– Sleep Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment in Calgary SW

The Gold Standard of Care – Physician-Led Diagnosis

At West Side Dental, your health is our priority. While dentists are experts in treating Sleep Apnea through Oral Appliance Therapy, a formal medical diagnosis must always come from a qualified physician.

By having a diagnosing physician work alongside our dental team, we provide a seamless, “under-one-roof” experience. This collaboration ensures that your treatment plan is medically sound, safe, and tailored to your specific physiological needs.

Benefits to You as a Patient

No more bouncing between separate clinics. Our integrated approach streamlines the process from initial screening to diagnosis and final appliance fitting.

Our on-site physician interprets your sleep studies and evaluates underlying health factors—like cardiovascular health or respiratory issues—that may be linked to your sleep apnea.

Most insurance providers require a physician’s diagnosis and prescription to cover the cost of Oral Appliance Therapy. Having a physician integrated into our workflow ensures your documentation meets all medical necessity requirements.

Sleep apnea is a medical condition. Having a physician involved means your progress is monitored from both a dental and a systemic health perspective.

Why can’t my dentist just diagnose my sleep apnea?

While dentists are often the first to spot the physical signs of sleep apnea, it is a medical respiratory disorder. In Alberta, professional standards require a physician to provide the official diagnosis to ensure other medical conditions aren’t being overlooked.

How Our Integrated Process Works

We evaluate your airway, tongue position, and symptoms.

Our collaborating physician performs a medical assessment and orders a Home Sleep Apnea Test (HSAT).

The physician reviews the sleep data to determine the severity of your OSA.

If you are a candidate for an oral appliance, our physician issues the prescription, and our dental team creates your custom-fitted device.

We work together to ensure the appliance is effectively managing your oxygen levels and improving your sleep quality.

Is this covered by Alberta Health Care?

Physician consultations and diagnostic sleep tests are typically covered by Alberta Health Care. The oral appliance itself is usually covered through your private extended health benefits. Our team works to ensure all medical documentation is prepared correctly for your claims.