Finding a Sleep Apnea Dentist in Washington D.C.
Oral appliance therapy (OAT) is an FDA-approved first-line treatment for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea and is recommended for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP. A qualified dental sleep medicine provider will work with your sleep physician to fit a custom mandibular advancement device (MAD) that repositions your jaw to keep your airway open during sleep.
✓ Medicare Often Covered
✓ Most Major Insurance Accepted
✓ Prescription Required
✓ CPAP Alternative
45 Providers in Washington D.C.
13 cities
Washington · 10 providers
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Berkshire Family Dental
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Dr. Vandana Soni · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Dr. Clare Dempsey
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Dr. Clare Dempsey · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Dr. Kiarash Saba
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Dr. Kiarash Saba · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Dr. MJ Waroich
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Dr. MJ Waroich · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Dr. Nisha Tamhankar
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Dr. Nisha Tamhankar · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Dr. Sareeta Gupta
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Dr. Sareeta Gupta · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Dunn Dental Group
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Dr. Noelle Dunn · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Howard University College of Dentistry Department of Prosthodontics
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Dr. Terri Matthews · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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Sleep Well DC
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Dr. Sareeta Gupta · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
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The Alpher Center for Sleep Disorders and Jaw Pain
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Dr. Elliott Alpher, DDS · Washington, DC
Washington, DC
Bethesda · 6 providers
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Bethesda Center for Dental Sleep Medicine & TMJ Therapy
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Dr. Bernard Greenbaum, DDS · Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
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Dental Sleep Maryland
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Dr. Stanley Dorrow · Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
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Dr. Andrew Cobb
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Dr. Andrew Cobb · Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
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Dr. Andrew Kary
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Dr. Andrew Kary · Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
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Dr. Dallin Duncan
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Dr. Dallin Duncan · Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
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Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
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Dr. David Flint · Bethesda, MD
Bethesda, MD
Rockville · 5 providers
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Dr. Cheryl Callahan
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Dr. Cheryl Callahan · Rockville, MD
Rockville, MD
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Dr. Jeremy Abbott
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Dr. Jeremy Abbott · Rockville, MD
Rockville, MD
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Dr. Michelle Snyder
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Dr. Michelle Snyder · Rockville, MD
Rockville, MD
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Dr. Shahram Modarres
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Dr. Shahram Modarres · Rockville, MD
Rockville, MD
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North Bethesda Dental Associates
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Dr. Robert Tilkin · Rockville, MD
Rockville, MD
Gaithersburg · 5 providers
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Dr. David Gordon
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Dr. David Gordon · Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
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Dr. Leonard Gordon
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Dr. Leonard Gordon · Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
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Dr. Mohammad Rouhanian
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Dr. Mohammad Rouhanian · Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
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Robert j kelly and associates
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Dr. Lev Tomashevsky · Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
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Stiles Dentistry Kentlands
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Dr. Dennis Stiles · Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg, MD
Silver Spring · 4 providers
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ASE Dental Group
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Dr. Alice Bassford · Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring, MD
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Advanced Sleep Treatment
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Dr. Ekaterina Tomenko · Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring, MD
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Dr. David Lee
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Dr. David Lee · Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring, MD
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Ekaterina Tomenko DDS LLC
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Dr. Ekaterina Tomenko · Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring, MD
Sterling · 4 providers
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Abel Phan Associates, Chuong C. Phan, DDS, FAGD
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Dr. Chuong Phan · Sterling, VA
Sterling, VA
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Dr. Joyce Bahng
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Dr. Joyce Bahng · Sterling, VA
Sterling, VA
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Dr. Maryam Ahmed
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Dr. Maryam Ahmed · Sterling, VA
Sterling, VA
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Ridgetop Dental
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Dr. Sangeeta Kumar · Sterling, VA
Sterling, VA
Alexandria · 3 providers
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Dr. Courtney Killough
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Dr. Courtney Killough · Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, VA
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Dr. Wanda Goldhush
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Dr. Wanda Goldhush · Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, VA
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Dynamic Dental Wellness
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Dr. Sheri Salartash · Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, VA
Arlington · 2 providers
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Bloom Dental of Arlington
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Dr. Ashkan Yousefi · Arlington, VA
Arlington, VA
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Fairlington Dental
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Dr. Michael Rogers · Arlington, VA
Arlington, VA
Fairfax · 2 providers
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H. Charles Jelinek Jr. D.D.S.
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Dr. Howard Jelinek · Fairfax, VA
Fairfax, VA
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The Center For Sleep Apnea & TMJ
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Dr. Charles Jelinek · Fairfax, VA
Fairfax, VA
Falls Church · 1 provider
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Braodway dental associates
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Dr. Qurrat-Ul-Anne Yousaf · Falls Church, VA
Falls Church, VA
McLean · 1 provider
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Dolley Madison Dentistry
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Dr. Bradley Wiltbank · McLean, VA
McLean, VA
Vienna · 1 provider
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Dr. Rashmi Kolichala
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Dr. Rashmi Kolichala · Vienna, VA
Vienna, VA
Stafford · 1 provider
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Dr. Sachin Karande
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Dr. Sachin Karande · Stafford, VA
Stafford, VA
About Oral Appliance Therapy in Washington D.C.
Oral appliance therapy is covered by most major medical insurance plans — including Medicare Part B — when prescribed by a licensed physician following a documented sleep study diagnosis. Devices are custom-fitted by a trained dental sleep medicine provider and adjusted over time to maximize effectiveness and comfort.
How to Get Started
To receive oral appliance therapy in Washington D.C., you will typically need:
- A sleep study (home or in-lab) to confirm an OSA diagnosis
- A prescription from your sleep physician or primary care doctor
- A referral to a dental sleep medicine specialist
- Impressions or digital scans of your teeth for a custom appliance
- Follow-up appointments for titration and a post-treatment sleep study
Insurance Coverage in Washington D.C.
Medicare Part B covers oral appliance therapy for diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea when certain criteria are met. Most major commercial insurance plans — Aetna, Anthem/Blue Cross, Cigna, Humana, United Healthcare — also provide coverage. Many Washington D.C. providers are credentialed with multiple insurance plans and can verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is oral appliance therapy as effective as CPAP for sleep apnea?
For mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy has been shown to be comparably effective to CPAP in many patients. Because compliance rates are higher with oral appliances — patients actually wear them — real-world outcomes are often equivalent or better. Both the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine endorse OAT as a first-line treatment.
How do I know if I'm a candidate for a mandibular advancement device?
Most adults with mild to moderate OSA are candidates. Patients with severe OSA may also qualify, particularly if they cannot tolerate CPAP. A dental sleep medicine provider in Washington D.C. will evaluate your bite, jaw joint health, and existing dental work to determine if an oral appliance is appropriate for you.
How long does it take to get a custom oral appliance?
After your initial consultation, impressions are taken and sent to a dental laboratory. Most custom oral appliances are delivered within 2–4 weeks. Your provider will then schedule follow-up visits to adjust the device for optimal effectiveness.
Will my insurance cover oral appliance therapy in Washington D.C.?
Coverage varies by plan. Medicare Part B covers OAT when medically necessary. Most major commercial plans also provide partial or full coverage. Many Washington D.C. providers listed here will verify your insurance benefits at no charge before you commit to treatment.