Extensive Advanced Training with Sleep Group Solutions & Experts in the Field of Sleep Apnea Therapy
Dr. Homoky and His Team have Spent 100+ hours in Sleep Apnea Education
Offers FDA-Approved Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) for Sleep Breathing Conditions an Alternative for CPAP
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Sleep Apnea / CPAP Alternative
Why Choose Homoky Implant & Family Dentistry?
Extensive Advanced Training with Sleep Group Solutions & Experts in the Field of Sleep Apnea Therapy
Dr. Homoky and His Team have Spent 100+ hours in Sleep Apnea Education
Offers FDA-Approved Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) for Sleep Breathing Conditions an Alternative for CPAP
Is Sleep Apnea keeping you awake? Is snoring keeping your spouse awake? We have a simple solution – an alternative to the cumbersome CPAP.
Dr. Joseph M. Homoky provides new treatments for patients with snoring, sleep apnea, and CPAP intolerance problems.
He offers FDA-approved Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) for the many people with sleep breathing conditions.
MEDICARE approved with little to NO out of pocket costs, Dr. Joseph M. Homoky can solve your snoring and sleep apnea without CPAP or surgery!
Treatment Options
TIRED OF CPAP? We have an alternative!
Oral Appliance Therapy is completely non-invasive and painless. It is a mouthpiece, for patients with primary snoring or mild to moderate Sleep Apnea. They are small devices that you wear while you sleep. They are similar in size to an Orthodontic Retainer or Sports Mouthguard. They are very comfortable, easy to wear, and easy to travel with. These appliances can be used alone or in conjunction with other treatments. Oral Appliances work by attempting to prevent the collapse of the tongue and soft tissues in the back of your throat, keeping your airway open to allow adequate air intake. They work to reposition the lower jaw, tongue, soft palate, and uvula. Oral Appliance Therapy involves selecting an appropriate design, and then custom fitting it to your teeth. As of 2006, new guidelines have been established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine for treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea. These guidelines now recommend Oral Appliance Therapy as the first treatment option for patients with mild to moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and the best option for patients who are unable to successfully use CPAP.
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) is pressurized air from a bedside machine. The air is delivered through a tube that connects to a mask, covering the nose. The pressure of the air forces and maintains the airway open while you sleep. This is a very successful treatment option, however it is only a great treatment if it is used! Many people find the masks very uncomfortable and cumbersome to wear. The noise created by the machines can also cause difficulty sleeping for the patient and partner. Additionally, the machines are difficult to travel with for many people.
Am I a Candidate for an Oral Appliance?
Most people are great candidates for an oral appliance. The only way to tell for sure would be to come in for a complimentary consultation at our office. When you come in we will test your airway using our Eccovision Acoustic Diagnostic Imaging system and we may also send you home with a portable sleep apnea monitor. Once everything is reviewed the doctor will discuss treatment options with you.
NOT ALL ORAL APPLIANCES ARE THE SAME
At our practice we work with the Respire line of oral appliances. These devices are manufactured to strict standards and are FDA cleared specifically to manage Sleep Apnea. Additionally, we use state-of-the-art acoustic imaging technology to ensure your jaw is held in precisely the correct position with the appliance. “at home appliance kits” and other bulky non-custom devices may claim to help with snoring but are not nearly as comfortable or successful as the appliances we use.
Sleep Apnea / Snoring
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is the most common sleep disorder affecting over 18 million people in the United States. Sleep Apnea is characterized by loud or heavy snoring interrupted by the stopping of breathing for more than 10 seconds. The word “apnea” literally means “without breath.”
Under diagnosed and frequently dismissed simply as harmless yet annoying snoring, “obstructive sleep apnea” (OSA) is a very dangerous condition. If you or a loved one snore loudly at night, please have a sleep study done to rule out this potentially fatal condition.
Common Symptoms
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness – Do you simply run out of energy after lunch.
Poor, unrefreshing sleep – How often do you wake up as tired as when you went to bed?
