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If you or your partner struggle with loud snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, or a CPAP machine you just can’t get comfortable wearing, we can help. Led by Dr. Haider Kalhan—an active member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine—we design custom, pocket-sized oral appliances that gently keep your airway open while you sleep, with no masks, hoses, or noise.
How does a sleep apnea oral appliance work?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) occurs when the muscles of the throat relax during sleep, allowing the lower jaw, soft palate, and base of the tongue to fall backward and collapse against the airway wall. These repeated blockages—which can last 10 seconds to over a minute and happen dozens of times every hour—trigger micro-arousals that fragment your deep sleep cycles and spike blood pressure.
A custom sleep apnea oral appliance—clinically known as a Mandibular Advancement Device (MAD)—looks similar to a slim orthodontic retainer or precision sports mouthguard worn over your upper and lower teeth. By gently holding your lower jaw in a slightly forward, relaxed position while you sleep, the appliance mechanically widens the upper airway and prevents the tongue and soft tissues from collapsing, eliminating both snoring vibrations and dangerous breathing pauses.
Whisper-quiet & mask-free
Sleep comfortably in any position without claustrophobic face straps, air leaks, dry nasal passages, or the hum of a bedside air pump.
Travel-ready freedom
Compact enough to slip into a coat pocket or carry-on bag for flights, camping in the Pacific Northwest, and hotel stays—zero power outlets needed.
3D digital precision fit
Engineered from gag-free iTero® 3D intraoral scans and medical-grade polymers with micro-adjustable hinges that also protect teeth from nightly grinding.
Because Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a diagnosed medical condition that directly impacts cardiovascular and neurological health, custom FDA-cleared sleep apnea oral appliances are frequently covered under medical insurance plans rather than standard dental benefits. Our knowledgeable administrative team in Everett helps coordinate the necessary documentation from your sleep study and physician prescription.
For patients paying out of pocket, managing high medical deductibles, or seeking a custom anti-snoring appliance, Sunrise Dental Everett partners with CareCredit to offer flexible monthly financing. You will always receive a clear, transparent breakdown of your expected investment before we fabricate your custom device.
* Coverage varies by individual medical policy and sleep study diagnosis. Contact our office for complete details.
Who is an ideal candidate for a sleep apnea appliance?
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) recommends custom oral appliance therapy for adults experiencing any of the following:
- Mild-to-Moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Proven first-line therapy to lower your Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) and restore healthy blood oxygen levels.
- CPAP Intolerance: Ideal if you have moderate-to-severe sleep apnea but cannot tolerate CPAP mask claustrophobia, air pressure, skin irritation, or hose tangling.
- Loud, Chronic Primary Snoring: Stops soft-palate vibration at its source so both you and your sleeping partner can enjoy silent, uninterrupted rest.
Your step-by-step path to better sleep
We make getting fitted for a custom sleep apnea oral appliance in Everett simple, comfortable, and completely gag-free:
We review your existing sleep study results (or help coordinate a convenient home sleep apnea test with a sleep physician) and evaluate your airway dimensions, teeth, and TMJ health.
Instead of messy, gag-inducing impression putty, we use our iTero® 3D intraoral scanner to capture an exact digital map of your teeth and your comfortable forward jaw position.
Your digital files are sent to an accredited dental sleep laboratory where your thin, durable, biocompatible Mandibular Advancement Device is CAD/CAM milled for a comfortable, natural fit.
At your delivery visit, we verify a snug, comfortable fit, provide a morning jaw aligner to keep your bite balanced, and guide you through gradual micro-adjustments (titration) for optimal airflow.
Once your snoring stops and daytime energy returns, we coordinate with your sleep physician to confirm your AHI improvement and check your appliance at your regular dental checkups.
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"I have been getting my dental care done here, including extractions, full top dentures, bottom partials, and multiple crowns. The doctors are amazing—I would highly recommend this office to any and all!"
Patient-centered comfort & flexible financing
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