Dawson Dental

Peoria Dental Sleep Medicine

Overview

About Dental Sleep Medicine

Dr. Brandon Dawson provides physician-coordinated oral appliance therapy through Restful Sleep Center, located inside Dawson Dental in Peoria. A medical provider establishes the sleep apnea diagnosis and directs medical care. Dr. Dawson evaluates your dental health, fits and adjusts an appropriate appliance, and monitors your teeth, bite, and jaw joints over time. Learn how to get started or call 623-566-1310.

Key Takeaways

Dr. Dawson works with your physician to provide personalized oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, including careful dental evaluation, fitting, adjustments, and follow-up.

A custom oral appliance can be an effective option for appropriate patients, especially when CPAP is difficult to use consistently. The appliance is fitted and adjusted for comfort and function.

Dr. Dawson evaluates whether a custom oral appliance is appropriate from a dental standpoint and coordinates treatment with your diagnosing physician.

Follow-up with Dr. Dawson and your physician helps monitor comfort, dental side effects, and whether the appliance is controlling your obstructive sleep apnea.

Sleep Apnea Treatments

Dr. Brandon Dawson is highly trained in dental sleep medicine and works with physicians to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) through custom oral appliance therapy. Your physician diagnoses OSA and guides your overall medical care; Dr. Dawson evaluates your oral health, fits the appliance, and provides ongoing dental follow-up.

CPAP is an effective treatment option for OSA when used consistently. For appropriate patients who cannot tolerate CPAP or prefer another option, a custom oral appliance may also be effective. The right choice depends on your medical needs, preferences, treatment response, and ability to use it consistently.

Custom Oral Appliances

A custom oral appliance gently supports the lower jaw forward during sleep to help keep the airway open. Dr. Dawson evaluates your teeth, gums, bite, and jaw joints, then fits and adjusts a lab-made appliance for your needs.

Oral appliance therapy can be a less cumbersome alternative to CPAP machines for eligible patients. Follow-up with Dr. Dawson and your physician helps assess comfort, side effects, and whether treatment is working.

Physician Diagnosis and Dental Consultation

If you suspect sleep apnea, your physician can arrange the appropriate evaluation and sleep testing. After a medical diagnosis, Dr. Dawson reviews your history and examines your teeth, gums, bite, and jaw to determine whether oral appliance therapy is suitable from a dental standpoint.

Dr. Dawson coordinates with your physician so your oral appliance treatment fits your overall care plan. Your physician may recommend follow-up sleep testing to confirm how well the appliance is controlling your OSA.

Benefits of Treatment

For many appropriate patients, a custom oral appliance can reduce snoring and sleep apnea symptoms, especially when it is worn consistently. Your experience and response will depend on your condition and should be checked with follow-up care.

Dr. Dawson adjusts the appliance for comfort and effectiveness and monitors for dental or bite changes over time. Ongoing physician follow-up helps confirm that your sleep apnea remains well managed.

How It Works

Start with a physician diagnosis of OSA or ask us how to begin an evaluation. Dr. Dawson then completes a dental assessment, discusses your options, and coordinates with your physician before beginning oral appliance therapy.

After the appliance is made, Dr. Dawson fits it, guides gradual adjustments, and checks your comfort and oral health. Your physician can order follow-up sleep testing to verify effectiveness, and periodic visits help keep treatment on track.

Restful Sleep Center

Restful Sleep Center is Dr. Dawson’s dedicated dental sleep medicine practice. It focuses on custom oral appliance therapy for people with obstructive sleep apnea and coordinates with their physicians from evaluation through follow-up. Visit Restful Sleep Center for more information about treatment and getting started.

Interested in oral appliance therapy? Call Dawson Dental at (623) 566-1310 or contact our office.

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Less than a year ago, I had a crown replaced by Dr. Dawson. All was well until recently. It just didn't feel right. He took x-rays and then without any hesitation offered to replace it at no charge. This was successfully completed yesterday. Thank you, Dr. Dawson. Once again... all is well. I was originally referred to this dental office about seven years ago by a friend, but I live about seven miles away. Over the years, I've had my teeth cleaned here every six months along with other needs. I always notice all the other dental offices while driving to this office. Two years ago, I was apprehensive with the change of leadership that took place and considered some of those closer options. I'm not going anywhere else though, because Dr. Dawson and the team continue to offer great service.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been going to the dental for this dentist for about 10+ years. I have had nothing but excellent experience. Lis has been an excellent asset to the company without her help I would’ve left when Dr. Ostler left but because of Liz I stayed and the service is always the best I highly recommend Dr. Dawson they work with you they have knowledge and they know what they’re doing if you have any information, call Lis, she has all the answers
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My previous dentist retired and Dawson Dental took over; I’ve been with them a little over a year and before today only had twice a year cleanings done; all three cleanings that I had done were excellent; today I had to get three fillings with two on one side and one on the other. Never felt the shots and never had any pain through the entire process. In and out in less than an hour. My wife or I also never have felt pressured to have additional dental work done. Highly recommend Dawson Dental
  
 
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is dental sleep medicine?

Dental sleep medicine includes screening for sleep-related breathing concerns and providing oral appliance therapy for patients whose physician has diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea. A custom appliance can be an effective treatment option for appropriate patients.

How does a custom oral appliance work?

A custom oral appliance keeps the airway open during sleep by repositioning the jaw or tongue. This helps reduce snoring and improve airflow, leading to better sleep.

What are the benefits of using a dental sleep appliance?

For appropriate patients, a custom oral appliance can reduce snoring and obstructive sleep apnea symptoms. It is a less cumbersome option for some people who cannot tolerate CPAP, and follow-up testing helps confirm effectiveness.

How do I know if I need a dental sleep appliance?

Your physician diagnoses obstructive sleep apnea and helps determine the appropriate treatment. Dr. Dawson can evaluate your teeth, gums, bite, and jaw to see whether a custom oral appliance is a good fit, then coordinate care with your physician.

How long does it take to see results from a sleep appliance?

Some patients notice symptom changes as the appliance is adjusted, but the timeline and response vary. Follow-up with your physician, including sleep testing when recommended, helps confirm whether it is working.