Dr. Nneka Obi of First Street Smiles in Hackensack has established a strategic partnership with apZme subsidiaries Sleep Group Solutions and Sleep Impressions to provide advanced dental sleep medicine services for patients with snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. This collaboration integrates Sleep Group Solutions' proprietary EccoVision Airway Imaging Technology with Sleep Impressions' ongoing service partnership, enabling the practice to offer Oral Appliance Therapy as an effective alternative to traditional CPAP therapy. This treatment option is often covered by medical insurance and Medicare, increasing accessibility for patients seeking relief from sleep-related breathing disorders.
The partnership addresses a significant public health concern, as Obstructive Sleep Apnea affects nearly one in four adults in the United States, with the majority remaining undiagnosed. OSA is associated with serious health complications including heart disease and diabetes, making early detection and treatment crucial. 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.
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, 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 advancement in dental sleep medicine, offering hope to individuals with undiagnosed or untreated sleep apnea in the Hackensack area.
By combining advanced technology with comprehensive care, First Street Smiles is positioned 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 becoming increasingly important in addressing the widespread issue of sleep apnea and improving overall public health. Additional information about these services is available at https://www.apzme.com, https://www.sleepgroupsolutions.com, https://www.sleepimpressions.com, and https://www.firststreetsmilesnj.com.
