For Better Summer Travel, Skip the Snores
Chatham, NJ Dentist Provides Travel-friendly Treatment Option for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Snoring
(Chatham, NJ) April 27, 2026 – This summer, many Americans will hit the roads and runways for family vacations, business and leisure travel. But for snorers and sleep apnea patients, extensive travel can be a hassle. Fortunately, for the 12-18 million Americans with sleep apnea, a treatment from dentists called oral appliance therapy is making travel easier.
Oral appliance therapy is an effective alternative to the standard treatment of sleep apnea – the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine that includes a face mask, tubing and a constantly running motor. Not only are CPAP machines more cumbersome for travel, but up to half of sleep apnea patients can’t tolerate the mask.
“Oral appliances look like a sports mouth guard and can lessen a frequent traveler’s load,” said Dr. Corina Atanase, a Chatham dentist and member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM). “For many, oral appliances are more comfortable to wear than a CPAP mask and more portable for travel. My patients prefer it as a more convenient solution for living with sleep apnea.”
AADSM recommends oral appliance therapy for people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or those who can’t comply with CPAP. Once a patient is diagnosed with primary snoring or OSA by a board-certified sleep physician, a dentist practicing dental sleep medicine can provide treatment with oral appliance therapy.
Compared to CPAP, oral appliances are also quiet and easy to care for. There are more than 80 different styles of oral appliance devices that have received FDA clearance, and these prescription devices are typically covered by medical insurance.
“Treatment for sleep apnea shouldn’t take a vacation just because you do,” said Dr. Atanase. “With oral appliance therapy, travelers can seamlessly continue their sleep apnea treatment while on the road. And ultimately, consistently wearing your oral appliance will ensure you get better sleep and have a more enjoyable trip.”
Frequent travelers with sleep apnea or loud, frequent snoring can go to www.AtanaseSmiles.com to learn more about oral appliance therapy.
More about Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea causes people to stop breathing up to hundreds of times a night for anywhere from a few seconds to more than a minute. OSA occurs when the tongue and soft palate collapse onto the back of the throat, blocking the upper airway. Loud, frequent snoring and daytime sleepiness are common symptoms.
About Dr. Corina Atanase
Dr. Atanase is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. With more than 30 years of experience in the field of dentistry, including 20 years specializing in dental sleep medicine, Dr. Atanase is dedicated to enhancing both sleep and breathing health as integral components of overall wellness. She believes that dentistry plays a crucial role in maintaining long-term health, and recognizes the vital importance of quality sleep in supporting well-being throughout all stages of life. Dr. Atanase also understands that the foundation for optimal health begins early, and she is committed to guiding both young patients and their parents toward strategies that foster lasting, positive outcomes.
Dr. Atanase / Advanced Dentistry, LLC is located at 33 Main Street, Suite 101, Chatham, NJ. Patients with loud snoring and diagnosed sleep apnea sufferers with difficulty tolerating CPAP should contact Dr. Atanase at 973-635-0626 to schedule a consultation appointment. Dr. Atanase works closely with sleep physicians to treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
About The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) is the only non-profit national professional society dedicated exclusively to the practice of dental sleep medicine. The AADSM provides educational resources for dentists and promotes the use of oral appliance therapy for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing. Established in 1991, the AADSM has nearly 3,000 member dentists worldwide.
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Visit www.aadsm.org or call the national office at (630) 737-9705 for more information.