Struggling with sleep apnea, chronic snoring, or exhaustion no amount of sleep fixes? Connect with board-certified sleep medicine doctors and dental sleep specialists who can actually help — without the months-long wait.
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Clear All FiltersSleep disorders affect more than 50 million Americans, yet the majority go undiagnosed for years — often a decade or more. Whether you've been told you snore loudly, wake up gasping, feel exhausted despite a full night in bed, or a bed partner has noticed you stop breathing at night, these are all warning signs of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) — a serious but highly treatable condition.
DEEPdormir.pro makes finding a trusted, verified sleep specialist simple. Our national network includes sleep medicine physicians, dental sleep medicine specialists, and otolaryngologists (ENT doctors) — all specializing in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea, snoring, and related breathing disorders. Every provider listed has been independently verified for credentials, board certifications, and patient experience.
A medical doctor (MD or DO) with board certification in sleep medicine. They diagnose and treat the full spectrum of sleep disorders and can order and interpret sleep studies and prescribe CPAP or other therapies.
Best for: Complex or severe sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, full diagnostic workup.
Find Sleep Medicine PhysiciansA dentist with advanced training in oral appliance therapy (OAT). They fit custom mandibular advancement devices that hold the airway open during sleep — no mask, no machine, no noise.
Best for: CPAP-intolerant patients, mild-to-moderate OSA, snoring treatment, patients who travel frequently.
Find Dental Sleep Medicine SpecialistsEar, nose, and throat specialists who address structural causes of snoring and sleep apnea — deviated septum, enlarged tonsils, nasal polyps. They may also offer surgical options when other treatments haven't resolved symptoms.
Best for: Structural airway issues, chronic nasal obstruction, when CPAP and OAT have not been sufficient.
Find ENT Sleep SpecialistsMany people normalize their sleep problems for years. If you experience any of the following, a sleep specialist can evaluate whether a sleep disorder is the cause:
Everything patients ask before booking their first sleep specialist appointment.
A sleep specialist is a physician or dentist with advanced training in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. Conditions treated include obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, snoring, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome (RLS), circadian rhythm disorders, and other sleep-related breathing disorders. Sleep medicine physicians hold ABSM board certification; dental sleep specialists hold ABDSM certification.
In most cases you can self-refer directly to a sleep specialist — no referral required. However, some insurance plans (particularly HMOs) require a referral from your primary care physician before covering specialist visits. If you already have a sleep apnea diagnosis and sleep study results, you can typically go directly to a dental sleep medicine provider for oral appliance therapy without a physician referral.
An initial consultation typically ranges from $150–$350 out-of-pocket without insurance. Most major insurance plans — including Medicare and Medicaid — cover sleep apnea evaluation and treatment when medically necessary. Sleep studies (both in-lab polysomnography and home sleep tests) are generally covered when ordered by a physician. Many providers in the DEEPdormir.pro network offer free initial consultations — check individual profiles for details.
A polysomnography (PSG) is an overnight in-lab sleep study that monitors brain waves, eye movements, oxygen levels, heart rate, airflow, and muscle activity simultaneously — the gold standard for complex cases. A home sleep test (HST) uses a simplified wearable device that records breathing, oxygen saturation, and airflow in your own bed. HSTs are more affordable and convenient but best suited for confirming suspected OSA in otherwise healthy adults. Your specialist will recommend the appropriate test for your situation.
Treatment options depend on severity and individual factors and include: CPAP therapy — the most prescribed treatment for moderate-to-severe OSA; oral appliance therapy (OAT) — a custom-fitted mouthguard-style device ideal for mild-to-moderate OSA and CPAP-intolerant patients; positional therapy for position-dependent apnea; lifestyle modifications such as weight loss and sleep hygiene improvements; surgical interventions for structural issues; and hypoglossal nerve stimulation (Inspire) for qualifying patients. Combination therapy is common for complex presentations.
Bring your insurance card and photo ID, a complete list of current medications, any previous sleep study results or sleep-related diagnoses, notes on your symptoms (input from your bed partner is especially useful), and questions you want answered. Many providers ask you to complete a sleep questionnaire — such as the Epworth Sleepiness Scale or STOP-BANG — before your visit; completing it in advance saves time at the appointment.
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