Veterans in the Philadelphia area now have a new, non-invasive option for managing sleep apnea through oral appliance therapy, thanks to the credentialing of Dr. Charles Champion at Champion Dentistry. The innovative treatment approach provides an alternative for those who struggle with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices.
Through a partnership with Sleep Impressions and Millennium Sleep Lab, both part of the apZme network, Dr. Champion can now offer veterans a covered benefit that addresses sleep-disordered breathing. This development is significant for veterans who find traditional CPAP machines uncomfortable or difficult to use consistently.
Sleep apnea is a serious medical condition that can lead to numerous health complications, including increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and cognitive impairment. By providing an alternative treatment method, Dr. Champion helps veterans access more personalized and potentially more comfortable sleep health solutions.
Oral appliance therapy works by repositioning the jaw and tongue to keep airways open during sleep, offering a less invasive approach compared to CPAP machines. For veterans who have struggled with CPAP compliance, this treatment could represent a crucial breakthrough in managing their sleep health.
The collaboration between apZme, Sleep Impressions, Millennium Sleep Lab, and the Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Care Network demonstrates a commitment to expanding treatment options and improving healthcare accessibility for veterans. With over 20 years of experience in dental sleep medicine, these organizations are at the forefront of innovative healthcare solutions.
Dr. Champion's commitment to serving veterans is evident in his approach. By offering this specialized treatment, he not only addresses a critical healthcare need but also provides a patient-centered solution that could significantly improve veterans' quality of life and overall health.
As healthcare continues to evolve, such specialized and personalized treatment approaches represent a promising direction in managing complex medical conditions like sleep apnea. Veterans in the Philadelphia area now have access to a more comfortable and potentially more effective method of managing their sleep health.
