Hate Your CPAP? There’s a Better Way to Sleep Soundly.
If you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, chances are you were handed a CPAP machine and told it was your golden ticket to restful sleep. But for many people, the reality is far from restful. Bulky, noisy, uncomfortable — CPAP can feel more like a punishment than a solution.
Dr. Priya Mistry has helped patients reclaim their sleep — and their sanity — with customized, comfortable alternatives to CPAP. If you’ve been struggling to tolerate your machine, you’re not alone, and you do have options.
Dr. Mistry is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and has received advanced training in how to fabricate the best oral appliance for YOU!
Why CPAP Isn’t Always the Answer
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy works by forcing air through the airway to keep it open. While effective, it has a major problem: many people simply can’t or won’t use it consistently.
Common CPAP complaints include:
- Claustrophobia from the mask
- Skin irritation and pressure sores
- Dry mouth or nasal passages
- Difficulty staying asleep
- Travel inconvenience
- The noise!
Non-compliance with CPAP can lead to serious health risks — including high blood pressure, fatigue-related accidents, cardiovascular issues, and more.
So what’s the alternative?
Oral Appliance Therapy: Small Device, Big Impact
At the TMJ Doc, we fabricate a custom-fitted oral appliance designed to gently reposition your jaw during sleep. This opens the airway naturally, preventing obstruction without the need for air pumps or hoses.
Oral appliances are:
- Comfortable and easy to wear
- Silent
- Ideal for travel
- Proven effective for mild to moderate sleep apnea
- Often covered by medical insurance
For patients who suffer from both sleep apnea and TMJ issues — which often go hand in hand — this approach can be life-changing. I design your device with both airway support and jaw health in mind.
Not Just a Better Night’s Sleep — A Better Life
Wearing a CPAP mask shouldn’t be your only option. With the right oral appliance and expert care, you can:
- Sleep deeply and breathe freely
- Wake up energized
- Reduce snoring (your partner will thank you!)
- Lower your long-term health risks
- Take back control of your nights — and days
Ready to Ditch the CPAP?
If you’re fed up with your machine or have been newly diagnosed and want to explore all your options, Dr. Mistry can help you!
Located in Vancouver, WA — just outside Portland — our practice is dedicated to delivering personalized, whole-body solutions for sleep, TMJ dysfunction, and facial pain.
Let’s get you sleeping soundly without the mask.
Call us today to schedule your consultation.