.

What Happens During a Sleep Dentistry Evaluation

When you visit Central Park Dental & Orthodontics for a sleep-focused evaluation, we’re looking at factors most dentists don’t routinely assess. We examine the entire upper airway, not just your teeth.

We start with a comprehensive examination of your oral structures. We look at your tongue size and position, your soft palate, your tonsils, and the overall dimensions of your mouth and throat. We evaluate your jaw relationship and how your upper and lower teeth come together. We assess your facial proportions and bone structure.

Advanced imaging is crucial for this evaluation. With 3D CBCT technology, we can visualize your entire airway in three dimensions. We can measure the cross-sectional area at different points. We can identify exactly where narrowing occurs. This level of detail simply isn’t possible with traditional dental x-rays or even with medical imaging that’s not specifically focused on the airway.

We also use specialized medical imaging visualization and analysis software that allows us to analyze airway dimensions with precision. This technology helps us develop treatment plans that are based on objective data about your specific anatomy, not guesswork.

For many patients, we can provide home sleep testing directly at our office. This convenient option allows you to complete a sleep study in the comfort of your own bed, which often provides more accurate results than sleeping in an unfamiliar lab environment. It’s important to understand that while we facilitate access to home sleep testing, the clinical evaluation and interpretation of those results is performed by a qualified sleep physician. This collaborative approach ensures you receive proper medical diagnosis while benefiting from the convenience of testing at home. The data from this testing, combined with our clinical evaluation, gives us a complete picture of what’s happening with your breathing during sleep.

Treatment Options That Go Beyond CPAP

The standard medical treatment for obstructive sleep apnea is continuous positive airway pressure. CPAP machines work by creating a pressurized airstream that keeps your airway open throughout the night. For many people, CPAP is effective and life-changing. But compliance is a major issue. Studies show that roughly half of patients prescribed CPAP stop using it within the first year.

The reasons for poor CPAP compliance are understandable. The mask is uncomfortable. The pressure feels claustrophobic. The noise bothers your partner. You can’t sleep in your preferred position. Travel becomes complicated. The list goes on.

This is where oral appliance therapy becomes invaluable. A custom-fitted oral appliance works by repositioning your lower jaw slightly forward during sleep. This forward position pulls your tongue away from the back of your throat and increases the space available in your airway. It’s a mechanical solution to a mechanical problem.

Oral appliances are comfortable, quiet, portable, and easy to use. There are no masks, no machines, no electricity required. You simply insert the appliance before bed, and it maintains your jaw in the optimal position throughout the night.

But here’s what’s crucial: not all oral appliances are created equal, and proper fitting makes all the difference. A sleep dentist has the training to select the right appliance for your specific anatomy, to adjust it precisely for maximum effectiveness, and to monitor your progress over time. We work closely with your sleep physician to ensure your treatment is actually resolving your sleep-disordered breathing, not just making you feel more comfortable.

At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, we take a collaborative approach to care. We communicate with your other healthcare providers. We follow up regularly to assess your response to treatment. We make adjustments as needed. This isn’t a one-and-done intervention. It’s ongoing care that ensures you’re getting the maximum benefit.

The Technology That Makes Modern Sleep Dentistry Possible

Twenty years ago, sleep dentistry was largely guesswork. Dentists could identify obvious problems, but they lacked the tools to visualize the airway with precision or to measure treatment outcomes objectively.

That’s completely changed. Today’s sleep dentists have access to technology that allows us to see exactly what’s happening inside your airway and to track improvements with remarkable accuracy.

3D CBCT imaging has revolutionized airway evaluation. This cone beam computed tomography creates a three-dimensional image of your skull, jaw, and airway. We can rotate this image, view it from any angle, and measure dimensions at specific points. We can identify narrowing that would be invisible on traditional x-rays. We can see structural factors like nasal septal deviation or enlarged turbinates that contribute to airway restriction.

Specialized visualization and analysis software allows us to take this imaging data and create detailed reports on your airway function. We can measure the volume of your airway, identify the most restricted areas, and predict how different interventions might improve airflow. This technology transforms treatment planning from an art into a science.

Laser technology also plays a role in some airway treatments. While I won’t go into specific brands, advanced laser systems allow us to perform certain soft tissue procedures with minimal discomfort and rapid healing. These procedures can address excess tissue that contributes to airway obstruction.

The combination of these technologies, available right here in Mansfield, allows us to provide a level of care that simply wasn’t possible in the past. We’re not just treating symptoms. We’re addressing the underlying anatomical factors that cause sleep-disordered breathing.

The Whole-Body Impact of Untreated Sleep Issues

When you’re not sleeping well, nothing in your body works optimally. The effects of sleep-disordered breathing ripple outward, touching every system and every aspect of your health.

