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Sleep Apnea
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Stop snoring and sleep through the night with a custom oral appliance from Dr. Joseph Goodman, no CPAP mask required. Choose your dentist wisely.

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An Easy Alternative to the CPAP Machine

Sleep apnea treatment in Beverly Hills can be as simple as a custom mouthpiece. If you snore, wake up tired, and dread the CPAP mask, there is another path. At his office on South Beverly Drive, Dr. Joseph Goodman fits custom oral appliances, dental-trained in Germany and the United States. The device slips over your teeth and holds your airway open at night. You sleep quietly and wake up rested.

Here is how the process works. A physician diagnoses sleep apnea first, usually with a sleep study. Dr. Goodman then fits the appliance and works alongside your sleep doctor. He tells you upfront whether an appliance suits your case, and he coordinates the plan with your physician. Below you will find the signs, how the appliance works, who it suits, how it compares to CPAP, and what it costs.

What is sleep apnea, and why treat it?

Sleep apnea is a disorder where your breathing stops and starts while you sleep. In obstructive sleep apnea, the throat muscles relax and block the airway. These pauses can happen 30 or more times an hour. Your oxygen drops, your sleep never deepens, and your heart works harder.

Treating it changes your days as much as your nights. Deep sleep comes back, and your focus, memory, and energy come back with it. Mayo Clinic ties the oxygen drops in sleep apnea to higher blood pressure. Dr. Goodman spots the physical signs at routine visits, often before anyone mentions snoring. A narrow jaw, a high palate, and crowded teeth all reduce the room your airway needs. He treats breathing as the base of good health. His goal is to help more patients breathe better, and live better for it. You screen for the signs at your regular dental checkup here.

What are the signs you should not ignore?

Sleep apnea shows up at night and during the day. The loudest clue is heavy snoring broken by pauses and gasps. By day, you feel tired no matter how long you slept. Watch for the seven signs below, and mention them to your doctor or to us.

  • Loud, frequent snoring most nights
  • Gasping or choking awakenings during the night
  • Pauses in breathing a partner notices
  • Morning headaches or a dry, sore throat
  • Daytime sleepiness, even after a full night
  • Waking often through the night to urinate
  • Trouble focusing, irritability, or mood swings

Snoring alone does not always mean sleep apnea. Many people snore without the dangerous pauses. Still, loud snoring with daytime fatigue deserves a closer look. Dr. Goodman reviews your symptoms and points you toward a sleep study to confirm the cause.

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241 1/2 S Beverly Dr Suite 201,
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Dr. Joseph Goodman, DDS, DMD
California License 47521

Office Hours

Monday – 9:00am – 7:30pm
Tuesday – 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday – 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday – 8:00am – 5:30pm
Friday – 8:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday – Closed

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Oral appliance, CPAP, or surgery?

Sleep apnea has three main treatment paths. CPAP pushes pressurized air through a mask to hold the airway open. An oral appliance moves the jaw forward to do the same job without a mask. Surgery reshapes the airway in select cases. Severity matters, and so does the device you will use every night. Roughly 936 million adults worldwide have obstructive sleep apnea, so this choice is a common one.

Option How it works Best for
Oral appliance A custom mouthpiece holds the jaw forward Mild to moderate cases, or CPAP-intolerant
CPAP machine A mask streams pressurized air all night The standard for severe apnea
Surgery A procedure reshapes the airway or jaw Select cases where anatomy blocks the airway

CPAP controls even severe apnea, and it is the right first choice for many people. Still, 30 to 50 percent of patients stop using it. Researchers grade treatments by mean disease alleviation, which counts nightly use alongside effect. By that measure oral appliances score about 62 percent, and CPAP about 60 percent. The device you wear beats the device you own. Dr. Goodman scans your airway signs, fits the appliance, and tunes it over months with your sleep doctor. He does this work because breathing well reaches everything else. Your heart, your energy, your mood, and the years ahead of you.

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How does a dentist treat sleep apnea?

Dr. Goodman treats sleep apnea with a custom oral appliance. The device looks like a retainer and fits over your upper and lower teeth. It holds your lower jaw slightly forward to keep the airway open. It suits many patients with mild to moderate apnea, and those who set CPAP aside. Dr. Goodman starts with a digital scan instead of a mold. He then tunes an adjustable device over time, which protects your jaw joint as you adapt. An oral appliance tends to suit you if these apply.

