Hackensack Dental Practice Partners with Sleep Medicine Companies to Expand Treatment Options for Sleep Apnea

Dr. Nneka Obi, DDS, MPH, of First Street Smiles in Hackensack has formed a strategic partnership with apZme subsidiaries Sleep Group Solutions and Sleep Impressions to bring advanced dental sleep medicine services to patients suffering from snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea in the Hackensack area. This collaboration integrates Sleep Group Solutions' proprietary EccoVision Airway Imaging Technology with Sleep Impressions' ongoing service partnership, enabling Dr. Obi to offer Oral Appliance Therapy as an effective alternative to traditional CPAP therapy. This treatment option is often covered by medical insurance and Medicare, making it more accessible to patients seeking relief from sleep-related breathing disorders.

Dr. Obi expressed enthusiasm about the new services, stating that the support from Sleep Group Solutions and Sleep Impressions equips First Street Smiles to make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by sleep disorders. The importance of this partnership is underscored by the prevalence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, which affects nearly one in four adults in the United States, with the majority remaining undiagnosed. OSA is associated with serious health complications such as heart disease and diabetes, making early detection and treatment crucial.

John Nadeau, President of Sleep Group Solutions, emphasized the company's mission to partner with exceptional dentists nationwide to bring essential sleep medicine services to their communities. The collaboration is part of the apZme Dental Sleep Medicine Business Builder Program, which aims to facilitate in-network insurance coverage for many patients seeking treatment for their sleep apnea. This program positions Dr. Obi and her team to address the growing need for sleep disorder management in Hackensack and surrounding areas effectively.

Dr. Kent Smith, DDS, D-ABDSM, CEO of Star Sleep & Wellness and Co-Founder & President of apZme, highlighted the goal of broadening reach to patients suffering from this largely unrecognized disease. He emphasized the commitment to partnering with practices that share a dedication to improving sleep health and transforming the standard of care for those suffering from sleep-related breathing disorders. This partnership represents a significant step forward in the field of dental sleep medicine, offering hope to the many individuals suffering from undiagnosed or untreated sleep apnea in the Hackensack area.

By combining advanced technology with comprehensive care, First Street Smiles is poised to make a substantial impact on the sleep health of their community. As the field of dental sleep medicine continues to grow, partnerships like this one between First Street Smiles and apZme subsidiaries are likely to become increasingly important in addressing the widespread issue of sleep apnea and improving overall public health. More information about these services is available at https://www.apzme.com, https://www.sleepgroupsolutions.com, https://www.sleepimpressions.com, and https://www.firststreetsmilesnj.com.