Blog – Sleep Impressions

apZme Announces the Strategic Acquisition of Sleep Impressions, Transforming Dental Sleep Medicine Billing and Patient Care

December 8th, 2023SleepImp0 Comments

[Hollywood, FL, 12/7/2023] – apZme, a leading sleep apnea and dental sleep medicine DSO / MSO, is excited to announce the latest addition to its family of companies, Sleep Impressions. This strategic partnership is set to revolutionize the landscape of dental sleep medicine by addressing a long-standing challenge in the industry – medical billing. “We are excited to welcome Sleep Impressions to the apZme family,” said Rochelle Latkanich, apZme COO. “This partnership not only strengthens our market position but also expands our commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services.” Sleep Impressions simplifies the workload for dental sleep providers allowing them to …

Increasing Popularity of Oral Appliance Therapy

June 8th, 2022SleepImp0 Comments

In the aftermath of a recall by a major CPAP manufacturer, Phillips Respironics, there is national CPAP shortage. As a result, oral appliance therapy is being considered as a treatment option more than ever before. The most common therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in the United States is positive airway pressure, either a continuous pressure (CPAP) or one that auto adjusts (autoPAP). An alternative option is a mandibular advancement devices (oral appliance) which has been gaining popularity over the last 10 years. Traditionally, CPAP has been the first choice of physicians for treatment of patients with OSA because of its effectiveness …

Coronavirus FAQs: CPAP Recommendations, Cautions, and Alternatives

April 15th, 2020SleepImp0 Comments

Our lives have changed in many ways since March when the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic came to the United States. Now we are bombarded with instructions and recommendations to keep us safe and minimize the health impact to our country. I trust we are all doing our part with social distancing, washing our hands to reduce transmission, and even using masks in many circumstances. Many of us need to take additional precautions for ourselves and those around us, including people with sleep apnea using a CPAP. If you are using CPAP and wondering what the guidelines are during the Covid-19 outbreak, …

Stress Awareness : Sleep & Stress

April 16th, 2019SleepImp0 Comments

April 16th is Stress Awareness Day! Stress can effect an individual on so many different levels. Take this time to reflect on the stressors in your life and what you can do to manage them. One way to help keep stress under control is SLEEP! According to The National Sleep Foundation “If you don’t sleep enough at night, your body boosts its levels of stress hormones”. Only furthering the cycle of stress leading to poor sleep and then poor sleep leading to stress or anxiety. Resources: National Sleep Foundation https://sleepfoundation.org/sleep-disorders-problems/depression-and-sleep Anxiety and Depression …

Sleep Awareness Week 2019

March 11th, 2019SleepImp0 Comments

his week is all about Sleep Awareness!!! Many in the sleep industry are joining The National Sleep Foundation‘s campaign to bring attention to the importance of sleep! This year’s theme is #YourDayBeginsWithSleep

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week

November 5th, 2018SleepImp0 Comments

The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has designated the first full week in November (this year Nov 4-11 2018) as National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. Most people are aware of the dangers of drunk driving and distracted driving. The dangers of drowsy driving are not as well known but are just as real. In fact, sleep-deprived drivers cause more than 6,400 deaths and 50,000 debilitating injuries on American roadways each year. 1 Drowsy driving is when a driver is fatigued due to lack of sleep. Drowsy drivers have diminished awareness, delayed braking and can even fall asleep at the wheel. Studies show …

Headaches Can Be Sleep Related

June 20th, 2018SleepImp0 Comments

June is Headache Awareness Month. Frequently waking up with a headache is a sign of a potential sleep disorder. However, treatment can reduce of even eliminate sleep-related headaches! Did you know: Half of all migraines occur between 4am – 9am 50% of people who wake up with a headache might have Sleep Apnea Talk to Us or your medical professional today about your sleep! According to O’Brien SM. Managing headaches in patients with sleep disorders. Clinical Advisor. 2017 Feb 09. www.clinicaladvivor.com/the-waiting-room/managing-headaches-in-sleep-disorders/article/637016 Rains J. Sleep Disorders and Headaches. American Migraine Foundation. 16 Dec 2016. americanmigrainefoundation.org/understanding-migraine/sleep/

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month!

May 10th, 2018SleepImp0 Comments

Did you know… 83% of drug resistant hypertension patients also have Obstructive Sleep Apnea! Half of Obstructive Sleep Apnea patients also have hypertension! The good news is treatment can help! For example evidence shows when you treat people with sleep apnea, their blood pressure is not only lower at night – it’s also lower during the day. Take time to have your (or your loved ones) sleep tested and treated. Our dentists have treatment solutions & alternatives to CPAP! Talk to your us or your medical professional about your sleep today! According to the National Sleep Foundation https://sleepfoundation.org/ask-the-expert/sleep-apnea-and-heart-disease The American Heart …

Managing Stress for Better Sleep

April 5th, 2018SleepImp0 Comments

Is stress keeping you up at night? If so, follow these steps to reduce stress and improve the quality of your sleep. Identify your stressors and work toward eliminating them. Do you struggle to make ends meet? Do you live with pain? Do you dislike your boss? These are common stressors that can impact your sleep. Talk about your stressors with the people who care for you. Practice positive thinking to improve how you feel and to reduce stress levels. Avoid negative thoughts such as “I’m a horrible parent” or “We’ll never get out of this mess.” Stay active. Exercise …

Sleep Awareness Week March 11-17 2018

March 14th, 2018SleepImp0 Comments

This week is all about Sleep Awareness!!! Many in the sleep industry are joining The National Sleep Foundation‘s campaign to bring attention to the importance of sleep! This year’s theme is #YourDayBeginsWithSleep!