New Partnership Expands Sleep Apnea Treatment Options in Hackensack, NJ

A new partnership between apZme subsidiaries Sleep Group Solutions and Sleep Impressions and Dr. Nneka Obi of First Street Smiles in Hackensack, New Jersey, is set to expand access to sleep apnea treatment in the area. This collaboration aims to provide advanced dental sleep medicine services to patients suffering from snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), offering an alternative to traditional CPAP therapy.

The partnership leverages apZme's Dental Sleep Medicine Business Builder Program, which combines Sleep Group Solutions' proprietary EccoVision Airway Imaging Technology with Sleep Impressions' ongoing service partnership. This integration facilitates in-network insurance coverage for many patients seeking treatment for sleep apnea, making care more accessible and affordable.

Dr. Obi expressed enthusiasm about offering Oral Appliance Therapy, stating, "We are excited to offer Oral Appliance Therapy, an effective and patient-friendly solution that improves sleep quality, health, and overall well-being for our community." This treatment option is particularly significant given that OSA affects nearly one in four adults in the United States, with the majority remaining undiagnosed.

The implications of this partnership extend beyond individual patient care. By addressing the growing need for sleep disorder management, the collaboration has the potential to impact public health significantly. OSA is associated with serious health complications such as heart disease and diabetes, and effective treatment can mitigate these risks.

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 communities. This partnership with Dr. Obi and First Street Smiles aligns with that goal, potentially serving as a model for similar collaborations in other regions.

The partnership is particularly timely given the increasing recognition of sleep disorders as a major public health concern. Common symptoms of OSA include loud snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness, and hypertension. By offering dental devices as an effective alternative to CPAP therapy, and ensuring these are often covered by medical insurance and Medicare, the partnership addresses both clinical and financial barriers to treatment.

Dr. Kent Smith, CEO of Star Sleep & Wellness and Co-Founder & President of apZme, highlighted the importance of such initiatives, stating, "In our field, there is no goal more noble than to broaden our reach to patients suffering with this largely unrecognized disease." This sentiment underscores the potential for this partnership to serve as a catalyst for broader changes in how sleep disorders are diagnosed and treated.

The collaboration between apZme's subsidiaries and Dr. Obi represents a significant step forward in the field of dental sleep medicine. By combining advanced technology, comprehensive training, and a patient-centered approach, this partnership has the potential to transform the standard of care for those suffering from sleep-related breathing disorders in Hackensack and potentially serve as a blueprint for similar initiatives nationwide.

As the field of dental sleep medicine continues to evolve, partnerships like this one between apZme and local dental practices may become increasingly common, potentially reshaping the landscape of sleep disorder treatment and improving health outcomes for millions of Americans affected by OSA.