Veterans in the Hackensack, New Jersey area now have improved access to sleep apnea treatment through a specialized dental approach, as Dr. Nneka Obi of First Street Smiles has been officially credentialed to provide oral appliance therapy via the VA Community Care Network.
The new treatment option addresses significant challenges many veterans face with traditional Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines. Unlike bulky CPAP equipment, oral appliance therapy offers a custom-fit, FDA-approved device designed to improve airway function during sleep with greater comfort and ease of use.
Dr. Obi's practice will collaborate with Sleep Impressions and Millennium Sleep Lab, both part of the apZme network of national VA care providers. This partnership enables veterans who qualify for VA Community Care benefits to receive specialized sleep apnea treatment closer to their local communities.
Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that can significantly impact veterans' quality of life, potentially contributing to cardiovascular issues, daytime fatigue, and decreased overall health. The new oral appliance therapy represents a patient-centered approach that prioritizes individual comfort and treatment compliance.
The expansion reflects a broader commitment to advancing sleep medicine accessibility and providing veterans with innovative healthcare solutions. By offering an alternative to traditional CPAP machines, Dr. Obi and her partners aim to improve treatment outcomes and patient experiences for those who have served the country.
Veterans in the Hackensack region and surrounding areas now have a more personalized option for managing sleep-disordered breathing, potentially improving their sleep quality and overall health through this specialized dental intervention.
