Trusted dental care in Carrollwood
Waking up tired after a full night in bed is more than a bad morning. For many Northdale adults, loud snoring and constant fatigue point to sleep apnea, and finding sleep apnea treatment near Northdale, FL can start in a surprising place: your dentist’s office.
Boe Family Dental, led by Dr. Eric Boe, offers sleep apnea treatment with custom oral appliance therapy for patients just minutes from Northdale at our Ehrlich Road office in Tampa. Dr. Boe works alongside your sleep physician, so your appliance fits your diagnosis and your daily life.
Obstructive sleep apnea happens when your upper airway becomes blocked many times during sleep, which can reduce or stop airflow. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, more than 24 million adults in the United States have obstructive sleep apnea, and about 90 percent of cases remain undiagnosed.
People with blocked airways can wake up many times a night, feel tired all day, and have headaches. Sleep apnea can also raise the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke, which is why we treat it as a health issue and not only a snoring complaint.
An oral appliance is a custom-fit device, worn like a nightguard, that gently repositions the jaw to keep your airway open while you sleep. Oral appliances work best for patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. For patients who find CPAP uncomfortable, noisy, or hard to travel with, an appliance offers a lower-profile option.
Before we recommend an appliance, a sleep study is required to confirm your diagnosis and show whether oral appliance therapy fits. Once your diagnosis is confirmed, Dr. Boe designs an appliance for a precise, comfortable fit and makes adjustments over time to improve your results.
Every patient starts in a different place, so we keep the steps clear and simple. Here is how treatment usually unfolds at our Tampa office.
Ideal candidates have enough healthy teeth to support the appliance and can comfortably tolerate a gentle jaw shift.
Dr. Boe looks at sleep as part of your whole health, not an isolated complaint. We explain how oral appliance therapy compares with CPAP in plain terms, so you can weigh the tradeoffs before you choose a path. We also coordinate with local sleep specialists when a diagnostic sleep study is needed.
Sleep problems can show up in your mouth as well. Teeth grinding and jaw tension often appear alongside untreated sleep apnea, and our preventive dentistry and restorative dentistry care help us watch for and repair that wear.
Sleep apnea is a medical condition, so dental insurance typically does not cover appliances. Many medical insurance plans cover oral appliance therapy when a physician prescribes it for diagnosed sleep apnea, though coverage varies and some plans ask you to try CPAP first.
Our team can verify your medical insurance benefits and provide cost estimates before treatment begins. We also discuss payment options for any out-of-pocket costs, and you can read more on our payment options page.
These answers cover common questions before a sleep apnea consultation.
Loud snoring, gasping awakenings, headaches, and daytime fatigue are common signs. Only a sleep study can confirm sleep apnea, so start with a conversation with our team or your physician.
It depends on the severity of your sleep apnea, which your sleep physician determines from your sleep study. Dr. Boe then evaluates your dental health and jaw anatomy to decide whether an appliance suits you.
Yes. A sleep study is required before we recommend an oral appliance, and we help you through that process rather than leaving you to figure it out alone.
Our office is at 5121 Ehrlich Road, Unit 105, Tampa, Florida 33624, close to Northdale and Carrollwood. We are open Monday through Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, and Fridays are by appointment only.
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Dr. Eric Boe and our team are here to help you sleep and breathe more comfortably. Dr. Boe is a member of the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association, and he continues his training in sleep apnea treatment alongside restorative dentistry. Learn more about Dr. Boe.
If snoring or constant tiredness has you searching for sleep apnea treatment near Northdale, FL, we would love to meet you. Choose a time that works for you and contact our office to schedule your consultation.
Care at Boe Family Dental is led by Dr. Eric Boe, DMD, a Tampa-based dentist who brings a genuine focus on restorative and family dentistry to every patient who visits from Town ‘n’ Country and the surrounding northwest Tampa area. Dr. Boe is a member of the American Dental Association and the Florida Dental Association, and he takes particular satisfaction in helping patients move from dental pain or frustration back to a healthy, comfortable smile. Using digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and a CBCT scanner when needed, he builds every treatment plan on a complete, accurate picture of your oral health, and he takes the time to explain your options in plain language so you can make confident decisions about your care.
Cleanings, exams, and oral cancer screenings to keep your smile healthy.
Crowns, bridges, fillings, and dentures to restore damaged teeth.
Whitening, bonding, and smile makeovers for a confident smile.
Comfortable oral appliance therapy as a CPAP alternative.
We welcome patients from Town 'n' Country and the surrounding communities to our comfortable Carrollwood office. Whether it is your first visit or your next routine checkup, we would be glad to care for you and your family.
Address:
5121 Ehrlich Road, Unit 105
Tampa, FL 33624
Phone:
813-960-2232
Office Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Friday: By Appointment Only
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
If you are looking for a trusted dentist near Town 'n' Country, we would love to meet you. Call our team or book online, and we will help you take the first step toward better dental care.
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