Support better rest · Novi, Michigan
Better rest starts with the right conversation.
If snoring or restless nights are affecting your days, learn where dental care may fit within a medically guided sleep plan.
Shah & Velilla DDS Care that starts with you.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
A clear picture.
A confident next step.
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway repeatedly narrows or closes during sleep. Loud snoring, witnessed breathing pauses, or daytime sleepiness deserve a medical evaluation. A sleep clinician diagnoses the condition; a dentist can assess whether a custom oral appliance may be appropriate as part of the prescribed care.
- Recognize symptoms worth discussing
- Understand the role of oral appliances
- Coordinate dental and medical follow-up
Your care, step by step
What the process can look like.
We explain your options and make room for your questions at every stage.
- 01
Begin with a diagnosis
A medical sleep evaluation establishes whether sleep apnea is present and guides treatment decisions.
- 02
Explore dental support
For appropriate patients, a custom oral appliance can help hold the lower jaw forward during sleep. We assess your teeth, jaw, and suitability.
- 03
Monitor your response
Fit adjustments, dental reviews, and follow-up sleep testing through your medical team help assess effectiveness.
Worth knowing
Good care goes beyond the appointment.
An oral appliance is not the right treatment for every type or severity of sleep apnea. CPAP or other medical care may be recommended. Appliances can cause jaw soreness, tooth discomfort, or bite changes and require monitoring.
Is snoring always sleep apnea?
No, but the two can occur together. Breathing pauses, gasping, or daytime sleepiness are reasons to seek a medical assessment.
Can a night guard treat sleep apnea?
A standard grinding guard is not the same as a prescribed sleep appliance. Do not substitute one for a diagnosed sleep treatment.
Can I stop using CPAP?
Discuss any change with your sleep clinician. Dental appliance care should be coordinated with the medical team managing your condition.
Shah & Velilla DDS · Novi, MI
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