Because few dentists in the region offer dental sleep medicine, patients travel to us from Boca Raton to Jupiter — including Royal Palm Beach, Wellington, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Greenacres, Palm Beach Gardens, Boynton Beach, and Delray Beach.
Sleep better without the CPAP machine
Obstructive sleep apnea happens when the airway collapses during sleep, interrupting your breathing and leaving you exhausted. Many patients can't tolerate a CPAP machine — so we offer dental sleep medicine instead. A slim, custom oral appliance keeps your airway open all night, reducing snoring and helping you wake up rested. We fit and adjust it here in Royal Palm Beach and coordinate with your physician.
Board-credentialed in dental sleep medicine and craniofacial pain. Care here is led by Dr. Sunitha Sirivolu, DMD, FAGD, MAGD, DABCP, DABDSM, FAACP — a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Diplomate of the American Board of Craniofacial Pain, a Fellow of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, and both a Fellow and a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry. Holding diplomate status in both fields is uncommon, and it's why patients travel to us from across Palm Beach County. More about our TMJ & Sleep care →
What to expect
- Consultation. We review your symptoms and sleep study, and coordinate with your doctor on diagnosis.
- Custom appliance. Digital impressions produce a precise, comfortable device made just for your mouth.
- Fine-tuning & follow-up. We adjust the fit and confirm it's working so you sleep — and breathe — better.
Why patients choose us for sleep apnea
- Comfortable, travel-friendly alternative to CPAP.
- Coordination with your physician for diagnosis and follow-up.
- Superbill and paperwork provided so you can file your medical claim, plus in-house financing.
- 22+ years caring for Palm Beach County families.
Related treatments
Jaw pain or clenching alongside poor sleep? See TMJ & jaw pain treatment, or start at our combined TMJ & Sleep Center. Booking for the whole household? Explore family & children's dentistry, or return to the homepage.
Sleep apnea FAQs
Sleep apnea questions, answered
What is oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea?
Oral appliance therapy uses a custom-fitted mouthpiece, worn only while you sleep, that gently holds your lower jaw forward to keep the airway open. It's a comfortable, quiet alternative to a CPAP machine for many patients.
Is an oral appliance a real alternative to CPAP?
For snoring and mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea, a custom oral appliance is a recognized alternative to CPAP and is often preferred because it's small, silent, and travel-friendly. We coordinate with your physician on diagnosis and follow-up.
How much does a sleep apnea oral appliance cost in Royal Palm Beach?
Cost depends on which appliance your case calls for, so we give you the figure in writing after your evaluation rather than quoting a range up front. Because sleep apnea is a medical diagnosis, the appliance goes through your medical insurance rather than dental. We do not bill medical insurance directly — we give you a superbill and the documentation you need to file the claim and be reimbursed.
Is snoring the same as sleep apnea?
Not always — but loud, chronic snoring can be a warning sign of obstructive sleep apnea. If you snore heavily, wake up tired, or a partner notices you stop breathing, we can help arrange testing and treatment.
Does insurance cover sleep apnea treatment?
Because sleep apnea is a medical condition, treatment is often covered in part by medical insurance rather than dental. We do not bill medical directly — we provide a superbill and all supporting paperwork so you can file and be reimbursed — and we offer in-house financing for any balance.
Do you bill my medical insurance for sleep apnea treatment?
We do not bill medical insurance directly. We provide all the necessary paperwork — a superbill with the correct codes and supporting documentation — so you can file the claim and be compensated by your medical insurance for sleep apnea treatment. We also work with a sleep physician to arrange your sleep study before treatment and a follow-up study afterward, to confirm the appliance is doing its job.