You Don’t Have to Live With This.

Oral appliance therapy is highly effective for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea and is an excellent alternative for patients who can’t tolerate CPAP. Studies show compliance rates are much higher with oral appliances because they’re comfortable, quiet, and easy to travel with. For severe OSA, CPAP remains the gold standard, but an appliance may be used alongside it or as a backup. We coordinate with your sleep physician to find the most appropriate plan — and our in-house lab ensures your appliance fits perfectly from day one.

Yes. Island Dental has a specialist on staff at both our Franklin Square and Levittown locations who diagnoses and treats both sleep apnea and TMJ disorders. That means no outside appointments, and no repeating your history to a stranger. Your specialist works directly with our general dentists and in-house lab for seamless care. Everything is handled in one place by one coordinated team. Results and reviews don’t lie.

Yes — sleep apnea appliances are typically covered under medical insurance (not dental), since sleep apnea is a medical condition. Coverage varies by plan, but many patients are surprised by how much is covered once a sleep study confirms the diagnosis. We work with most major medical insurers and handle all pre-authorization and documentation for you. For any out-of-pocket costs, 0% financing is available so cost never stands between you and a good night’s sleep.

Our in-house dental lab at Island Dental means your custom oral appliance is made right here — not sent to an outside lab. Faster turnaround, more precise adjustments, better quality control. If your appliance needs a tweak at a follow-up visit, we can often handle it the same day at our Franklin Square or Levittown location.

A well-maintained appliance typically lasts 3 to 5 years, sometimes longer. We check the fit and condition at regular visits and can repair or adjust it quickly — often same-day, thanks to our in-house lab. Proper cleaning and storage extend its life significantly. When it’s time for a replacement, we already have your records and measurements on file, so the process is fast and easy.

Snoring is tissue vibration during sleep and can be harmless — but it can also be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, where the airway actually collapses and breathing stops repeatedly. The difference matters: untreated sleep apnea is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. If your snoring is loud, chronic, or accompanied by gasping, daytime fatigue, or morning headaches, a sleep evaluation is critical. Schedule a free consultation at Island Dental — we can help determine if an oral appliance is right for you and coordinate with your physician if a sleep study is needed.

Mild TMD symptoms sometimes ease on their own with rest, ice, and soft foods. But without addressing the root cause — bite imbalance, grinding, joint stress — many cases worsen over time, leading to chronic pain, limited jaw function, and tooth damage. At Island Dental, we always start with conservative, reversible treatments like custom nightguards, occlusal adjustment, or therapeutic Botox and only escalate if necessary. A free evaluation gives you answers and a clear plan. You don’t have to live with this.

Yes — and it’s common for these two conditions to overlap. Clenching and grinding (TMD drivers) often co-occur with sleep-disordered breathing, and treating one without addressing the other can limit your results. At Island Dental, we evaluate both together and design a plan that addresses your airway, jaw joint, and bite as a connected system. In some cases, a single custom appliance can help manage both conditions. All done in one place, by one coordinated team — with a specialist and in-house lab on site.