Dental sleep medicine focused on breathing, sleep & whole-body health
Sleep Apnea Treatment & Oral Appliance Therapy in Broomall, PA
Sleep better. Breathe better. Live better.
RestWell Dental Sleep & Airway helps adults with obstructive sleep apnea explore effective, comfortable treatment, including custom oral appliance therapy for appropriate patients—especially when CPAP is difficult to tolerate.
Custom-fit therapy
Physician collaboration
Follow-up sleep testing
OSA can affect much more than snoring.
Your sleep affects your heart, brain, metabolism and daytime function.
Untreated sleep apnea repeatedly interrupts sleep and lowers blood oxygen, reducing restorative deep and REM sleep.
See why treatment matters →Understanding obstructive sleep apnea
When the airway closes during sleep, the whole body feels it.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when breathing repeatedly stops or becomes shallow during sleep. These events fragment restorative sleep and can cause repeated drops in oxygen.
Common signs and symptoms
Loud snoringDaytime sleepinessMorning headachesWitnessed apneasFragmented sleepPoor memoryMood changesFrequent nighttime urination
Why treating OSA matters
Sleep apnea is associated with serious health consequences.
View the full RestWell OSA consequences poster
Effective treatment is treatment you can use
Finding the right therapy means balancing efficacy, adherence and real-world effectiveness.
CPAP can be extremely effective when worn consistently. Oral appliance therapy can provide a comfortable, travel-friendly alternative for appropriate patients, and is often easier for patients to use nightly.
Efficacy × adherence = practical treatment effectiveness
These figures are reproduced from the educational presentation you supplied. They summarize different treatment categories and should not be interpreted as a single head-to-head clinical trial. Individual results vary by diagnosis, anatomy, device, titration and nightly use.
Treatment
Efficacy
Adherence
Treatment effectiveness
CPAP
99%
56%
55%
Hypoglossal nerve stimulation
68%
71%
48%
Precision Custom OAT
89%
83%
74%
(1) Heiser, Clerhens& Steffeni Armini&e Gaul eatrick@Aidie-Miniet, Claire & Vanderveken, Olivier & Hofauer, Benedikt. (2022). Hypoglossal nerve stimulation versus positive airway pressure therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep and Breathing. 27. 10.1007/511325-022-02663-6. (2) Data from multi-center registry oderate = <10AHI; severe <20AHI)
Custom Oral Appliance Therapy
A small, custom-fit device worn during sleep that gently positions the lower jaw forward to help keep the airway open.
- Custom and titratable
- Quiet, compact and travel-friendly
- No mask, hose or machine
- Follow-up testing confirms response
CPAP Therapy
Positive airway pressure pneumatically splints the airway open and remains the gold-standard treatment for severe OSA.
- Very high physiologic efficacy when used
- Preferred first-line treatment for severe OSA
- Follow-up testing confirms response
- Alternatives may be appropriate when intolerance persists
For patients
A clear path from concern to treatment.
RestWell coordinates dental evaluation with sleep-medicine diagnosis and follow-up so treatment is not just delivered—it is verified.
- 1Screen & consult
Review symptoms, risk factors, health history and oral anatomy.
- 2Sleep Doctor orders sleep testing and makes diagnosis.
Complete physician-directed sleep testing when indicated.
- 3Custom appliance & titration (if candidate for OAT)
Scan, fabricate and adjust your oral appliance for comfort and airway response.
- 4Confirm effectiveness
Repeat sleep testing and communicate results with your treating physicians.
Medical Insurance & Medicare
RestWell makes using your medical benefits easier.
Dr. David Brown is credentialed with Medicare and major medical insurance companies, allowing RestWell to submit claims and bill medical insurance or Medicare on a patient's behalf for covered dental sleep medicine services.
Our team can help verify your benefits and explain your estimated out-of-pocket costs before treatment. Coverage, deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and other patient responsibilities vary by individual plan.
Meet your RestWell doctor
David Brown, DDS
Dr. David Brown has been caring for patients in the Broomall community for more than 25 years. A graduate of the University of Maryland Baltimore School of Dental Surgery, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2000 and completed a General Practice Residency at Abington Memorial Hospital in 2001.
Throughout his career, Dr. Brown has been committed to continuing education and providing patients with advanced, compassionate care. That commitment led him to become deeply involved in the field of dental sleep medicine and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). He has immersed himself in advanced education and training to better understand the relationship between sleep, breathing, oral health, and overall health—and to provide effective treatment options for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
Dr. Brown is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. His passion for dental sleep medicine comes from the opportunity to make a meaningful difference beyond a patient's smile: helping people sleep better, breathe better, improve their overall health, and ultimately live healthier, happier, and longer lives.
Recognized by his peers for his commitment to clinical excellence, Dr. Brown has been honored as a Philadelphia Top Dentist in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.
For referring physicians & dentists
A collaborative dental sleep medicine partner.
We aim to make referrals simple, keep the medical team informed and objectively verify treatment response.
Custom, titratable appliancesDesigned for adult OSA patients selected for OAT.
Structured follow-upComfort, side effects, adherence and titration are monitored.
Objective verificationFollow-up sleep testing helps confirm efficacy.
Closed-loop communicationFinal results can be shared back with the patient's physicians.
Frequently asked questions
What patients usually want to know.
Is snoring the same as sleep apnea?
No. Snoring can result from partial airway narrowing, while obstructive sleep apnea involves repeated episodes of marked reduction or cessation of airflow during sleep. A sleep study is needed to diagnose OSA.
Can a dentist diagnose sleep apnea?
Dentists can screen for OSA risk and recognize oral/anatomic signs, but medical diagnosis is made by a qualified medical provider based on appropriate sleep testing.
Will an oral appliance work for everyone?
No single treatment works for every patient. Effectiveness depends on OSA severity, anatomy, weight, sleep position, device design, titration and adherence. Follow-up sleep testing is important.
What if I have severe OSA and cannot use CPAP?
CPAP remains the gold-standard treatment for severe OSA. If it cannot be tolerated, your sleep physician may consider alternatives such as oral appliance therapy, combination therapy, surgery or other options based on your individual case.
Take the next step
Ready for better sleep and better breathing?
Patients and referring doctors are welcome to contact RestWell Dental Sleep & Airway.
RestWell Dental Sleep & Airway
7 Davis Ave
Broomall, PA 19008
Phone: 610-353-5710
Doctor: David Brown, DDS