If you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, finding the right treatment provider is one of the most important decisions you can make for your long-term health. At My Dentist Joe, we offer a level of expertise and patient-centered care that sets our approach to sleep apnea treatment apart from the rest.

A Provider Who Truly Understands Sleep Apnea

What makes Dr. Passamano uniquely qualified to treat obstructive sleep apnea goes beyond his credentials, though those are significant. Dr. Passamano has lived with OSA himself for over 20 years. He has personally used multiple oral appliances and currently uses both a mandibular advancement device and a CPAP machine as part of his own treatment. That firsthand experience is something no textbook or certification course can replicate.

When Dr. Passamano fits a patient for an oral appliance, he draws on a deeply personal understanding of what comfort, compliance, and long-term success actually feels like from the patient’s perspective. That insight directly translates into better outcomes for the people in his care.

Recognized Expertise in Dental Sleep Medicine

Dr. Passamano is a recognized provider through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), the leading professional organization dedicated exclusively to dental sleep medicine. This recognition reflects a verified commitment to evidence-based care, advanced education, and the highest clinical standards in the field.

For patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, or those with severe OSA who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy, custom mandibular advancement devices (MADs) offer a highly effective, comfortable, and convenient alternative. These FDA-cleared oral appliances work by gently repositioning the lower jaw to keep the airway open during sleep, which eliminates the mask, tubing, and noise associated with CPAP.

What Sets Our Practice Apart

When you choose My Dentist Joe for sleep apnea treatment, you receive a comprehensive, carefully managed experience from start to finish. Our approach includes:

• Dental sleep evaluations to thoroughly assess your airway, bite, and overall oral health before treatment begins
• Digital scanning technology with no messy traditional impressions, just precise, comfortable digital scans for a perfectly fitted appliance
• Custom FDA-cleared oral appliances selected and fitted specifically for your anatomy and the severity of your condition
• Ongoing follow-up care to fine-tune the fit over time and ensure that your treatment is delivering real results
• In-network with many major medical insurance PPO plans, and our team has the expertise to navigate medical insurance billing on your behalf, making the process as straightforward as possible
• Prompt scheduling and clear communication with referring physicians to ensure that your care is fully coordinated every step of the way

A True Partner in Your Sleep Health

At My Dentist Joe, we believe that treating sleep apnea is a collaborative effort between patient, dentist, and physician. Dr. Passamano works closely with pulmonologists, sleep specialists, and primary care providers to ensure that every patient receives integrated, comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs.

If you are struggling with obstructive sleep apnea, or have been told that CPAP therapy isn’t working for you, we’d love to help. Call our Irvine office or request an appointment online. Restful, restorative sleep is possible, and we have both the expertise and the personal understanding to help you get there.