Revolutionize Your Rest with Oral Appliance Therapy Sleep Apnea Treatment

Welcome to Serenity Sleep Solutions, a practice that can help many individuals who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) reduce risks to their health and alleviate symptoms that affect their daily lives. While there are several types of snoring and sleep apnea treatments, ranging from non-invasive approaches such as CPAP machines to surgical intervention in more severe cases, Dr. Donian Shen offers one of the most advanced remedies available: a custom-designed oral appliance.

Oral Appliance Therapy with the ProSomnus^® Device
The ProSomnus^® oral appliance is a state-of-the-art device that is designed to help patients sleep safely and soundly without relying on bulky CPAP machines or masks, which can be quite noisy and uncomfortable in some cases. The custom-fitted oral appliance gently repositions the jaw and tongue to keep the airway open, preventing obstruction. It offers a more comfortable, non-invasive alternative to CPAP machines for many patients.

After a sleep study has been conducted and a diagnosis has been received, Dr. Shen can help you find the treatment option that is best for you. For many patients with mild to moderate sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy is a highly effective and more comfortable solution compared to CPAP machines. Dr. Donian Shen at Serenity Sleep Solutions offers custom ProSomnus^® oral appliances and will be happy to meet with you to determine whether this option can help you successfully meet your needs.

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How it Works Start Your Path to Restful Sleep

1. Sleep Health Evaluation
The path to better sleep and reduced risks to your health begins with a comprehensive examination to evaluate your concerns. A sleep study may be recommended to ensure the most accurate diagnosis possible. If you are suffering from sleep apnea, Dr. Shen can determine whether you are a good candidate for oral appliance therapy and go over the next steps.
2. Oral Appliance Therapy
Patients who may benefit from an oral appliance to reduce the symptoms of sleep apnea will be custom-fitted for the device here at our office. The appliance will be meticulously designed and manufactured to the specifications of your unique oral anatomy. This enables patients to achieve the most comfortable fit and the most effective results possible.
3. Improve Your Sleep, Enhance Your Life
With its ability to prevent the narrowing of air passages during sleep, a custom oral appliance can reduce the potential for breathing pauses and snoring, ultimately providing a healthier and more peaceful night’s sleep. Better sleep health can also lead to more energy during the day and a reduction in the impact that sleep apnea can have on your day-to-day life.
What Are the Potential Benefits of ProSomnus^® Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea and Snoring?
- Personalized and custom-designed – Tailored to fit your mouth and support your airway
- Non-invasive solution – No need for bulky masks, tubes, or equipment
- Travel-ready & compact – Easy to use whether you’re at home or traveling
- Silent & more comfortable – Avoids the noise and irritation sometimes associated with traditional CPAP devices
- Backed by clinical research – Proven to help reduce snoring and manage mild to moderate OSA

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What isSleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a condition that can cause loud snoring and breathing cessation as one sleeps. While there are three major types of sleep apnea, Obstructive Sleep Apnea is the most common. OSA is typically caused by the excessive relaxation of oral tissues while sleeping, resulting in the restriction or total collapse of airways during sleep. A person with OSA may snore loudly and/or experience breathing pauses that last for extensive periods of time. Sleep apnea can cause a variety of symptoms that affect one’s daily life and significantly increase risks to one’s health. In some cases, sleep apnea can even lead to sudden cardiac death. The potentially life-threatening effects of sleep apnea make it extremely important for those who suspect they may have the condition to obtain an evaluation as soon as possible.

The Dangers ofUntreated Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea can profoundly affect virtually every part of your life. Some of the most significant ways that sleep apnea can compromise one’s health and livelihood include its ability to:

Hinder a Good Night's Sleep
Mood disturbances such as irritability, anxiety, and depression can be caused by sleep apnea.
Deplete Your Energy
Chronic fatigue and daytime sleepiness, which can affect productivity and quality of life, are common side effects of sleep apnea.
Compromise Relationships
Snoring, disrupted sleep, and fatigue can create challenges in one’s relationships.
Cause Significant Health Problems
- Increased risk of heart disease (including heart attack, stroke, and high blood pressure)
- Higher likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes
- Increased risk of developing arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats)
- Liver problems, such as fatty liver disease
- Increased risk of obesity due to disrupted metabolism
- Decreased libido and sexual dysfunction
Impair Cognitive Function
Memory and concentration problems can occur when sleep apnea goes untreated.
Weaken the Immune System
The body may be more vulnerable to illness.
Increase Risk of Accidents
Due to fatigue-related impairment of reaction times, untreated sleep apnea may increase the risk of accidents.