Your cardiovascular system bears a significant burden. Each time your oxygen level drops during a breathing interruption, your blood pressure spikes. Your heart rate becomes irregular. Over years, this repeated stress contributes to hypertension, heart disease, and increased stroke risk. Studies have shown that moderate to severe sleep apnea can double your risk of cardiovascular death.

Your metabolic health suffers as well. Poor sleep disrupts the hormones that regulate appetite and blood sugar. You’re more likely to develop insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. You’re more likely to struggle with weight gain, which further worsens airway obstruction, creating a vicious cycle.

Your cognitive function declines. The brain requires deep sleep for memory consolidation, cellular repair, and waste removal. When you’re constantly cycling between light sleep and wakefulness, these essential processes don’t occur. You experience difficulty concentrating, memory problems, and slower reaction times. Long-term, this may increase your risk of dementia and cognitive decline.

Your mood and mental health deteriorate. The connection between poor sleep and depression is well-established. When you’re exhausted all the time, everything feels harder. Anxiety increases. Irritability becomes your baseline. Relationships suffer.

Even your immune system is compromised. Deep sleep is when your body produces cytokines and other immune factors that fight infection and inflammation. Without adequate sleep, you’re more susceptible to illness and slower to recover.

This is why sleep dentistry isn’t just about stopping snoring or treating sleep apnea. It’s about protecting your long-term health. It’s about giving your body the restorative sleep it needs to function properly. It’s about adding healthy, vibrant years to your life.

Why Early Intervention Matters

The time to address sleep-disordered breathing is now, not after you’ve developed serious complications. Unfortunately, most people wait years between when symptoms start and when they seek help. They adapt to feeling tired. They normalize their partner’s complaints about snoring. They don’t recognize the gradual decline in their quality of life.

Early intervention can prevent the cascade of health problems that result from chronic poor sleep. If we can identify and address airway issues before they progress to severe sleep apnea, we can potentially prevent cardiovascular disease, metabolic dysfunction, and cognitive decline.

This is particularly important for children and adolescents. A sleep dentist can identify developing airway problems in young patients and intervene before facial growth is complete. Early orthodontic intervention that focuses on expanding the palate and developing the jaw properly can create adequate space for the tongue and airway, preventing sleep-disordered breathing later in life.

Even if you’re an adult who’s been living with symptoms for years, it’s not too late. Treatment can halt the progression of damage and allow your body to begin healing. Patients consistently report dramatic improvements in energy, mood, mental clarity, and overall wellbeing once their sleep-disordered breathing is properly managed.

The Collaborative Care Approach

Quality sleep dentistry doesn’t happen in isolation. At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, we believe in collaborative care that brings together multiple specialties to address your needs comprehensively.

We work closely with sleep physicians who can provide formal diagnosis and oversee your overall sleep health. We coordinate with ENT specialists who can address nasal obstruction, enlarged tonsils, or other anatomical factors. We consult with myofunctional therapists who can help retrain the muscles of your tongue and throat. We communicate with your primary care physician to ensure everyone understands how your sleep health affects your other medical conditions.

This team approach ensures you’re getting the most effective treatment possible. Your care isn’t fragmented across multiple providers who don’t talk to each other. Instead, we work together with a shared understanding of your goals and challenges.

This collaborative philosophy extends to how we think about health in general. True wellness isn’t just about fixing one problem. It’s about understanding how all the systems in your body interconnect. It’s about addressing root causes rather than just managing symptoms. It’s about supporting your body’s natural ability to heal when given the right conditions.

Finding the Right Sleep Dentist in North Texas

If you’re in Mansfield, Arlington, Burleson, Alvarado, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, Lillian, Midlothian, or surrounding areas, you don’t have to travel far to find comprehensive airway-focused dental care. But not all dentists who offer sleep services have the same level of training or commitment to this specialty.

Look for a dentist who has invested in advanced education specifically in sleep medicine and airway management. Credentials like Diplomate status from the American Sleep and Breathing Academy demonstrate a commitment to excellence and ongoing education in this field. Ask about their diagnostic technology. Do they have 3D imaging capabilities? Do they use specialized software for airway analysis? Do they facilitate access to sleep testing?

Ask about their approach to treatment. Are they offering oral appliances as part of a comprehensive evaluation and ongoing care, or are they simply selling devices? Do they collaborate with other healthcare providers? Do they follow up regularly to ensure treatment effectiveness?

Ask about their philosophy. Do they see sleep issues as isolated problems, or do they understand the whole-body impact? Are they willing to spend time educating you about your condition and explaining your options?

