Florida Dental Sleep Disorders Blog

Dentists have been helping people get relief from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) using oral appliance therapy for years, and when patients learn about this, many assume they can just call up a dental office and pick up an appliance that day. Unfortunately, this is not quite how the process works. There are a multitude of steps a person must take in order to get an oral appliance and ensure that it is the right treatment for them. What are they? How can you start? Today, we’ll walk you through the process step by step so you can know exactly how to get sleep apnea treatment. (more…)

After talking to your doctor and having a sleep test performed, you’ve found out that you actually have obstructive sleep apnea. This is both good and bad news because your sleep has been a problem for a while now, and you’re just happy to know why, even if it means that you have a serious disorder. Now comes the matter of treatment, or more specifically, paying for it. You have insurance, but you don’t actually know if they cover sleep apnea treatment or not. Dealing with insurance companies can be a confusing process, so today, we’re going to answer a few basic questions to make it easier for you to afford the treatment you need. (more…)

If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you’re probably very aware of the impact it can have on how you feel throughout the day. Waking up in the morning is always a challenge, and it’s difficult for you to focus at work while you’re yawning all day. These effects are pretty well known, but did you know it could also be affecting your weight? It’s true! Today, we’re going to share how sleep apnea can sabotage your diet and make you pack on the pounds even if you diet and exercise regularly. (more…)

If you’re a truck driver or train engineer, there was probably a story in the news last week that caught your eye. U.S. officials recently announced that they are “abandoning plans to require sleep apnea screening for truck drivers and train engineers.” Needless to say, this has many people up in arms, and this includes many doctors who regularly treat sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a very serious disorder that affects about 20 million people each night, and for people in these professions, it can easily put them and others in serious danger every day. Today, we’re going to discuss what sleep apnea actually is, and how sleep testing could possibly save your life. (more…)

Whether you realize it or not, you probably have a favorite sleeping position. It might be on your back, side, stomach, or even draped over a pillow. For most people, this is just a personal choice, but for those suffering from chronic sleep issues, such as sleep apnea, choosing the right sleep position could help manage the condition and allow them to finally sleep comfortably throughout the night. So the question is, which position should you sleep in if you have sleep apnea? Today, we’ll discuss how this one little thing can have such a large effect. (more…)

You wake up in the morning feeling fully rested, and you couldn’t be more grateful. After years of sleepless nights and exhausted days, Dr. Kenneth Mogell was able to help you finally get the obstructive sleep apnea treatment you needed. He walked you through the process of getting a diagnosis, and then he provided you with a simple to use oral appliance that helps you sleep soundly every night. You just wish there was a way you could truly thank him for everything he’s done for you, but a card or a nice e-mail just doesn’t seem like enough.

Truthfully, if you really want to show your appreciation for our practice, the best thing you can actually do is refer your friends and family to us. It’s the biggest compliment you can give, and in actuality, you could also be helping a person who desperately needs it. (more…)

We are proud to announce that our own Dr. Kenneth Mogell has been awarded the designation of Diplomate by the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine for his outstanding sleep apnea treatment in Jupiter. How did he earn this award? What does this mean for his patients? Today, we’re going to answer these questions and let you know why this is such excellent news. (more…)