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Home testing for sleep apnea is becoming more popular and aids in both diagnosis and treatment. Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing starts and stops during sleep. Patients may gasp for air and sleep is disrupted multiple times a night.
At Desert Sleep and Wellness, we offer convenient at-home sleep testing and sleep apnea treatment in Tempe. Our at-home testing process eliminates the need to spend the night in the hospital and allows the patient to be comfortable, as well as provides accurate results.
Comfort
Patients can rest in their own beds during our at-home sleep tests, and the process is easy for patients to follow. Our team provides detailed instructions to ensure testing is successful and is always available for questions.
Cost
At-home sleep testing is cost-effective and accurate. Most insurance companies cover in-home sleep testing, making this a great option for patients.
Effective
At-home sleep testing is just as accurate as a study performed at a sleep center or hospital. Our at-home testing can help our doctors diagnose sleep apnea, and evaluate the severity of the condition to provide proper treatment.
If you have been referred to our office by your primary physician, or are visiting us for the first time and require a sleep test, an exam is always necessary. Our doctors will perform a thorough exam of your throat and airway and discuss the requirements and instructions regarding what to do at home. Our staff will demonstrate how each piece of equipment works and how to attach the equipment properly.
Our at-home sleep tests include a belt that is secured around the chest, a device that is set under the nose, and an oxygen monitor that is placed on the index finger during the test. Patients must get situated and simply fall asleep to begin collecting data. When patients return the equipment to our office, our doctors will download and review the data, and set up a consultation to discuss the results.
Sleep apnea is a dangerous condition and can pose major risks to your health if not treated. Finding a Tempe Dentist that can provide treatment you trust is important, and our doctors at Desert Sleep and Wellness have only your best interest in mind. Our patients’ health is our priority and we provide quality services to help diagnose and treat snoring or sleep apnea.
If you or a family member has symptoms of sleep apnea, talk to your doctor and have them refer you for a consultation and testing as soon as possible. Desert Sleep and Wellness can help get you the treatment you need to sleep soundly again.
Contact Desert Sleep and Wellness today by calling 480-447-1844, and our friendly staff can help schedule your consultation.
