Meet Our Team
At Rochester Advanced Dentistry, our skilled team is dedicated to helping you achieve a restful night’s sleep through proper diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea. Our sleep dentists, Dr. Jeffrey S. Haddad and Dr. Nina Daws, along with their experienced staff, are here to guide you through the home sleep study process.
With our expertise and commitment to patient care, you can trust that you’re in good hands. Our team aims to provide you with a convenient and accurate diagnosis so you can receive potentially life-saving treatment as quickly as possible. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (248) 656-2020 or use our online form today.
What is a Sleep Study?
Sleep studies play an essential role in diagnosing sleep apnea. They do this by monitoring your sleep to assess your breathing patterns and sleep quality. Many individuals with severe sleep apnea are unaware of how frequently they wake up during sleep. By conducting a sleep study, we can gather accurate data to determine the presence and severity of your sleep apnea.
At Rochester Advanced Dentistry, we partner with SleepTest to provide home sleep studies, offering a convenient and comfortable alternative to traditional lab-based tests.
Steps to Complete a Home Sleep Study
Embarking on a home sleep study with Rochester Advanced Dentistry involves several straightforward steps designed for your convenience:
- Fill in Application: Begin by completing an easy online form at your convenience.
- Benefits Check: SleepTest will verify whether your insurance covers the home sleep study. Most insurance companies prefer home tests due to cost-effectiveness.
- Telemedicine Visit: A SleepTest doctor will assess whether a home sleep study suits you through a telemedicine consultation.
- Home Sleep Study: If approved, you’ll receive the sleep study hardware by mail with clear instructions. You’ll need to use it over two nights to collect sufficient data.
- Diagnosis with Post Telemedicine Visit: After sending back the equipment, a sleep doctor will review your results and provide a diagnosis. In some cases, further testing in a sleep lab may be recommended.
Fill in Application
The first step in obtaining a home sleep study is completing an online application form through SleepTest. This form is straightforward and designed for your convenience, allowing you to fill it out at any time that suits your schedule. Providing accurate information ensures that the subsequent steps in the process can proceed smoothly.
Benefits Check
Once your application is submitted, SleepTest will verify your insurance coverage for the home sleep study. Most insurance companies favor home tests due to their cost-effectiveness for both the patient and the insurer. Typically, the deductibles and copays for a home sleep study are comparable to those for an in-lab study, making this an affordable option for diagnosing sleep apnea.
Telemedicine Visit
Before proceeding with a home sleep study, you must consult a SleepTest doctor via telemedicine. During this visit, the doctor will determine if a home sleep study is appropriate for you and if it is likely to yield accurate results. This step ensures that your specific sleep issues are thoroughly assessed and that the home sleep study is the best option for your diagnosis.
Home Sleep Study
If a home sleep study is deemed suitable, SleepTest will send the necessary equipment to your home. The device is user-friendly and comes with clear instructions. Additionally, SleepTest offers online documentation and a help desk for support. You must use the device over two nights to gather enough data. After completing the study, you will return the equipment to SleepTest for analysis.
Diagnosis with Post Telemedicine Visit
Once you’ve completed the home sleep study and returned the equipment, a sleep doctor will review the collected data. They will determine whether you have sleep apnea and assess its severity. The doctor will discuss the results with you and recommend appropriate treatment options. In some cases, the initial findings indicate the need for further testing in a sleep lab to get a more detailed analysis.
Who Is Not a Good Candidate for a Home Sleep Test
While most people are suitable candidates for a home sleep study, certain individuals may not be. Those with a history of other sleep disorders or whose doctors suspect additional sleep issues might require an in-lab survey for a more comprehensive evaluation. It’s essential to consult with a sleep specialist to determine the best approach for your specific situation.
Get a Home Sleep Study in Rochester, MI
If you suspect you might have sleep apnea and need a sleep study to diagnose it, Rochester Advanced Dentistry can help. Our team is ready to assist you with a home sleep study, an option that is both convenient and effective.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with our sleep dentists, Dr. Jeffrey S. Haddad and Dr. Nina Daws, please call (248) 656-2020 or use our online form today.