At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, we’re committed to providing the highest level of airway-focused care. Our recognition by D Magazine as Best Dentists from 2021-2025 reflects not just our clinical excellence but our dedication to staying at the forefront of advancing dental sleep medicine. Our features on NBC, ABC, FOX, CW, and CBS have helped raise awareness about the critical connection between dental health and sleep quality.

Taking the Next Step

If you’re reading this and recognizing your own symptoms, or if you’re concerned about a loved one’s sleep quality, the next step is simple: schedule an evaluation. Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen or for complications to develop.

A comprehensive sleep dentistry evaluation will give you answers. You’ll understand what’s happening with your airway. You’ll learn about your treatment options. You’ll have a clear path forward toward better sleep and better health.

Call us at 817-466-1200 to schedule your consultation. We’re conveniently located at 1101 Alexis Ct, Suite 101, Mansfield, TX 76063. We make the process as straightforward as possible, working with your schedule and coordinating with your other healthcare providers as needed.

You don’t have to accept poor sleep as normal. You don’t have to live with exhaustion, brain fog, and declining health. Solutions exist, and they’re more comfortable and effective than you might think.

The Investment in Your Long-Term Health

Addressing sleep-disordered breathing is one of the most important investments you can make in your health. Quality sleep affects literally everything else in your life. Your energy, your mood, your relationships, your performance at work, your physical health, your longevity—all of it improves when you’re sleeping well.

Yes, there’s an investment of time and resources involved in proper evaluation and treatment. But consider the alternative. Consider the cost of ongoing health problems. Consider the quality of life you’re sacrificing by living with untreated sleep issues. Consider the years you might lose to cardiovascular disease or other complications.

When you frame it that way, the decision becomes clear. Taking care of your airway and your sleep isn’t optional. It’s essential.

A Different Kind of Dental Practice

When you visit Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, you’ll notice we do things differently. We’re not just focused on your teeth. We’re focused on you as a whole person. We want to understand what’s happening in your body, what your health goals are, and how we can support you in achieving optimal wellness.

This whole-body approach means we’re looking at factors other dentists might overlook. We’re asking questions about your sleep, your energy levels, your overall health. We’re examining your airway, not just your teeth. We’re using advanced technology to see the complete picture.

We’re also committed to education. We want you to understand what’s happening in your body and why certain treatments are recommended. We take time to explain things clearly, answer your questions thoroughly, and ensure you feel confident in your care decisions.

This is dentistry reimagined. It’s healthcare that recognizes the mouth as an integral part of your overall health, not an isolated system. It’s care that looks upstream to identify and address problems before they become serious. It’s a partnership between you and your healthcare providers working toward a common goal: helping you live your healthiest, most vibrant life.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Dentistry

What’s the difference between a sleep dentist and a regular dentist?

A sleep dentist has completed advanced training beyond dental school that focuses specifically on how oral structures and jaw position affect breathing during sleep. While your regular dentist focuses on teeth, gums, and routine oral health, a sleep dentist evaluates your entire upper airway, including tongue position, soft palate configuration, jaw relationship, and overall airway dimensions. We use specialized diagnostic technology like 3D CBCT imaging and medical visualization software that most general dentists don’t have. We’re trained to recognize subtle signs of airway compromise and to provide treatments that improve breathing during sleep. Credentials like Diplomate status from the American Sleep and Breathing Academy indicate advanced training and commitment to this specialty.

How do I know if I have sleep-disordered breathing?

Common signs include chronic snoring, waking up gasping or choking, morning headaches, dry mouth upon waking, excessive daytime fatigue despite adequate time in bed, difficulty concentrating, mood changes, high blood pressure, and teeth grinding at night. Your partner might notice you stop breathing during sleep. You might find yourself falling asleep easily during the day. During a dental exam, we might notice a small or recessed jaw, a large tongue with scalloped edges, a narrow palate, enlarged tonsils, or other anatomical factors that suggest airway restriction. However, the only way to know for certain is through proper evaluation including clinical examination and sleep testing interpreted by a qualified sleep physician.

Can you treat sleep apnea without CPAP?

Yes, oral appliance therapy is an effective alternative for many patients with obstructive sleep apnea, particularly those with mild to moderate cases. These custom-fitted devices work by repositioning your lower jaw slightly forward during sleep, which keeps your airway open by pulling your tongue away from the back of your throat. Oral appliances are comfortable, quiet, portable, and much easier to use consistently than CPAP. However, they must be properly fitted and adjusted by a dentist with specialized training in sleep medicine. We work closely with your sleep physician to ensure the appliance is effectively managing your sleep apnea, using follow-up sleep testing to verify treatment success.

Is oral appliance therapy covered by insurance?

Many dental insurance plans provide coverage for oral appliances when they’re used to treat diagnosed sleep apnea. The specifics of coverage vary considerably between plans, so we recommend checking with your insurance provider about your benefits. We’ll provide all the documentation needed for your claim. Even if you don’t have coverage, many patients find the investment worthwhile given the dramatic improvement in sleep quality and overall health.

