Do I need a sleep study before I can be treated?

For sleep apnea, yes — treatment follows a physician's diagnosis, and that comes from a sleep study. If you have not had one, we will point you to testing. Snoring without apnea can often be addressed sooner.

Is an oral appliance as effective as CPAP?

CPAP controls apnea more completely when it is worn as prescribed. Oral appliances are less complete per night but are typically worn far more consistently, which is why outcomes over time can be comparable for mild to moderate cases. Your consultation covers which trade-off fits your situation.

Will an appliance make my jaw pain worse?

It should not, and avoiding that is exactly why the joint is evaluated first. An appliance designed without regard for the temporomandibular joint can strain it. Dr. Samadian treats both, so the design accounts for your jaw from the start.

Does grinding my teeth mean I have sleep apnea?

Not on its own — but nighttime grinding is common in people with disordered breathing, so it is worth evaluating rather than treating in isolation with a night guard.

Sleep Apnea & Snoring Treatment in New York

Snoring and unrefreshing sleep, evaluated together with the jaw.

Snoring, waking unrefreshed, morning headaches, and grinding through the night often trace back to the airway — and the airway shares its anatomy with the jaw. Dr. Amin Samadian is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and treats sleep-disordered breathing alongside TMJ, because treating one while ignoring the other is how symptoms persist.

Diagnosis comes from a physician — treatment can come from us

Obstructive sleep apnea is diagnosed by a physician, from a sleep study performed at home or in a lab. If you have not been tested, we help you get there. If you already have a diagnosis, we can begin discussing treatment straight away. We do not diagnose sleep apnea, and any practice telling you otherwise is overstepping.

Oral appliance therapy, and who it suits

A custom oral appliance holds the lower jaw in a slightly forward position through the night, keeping the airway open. It is a recognised treatment for snoring and for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, and an accepted option for people with severe apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP. It is quiet, portable, and needs no power — which is why adherence tends to be high.

If CPAP has not worked for you

CPAP is highly effective when it is worn, and the common failure is simply that it isn't. Mask discomfort, pressure intolerance, claustrophobia, and travel all drive people away from it. An oral appliance is often the practical alternative, and in some cases the two are used together. The goal is treated sleep, not a particular device.

Why we evaluate sleep and the jaw together

Clenching and grinding frequently accompany disordered breathing, and an appliance that ignores the joint can relieve snoring while aggravating the jaw. Evaluating both at once is the whole point of seeing someone who treats both — the appliance is designed around your joint, not just your airway.

How care works in New York

Start with a private virtual consultation from anywhere in New York. We review your symptoms, any prior sleep study, and your history with CPAP if you have one. If an appliance is appropriate, the fitting and follow-up visits are scheduled in person and your New York location is confirmed at booking.

Common questions

Do I need a sleep study before I can be treated?: For sleep apnea, yes — treatment follows a physician's diagnosis, and that comes from a sleep study. If you have not had one, we will point you to testing. Snoring without apnea can often be addressed sooner.
Is an oral appliance as effective as CPAP?: CPAP controls apnea more completely when it is worn as prescribed. Oral appliances are less complete per night but are typically worn far more consistently, which is why outcomes over time can be comparable for mild to moderate cases. Your consultation covers which trade-off fits your situation.
Will an appliance make my jaw pain worse?: It should not, and avoiding that is exactly why the joint is evaluated first. An appliance designed without regard for the temporomandibular joint can strain it. Dr. Samadian treats both, so the design accounts for your jaw from the start.
Does grinding my teeth mean I have sleep apnea?: Not on its own — but nighttime grinding is common in people with disordered breathing, so it is worth evaluating rather than treating in isolation with a night guard.

Patients of Dr. Samadian

Written by patients treated across the Dion Health practices.

“I found myself dealing with a number of medical issues that I had no idea were so directly tied to my sense of oral wellbeing. The professionals at Dion Health helped me resolve my clenching and grinding, leading to better sleep and a more enjoyable lifestyle.”
Dianne M.

“When I'm dealing with a run-of-the-mill dental issue—or need something more serious like an implant, bridge, or crown—I know I can trust the Dion Health network to provide me with the most advanced techniques, for results that last.”
Kesha W.

“Showing off a glowing smile has me feeling more confident than I've ever felt in my life. Dion Health has fully rehabilitated my smile, resolving all my cosmetic issues with long-term solutions and helping me enjoy the self-esteem I deserve.”
Justin A.

Real patient stories

Patients Dr. Samadian has treated describe their experience in their own words.

Kyle — sleep apnea patient
James — sleep apnea patient

Testimonials reflect the experiences of individual patients. Individual results vary.

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