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Santa Monica Sleep Apnea Dentist

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When dental care supports deeper, healthier sleep

Snoring, poor sleep, and daytime fatigue can affect your focus, mood, and long-term health. A Santa Monica sleep apnea dentist works alongside your physician to support airway health and improve sleep quality.

At Best Natural Smile, we focus on oral appliance therapy for patients who have already completed a sleep study. Our approach is collaborative, conservative, and centered on comfort.

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Why patients explore sleep dentistry here

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Non-Invasive Options

For some patients, a custom oral appliance offers a comfortable alternative to CPAP therapy. These appliances gently reposition the jaw to help keep the airway open during sleep.
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Personalized MAD Appliances

We provide custom mandibular advancement devices (MADs) designed to gently reposition the jaw and support better airflow during sleep.
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Team-Based Care

We work with your sleep physician and follow their diagnosis and recommendations. Our role is to support treatment through a properly fitted dental appliance.

What is sleep dentistry?

Sleep dentistry focuses on oral appliances that help manage obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. These appliances are worn at night and designed to keep the airway open by adjusting jaw position.

Our role includes:

  • Reviewing your sleep study results
  • Designing and fitting a custom oral appliance
  • Monitoring comfort, fit, and effectiveness over time

We don’t diagnose sleep apnea in the office. A sleep study is required before treatment begins.

Payment options for sleep apnea treatment

Oral appliance therapy is a specialized service, and coverage varies depending on your insurance plan and diagnosis. Costs depend on the type of appliance and follow-up care involved.

Before moving forward, we’ll:

  • Review your sleep study and physician recommendations
  • Explain expected costs and what your insurance may help cover
  • Walk you through the process so you know what to plan for

For patients without insurance coverage, we’ll discuss available options to help make care manageable.

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In their own words

“I consistently have an outstanding experience here. Given the well-established link between oral health and physical and brain health, I feel like Best Natural Smile is taking great care of me all around. I know many people get anxiety when going to the dentist. I’m sure a key reason why I’ve never experienced that is because of the calm and competent experts at Best Natural Smile.”

- Patrick

“This was my second time at Best Natural Smile this year. Christina does such an amazing and thorough dental cleaning. She's really gentle and careful. Dr. Feitelberg did my dental exam, and she was very thorough and really explained well what areas I may need to pay attention to down the road. All in all, a wonderful experience once again.”

- Meg

“Christina has been my dental hygienist for years. She is very gentle, friendly, and a wonderful professional. The practice has all the latest generation equipment and is very organized.”

- Carolina

“Wonderful experience at Best Natural Smile. Everyone is very kind and caring. The office is state-of-the-art. Highly Recommend”

- Heather

“From the moment I walk into Best Natural Smile practice in Santa Monica, Christina greets me with a warm smile and genuine enthusiasm. Her professionalism and friendly demeanor immediately put me at ease — no small feat for someone who usually dreads dental visits!”

- Leah

The google icon 200+ 5-star reviews

In their own words

The google icon 200+ 5-star reviews

In their own words

“I consistently have an outstanding experience here. Given the well-established link between oral health and physical and brain health, I feel like Best Natural Smile is taking great care of me all around. I know many people get anxiety when going to the dentist. I’m sure a key reason why I’ve never experienced that is because of the calm and competent experts at Best Natural Smile.”

- Patrick

“This was my second time at Best Natural Smile this year. Christina does such an amazing and thorough dental cleaning. She's really gentle and careful. Dr. Feitelberg did my dental exam, and she was very thorough and really explained well what areas I may need to pay attention to down the road. All in all, a wonderful experience once again.”

- Meg

“Christina has been my dental hygienist for years. She is very gentle, friendly, and a wonderful professional. The practice has all the latest generation equipment and is very organized.”

- Carolina

“Wonderful experience at Best Natural Smile. Everyone is very kind and caring. The office is state-of-the-art. Highly Recommend”

- Heather

“From the moment I walk into Best Natural Smile practice in Santa Monica, Christina greets me with a warm smile and genuine enthusiasm. Her professionalism and friendly demeanor immediately put me at ease — no small feat for someone who usually dreads dental visits!”

- Leah

Your Questions, Answered

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Do you diagnose sleep apnea?

No. A formal sleep study is required. Once you have a diagnosis, we can help with oral appliance therapy if recommended.
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How does an oral appliance work?

The appliance gently repositions the lower jaw to help keep the airway open during sleep. This can reduce airway collapse and improve airflow.
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Is an oral appliance more comfortable than CPAP?

Many patients find oral appliances easier to wear and travel with. Comfort depends on your anatomy and the severity of your sleep apnea.
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Who is a good candidate for Santa Monica sleep apnea dentist care?

Patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea or those who struggle with CPAP may be good candidates. We confirm this after reviewing your sleep study.

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How long does it take to get the appliance?

After your consultation and records, the appliance is custom-made. We’ll let you know the timing and next steps during your visit.

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Will this help with snoring?

In many cases, yes. While results vary, oral appliances often reduce or eliminate snoring by improving airflow.

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1260 15th Street, Suite 1117
Santa Monica, CA 90404

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