How long does it take to see results from an oral appliance?

Many patients notice improvement within the first few nights of wearing their appliance, reporting better sleep quality and reduced snoring. However, it can take several weeks to find the optimal adjustment that provides maximum airway opening with comfort. We schedule follow-up appointments to fine-tune the appliance position and ensure you’re getting the best possible results. Some patients require a period of adjustment as they get used to wearing the device, but most adapt quickly and wonder why they didn’t seek treatment sooner.

Can children benefit from sleep dentistry?

Absolutely. In fact, early intervention in children can prevent the development of sleep-disordered breathing as they grow. During childhood and adolescence, the facial bones are still developing, and we have opportunities to guide that growth in ways that ensure adequate airway space. Signs that a child might benefit from evaluation include mouth breathing, snoring, restless sleep, bedwetting beyond appropriate age, difficulty waking in the morning, behavioral problems, difficulty concentrating, and poor academic performance. We can identify developing problems and intervene with growth-guidance orthodontics that expand the palate and properly develop the jaw, creating space for the tongue and airway.

What happens if I stop using my oral appliance?

An oral appliance provides benefits only while you’re wearing it. If you stop using the device, your jaw returns to its natural position, and airway obstruction returns. This is similar to CPAP—the treatment works while you’re using it, but doesn’t permanently change your anatomy. However, some patients who combine oral appliance therapy with other interventions like weight loss, positional therapy, or myofunctional therapy may eventually reduce their dependence on the appliance. The key is consistent use and regular follow-up care.

How is sleep dentistry different from orthodontics?

While there’s overlap between the two fields, they have different primary goals. Traditional orthodontics focuses on straightening teeth and correcting bite relationships for functional and aesthetic reasons. Sleep-focused dentistry focuses on evaluating and treating airway problems that cause breathing difficulties during sleep. That said, orthodontic treatment that expands the palate and properly develops the jaws can significantly improve airway dimensions, which is why we consider airway impact when planning orthodontic treatment. In children particularly, growth-guidance orthodontics can prevent the development of airway problems later in life.

Do I need a referral from my doctor to see a sleep dentist?

You don’t necessarily need a referral to schedule an evaluation at our office. However, if you’re seeking treatment for diagnosed sleep apnea, we’ll need to coordinate with a sleep physician who can provide or confirm the diagnosis and oversee your overall sleep health. We’re happy to work with your existing healthcare providers or can recommend specialists if needed. Many patients come to us first with concerns about snoring or poor sleep, and we then help coordinate appropriate testing and diagnosis through collaboration with sleep physicians.

What makes Central Park Dental & Orthodontics different from other practices offering sleep services?

We’ve built our entire practice philosophy around comprehensive, airway-focused care. This isn’t a service we’ve added on—it’s central to how we approach dentistry. We’ve invested in advanced diagnostic technology including 3D CBCT imaging and specialized medical visualization software. We facilitate access to home sleep testing directly through our office for convenience, with clinical evaluation and interpretation provided by qualified sleep physicians. We follow a collaborative care model, working closely with sleep physicians, ENT specialists, and other providers. We emphasize whole-body wellness through our Three Legs of the Healing Stool philosophy, recognizing that optimal health requires addressing structural, nutritional, and emotional factors together. As a Diplomate of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy, I’ve demonstrated commitment to excellence in dental sleep medicine through rigorous training and examination. Our recognition by D Magazine as Best Dentists from 2021-2025 and our features on major networks reflect our commitment to excellence and innovation in airway-focused dental care.


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Educational Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Sleep-disordered breathing, including sleep apnea, is a serious medical condition that requires proper evaluation and diagnosis by qualified healthcare providers. Every patient’s situation is unique, and treatment recommendations should be based on individual assessment by a dentist or physician trained in sleep medicine. If you suspect you have sleep apnea or other sleep-related breathing problems, please schedule a consultation for proper evaluation. While we facilitate home sleep testing at our office, the clinical evaluation and interpretation of sleep study results is performed by qualified sleep physicians. The content in this post represents general information about sleep dentistry and airway-focused care and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of specific results. Always consult with your healthcare providers before making decisions about your treatment options.


Dr. Jiyoung Jung, Diplomate of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy, and the team at Central Park Dental & Orthodontics are committed to helping patients throughout Mansfield, Arlington, Burleson, Alvarado, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, Lillian, and Midlothian achieve better sleep and better health through comprehensive airway-focused care. To schedule your sleep dentistry evaluation, call 817-466-1200 or visit us at 1101 Alexis Ct, Suite 101, Mansfield, TX 76063.