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June 15, 2024

Thinking Beyond the Mask: Why Dental Sleep Medicine is Changing Lives

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By Dr. Ambereen Fatima, DDS, FICOI, FAAIP

Lead Dentist at Innova Smiles Dental

Medically reviewed by Dr. Ambereen Fatima, DDS, FICOI, FAAIP • Last reviewed June 15, 2024
Thinking Beyond the Mask: Why Dental Sleep Medicine is Changing Lives

The CPAP Alternative: A New Era of Quiet, Restful Sleep

If you’ve been diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), you know the "standard" recommendation: the CPAP machine. While CPAP is effective, for many patients, the mask, the noise, and the hoses make it nearly impossible to get a good night's sleep.

At Innova Smiles, we offer a scientifically proven, comfortable alternative: Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT).

Why Patients are Choosing Oral Appliances

1. Silent and Partner-Friendly

Unlike the hum of a machine, an oral appliance is completely silent. It’s a small, custom-made device—similar to a sports mouthguard—that you wear while you sleep. It gently repositions your jaw to keep your airway open, preventing those "stop-breathing" events.

2. High Compliance Means Better Health

The best medical treatment is the one you actually use. Studies show that patients are far more likely to wear a dental appliance throughout the entire night than a CPAP mask. Higher compliance means lower risks for heart disease, stroke, and chronic fatigue.

3. Travel with Ease

Forget the bulky carrying cases and distilled water. Our oral appliances fit in your pocket. Whether you're flying or camping, you can bring your sleep therapy with you anywhere, no electricity required.

Is it Right for You?

Oral Appliance Therapy is an FDA-approved treatment for mild-to-moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea. It’s also the primary solution for chronic snoring that isn't related to apnea.

Your Journey to Better Rest

We use our advanced iTero 5D scanning technology to create a 3D digital map of your mouth. There are no messy putties or gagging—just a precise, comfortable fit that is designed to help you wake up refreshed.

Schedule your sleep consultation today and see if the CPAP alternative is right for you.

Take the next step for your dental health

Whether you need a routine cleaning or a complete cosmetic smile transformation, our team in Marlborough is here to help.

Questions? Call us at (508) 481-0110

Innova Smiles Dental serves patients in Marlborough, MA and nearby communities including Hudson, Westborough, Northborough, Southborough, Sudbury, Framingham, Hopkinton, and Shrewsbury.

Dr. Ambereen Fatima
DDS, FICOI

Dr. Ambereen Fatima, DDS

Implant & Cosmetic Dentist

Dr. Fatima is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) and the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (AAIP). With a focus on minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry, she combines artistry with evidence-based medicine.

NYU College of DentistryInvisalign ProviderAACD Member

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