  • A sleep study confirms mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea
  • CPAP feels claustrophobic, or you gave up on the mask
  • Snoring is your main complaint
  • You have healthy teeth to anchor the device
  • You travel often and want something portable
  • You want a quiet option with no hose or power

Dr. Goodman advances the jaw slowly, never all at once. He arranges a follow-up sleep test to confirm the appliance is working. He proves the result rather than assuming it. One office handles the fitting, the tuning, and the proof. When your numbers call for more support, he plans the next step with your sleep doctor.

Why choose Dr. Goodman

Dr. Joseph Goodman DDS DMD has practiced in Beverly Hills for 27 years. He trained in Germany and the United States, and he holds California License 47521. His patients now span three generations of the same families. He treats breathing as the base of good health, not as a side service. That belief shapes how he looks at every mouth he examines.

Most airway cases here begin at a routine visit, not a sleep complaint. He asks about your mornings before you think to mention them. When an appliance is the right step, he fits it and tunes it over months. He then orders a follow-up sleep test to confirm the appliance is working. Sedation is available for any visit if dental care makes you anxious. One office handles the fitting, the tuning, and the proof.

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How much does an oral appliance cost in Beverly Hills?

A custom oral appliance and a CPAP machine differ in cost, and coverage varies by plan. A CPAP runs less up front, but over years of masks, filters, and supplies, a custom appliance often costs less in the long run. Dr. Goodman reviews your benefits and gives you a clear cost breakdown before any treatment begins. We also offer financing and payment plans.

Oral appliances count as durable medical equipment, so medical insurance and Medicare often cover them when a physician prescribes the device. Coverage varies by plan, and our team checks your medical benefits before any work. Dr. Goodman gives you a clear quote first, and he never fits a device he does not believe will help. If nerves make the visits hard, we offer sedation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is an oral appliance as effective as CPAP?

It depends on your severity and how consistently you use each one. CPAP reduces apnea more on average and remains the standard for severe cases. An oral appliance works best for mild to moderate apnea. Harvard lists oral appliances among the nonsurgical treatments for obstructive sleep apnea. Many patients wear an appliance far more faithfully than a mask, so it wins in real life.

Do I need a sleep study before an oral appliance?

Yes. A physician diagnoses sleep apnea through a sleep study before any device is made. The study counts how often your breathing stops each hour and sets your severity. The Mayo Clinic describes the sleep study as the way sleep apnea is diagnosed and graded. Dr. Goodman helps you arrange testing, then fits the appliance once results are in.

Can an oral appliance treat every kind of sleep apnea?

No. An oral appliance treats obstructive sleep apnea, where the airway is blocked. Central sleep apnea comes from brain signaling, not a blockage, so a mouthpiece will not fix it. The Cleveland Clinic explains the difference between obstructive and central sleep apnea. A clear diagnosis comes first, so we treat the right problem.

Will an oral appliance stop my snoring?

Often, yes, since an oral appliance opens the airway that causes snoring. By moving your jaw forward, it reduces the vibration behind most snoring. Many patients snore far less, or stop, once the device fits well. Keep in mind that snoring does not always mean sleep apnea. Loud snoring with pauses, though, can point to it. Dr. Goodman treats the apnea first, and quieter nights usually follow. He confirms the result with a follow-up check.

What happens if I leave sleep apnea untreated?

Untreated sleep apnea does more than make you tired. The nightly drops in oxygen strain your heart and your blood vessels. Over time, sleep apnea raises your risk of high blood pressure and heart problems. Daytime drowsiness also makes accidents more likely at work and on the road. Untreated sleep apnea is even linked to far more car crashes. Treating it protects your sleep, your heart, and your safety. Dr. Goodman helps you act before the risks grow.

What if an oral appliance is not enough for me?

You still have good options if an appliance is not enough. Some patients pair the appliance with a CPAP for tougher nights. Other treatments range from lifestyle changes to positive airway pressure. Surgery can help when your anatomy is the main blockage. Dr. Goodman never forces one path or treats an appliance as the only answer. He coordinates with your sleep doctor on the next step. Your results guide every change to the treatment plan.

The information on this page is provided to help you understand sleep apnea and the cosmetic services Dr. Goodman provides. It is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or individualized treatment. (For personalized guidance, please schedule an appointment with our licensed dental professional.)

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