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Mountain View Dentist - Dr. Donian Shen

Why Choose Us? Meet Donian Shen, DDS

Dr. Shen is a Diplomate of the International Academy of Sleep. The IAOS is a prestigious organization that recognizes dentists who have completed advanced training in dental sleep medicine. This organization equips dental professionals with the expertise to effectively identify and treat sleep apnea using oral appliance therapy. For dentists, earning IAOS Certification demonstrates a commitment to high standards of care, clinical excellence, and staying current with the latest advancements in sleep apnea treatment. This can ultimately give patients confidence in the quality and safety of their care.

Additionally, Dr. Shen is an extensively trained and experienced dentist in Mountain View who has devoted many years of continuing education to the field of dental sleep medicine. Treatment for sleep apnea, snoring, and sleep-disordered breathing is a special focus of her practice, and she understands the need for patients to have state-of-the-art alternatives to CPAP machines and other traditional forms of sleep apnea treatment.

Dr. Shen has a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between sleep apnea and oral tissues that block a normal, healthy flow of air during sleep. She is committed to finding the most comfortable and effective solutions to treat sleep apnea and help individuals improve their quality of sleep, reduce serious risks to their health, and enhance their day-to-day lives. Dr. Shen will be happy to meet with you for an initial consultation to evaluate your concerns and talk with you about options that may present the best possible solution for your needs.

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Sleep Apnea FAQs

Does insurance cover sleep apnea treatment?
Many medical insurance policies offer coverage for sleep apnea treatment as long as certain conditions and qualifications are met. In fact, our practice accepts both Medical PPO insurance and Medicare for sleep apnea. A member of our team can explore the options with you and help you determine whether your insurance policy includes benefits for sleep apnea treatment.
What are the health risks of sleep loss?
Sleep apnea is one of the biggest causes of sleep loss for many people. In addition to simply getting a lack of sleep, however, there are also several serious health risks and other concerns associated with sleep apnea, such as:
- Driving and work-related accidents
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Sudden cardiac death
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Depression
- Memory loss
- Morning headaches
- Irritability
- Impaired concentration
- Decreased sex drive
What causes sleep loss?
There are a multitude of variables that can cause an individual to become sleep deprived, including obstructive sleep apnea, poor sleep hygiene (lifestyle habits and practices which may be compromising a good night’s sleep), and even one’s unique orofacial anatomy. With that in mind, if snoring or sleep apnea is preventing you from getting the rest you need, we can evaluate your condition and talk about treatment options that may help you achieve a better, healthier night’s sleep.
What is pediatric sleep apnea?
Pediatric sleep apnea is often the result of a child’s tonsils and adenoids blocking their airway as they sleep. Children with sleep apnea typically snore habitually and experience pauses between breaths. After a pause in breathing, these children will likely gasp or snort as they regain their breath. This is often accompanied by a jerking motion that can disrupt sleep. The poor sleep quality and reduced oxygen intake caused by pediatric sleep apnea can ultimately result in problems such as difficulty staying focused in school, behavioral issues, and other health concerns. In fact, sleep apnea can even increase the risk of high blood pressure and sudden cardiac death.

Cases of sleep apnea can often go undiagnosed, or they may even be misdiagnosed as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or another condition. This is why it is very important to be aware of some of the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea, and to have your child examined to determine whether sleep apnea may be present.

Snoring, Snorting, and Mouth Breathing
Most children snore on occasion, and approximately ten percent of children snore regularly. Some common reasons for snoring include allergies, a stuffy nose, or a respiratory infection. It is fairly common for children ages three and up to snore during deeper stages of sleep, as well. However, if you notice your child snores loudly and very frequently, she or he may have sleep apnea. Sudden snorts or gasps while sleeping and/or regular breathing through the mouth during the day can also be signs of pediatric sleep apnea.

Pediatric sleep apnea can strike at virtually any age during a child’s development, and it is important to know how you can recognize what may be signs of sleep apnea or other sleep disorders. We will be happy to talk more with you if you believe your child may be suffering from sleep apnea.

Serenity Sleep Solutions

Revolutionize Your Rest with Oral Appliance Therapy Sleep Apnea Treatment

How it Works Start Your Path to Restful Sleep

1. Sleep Health Evaluation

2. Oral Appliance Therapy

3. Improve Your Sleep, Enhance Your Life

What Are the Potential Benefits of ProSomnus® Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea and Snoring?

What isSleep Apnea?

The Dangers ofUntreated Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea can profoundly affect virtually every part of your life. Some of the most significant ways that sleep apnea can compromise one’s health and livelihood include its ability to:

Hinder a Good Night's Sleep

Deplete Your Energy

Compromise Relationships

Cause Significant Health Problems

Impair Cognitive Function

Weaken the Immune System

Increase Risk of Accidents

Why Choose Us? Meet Donian Shen, DDS

Sleep Apnea FAQs

Does insurance cover sleep apnea treatment?

What are the health risks of sleep loss?

What causes sleep loss?

What is pediatric sleep apnea?

Get the Sleep You Need, for the Life You Deserve

What Are the Potential Benefits of ProSomnus^® Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea and Snoring?