Memory problems or Personality changes – Disturbed sleep can cause these.
Nocturia-Getting up more than twice a night to go to the bathroom.
History of Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Stroke, and High Blood Pressure
Diabetes-Over 50% of people with diabetes have Sleep Apnea.
Waking up gasping for air, or Stopping Breathing, while sleeping
Headaches in the Morning – Lack of oxygen can cause this.
TMJ and Teeth-Grinding Problems – These are conclusively linked to Sleep Apnea.
Depression and Emotional Conditions – Often go hand-in-hand with Apnea.
Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
Snoring – Not to be ignored, this is a major sign of a partially blocked airway ready to close completely.
How Does Sleep Apnea Occur?
Snoring occurs when the airway or passage through which we breathe becomes partially blocked or occluded. An example would be a tongue that falls back as we drift off into deeper sleep. As the diameter or size of the airway passage is shrinking, the net result is a muffled sound secondary to vibrations in the throat, or snoring.
These incidences can happen many times per hour and hundreds of times in a night’s sleep. When breathing stops, the snoring stops until the individual chokes and gasps for air. They will awaken briefly, sometimes violently, interrupting their sleep patterns and in the morning will have no memories of these incidences.
There are three types of apnea. In all three, people with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times during the night and often for a minute or longer.
Three Types of Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) the most common is usually caused when the soft tissue in the rear of the throat collapses and closes completely during sleep.
Central sleep apnea is not caused by a blocked airway but rather the brain’s failure to signal the muscles to breathe.
Mixed apnea is a combination of the two.
With each apnea event, the brain briefly arouses people with sleep apnea in order for them to resume breathing, but consequently sleep is extremely fragmented and of poor quality.
Sleep Apnea is a life threatening disorder and should not go un-treated because you can’t wear your CPAP! We can make a custom-fit plastic mouthpiece for treating sleep apnea. The mouthpiece will adjust your lower jaw and your tongue to help keep your airways open while you sleep.
Health Risks of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Risk factors include being male, overweight, and over the age of forty, but sleep apnea can strike anyone at any age, even children. Yet still because of the lack of awareness by the public and healthcare professionals, the vast majority remain undiagnosed and therefore untreated, despite the fact that this serious disorder can have significant consequences.
Untreated, sleep apnea can cause:
Drug resistant high blood pressure
Cardiovascular disease
Memory problems
Obesity
Impotency
Headaches
Moreover, untreated sleep apnea may be responsible for job impairment and motor vehicle crashes. For those who are struggling with Sleep Apnea or Snoring, are frustrated with using a CPAP, or have a family member, friend, neighbor, or co-worker who has these problems, contact us to schedule a free consultation with us to learn more.
Testimonials
Hello. My name is Joseph Newman and I went to Dr. Homokey’s office after many years of not going to the dentist and found out he does a great job, it was virtually painless. I suggest that anyone who has been neglecting their teeth for many years go see him. He does a great job. Thank you
Joseph Newman
Hi, this is Lori Hayes. I just wanted to say thank you very much for taking me in on such short notice when I had my emergency last Friday and also I thought everybody was very kind and I did mention that it was the first time I ever went to a dentist and actually had a good time. Thanks so much and I’ll see you again!
Lori Hayes
I’d like this to go to Homoky Family Dentistry. It is about an implant tooth in the front that; I’m not a full time Florida resident but he replaced it for me and my dental company back home in Michigan also commented that it was probably the finest implant they had ever seen done on a patient...
Implant Patient
...My experience with Dr. Homoky was fantastic. No pain, I had a very quick healing, and I really can’t say enough about his ability . I recommend Dr. Homoky to anyone who is considering implants or any other dental procedures. He is by far my dentist of choice....
Howard Speilman, Implant Patient
... People that are afraid of having implants or anything like that shouldn’t have to be afraid because, like I said, I had no pain. My name is Dawn Abba. I just wanted to let you those were the services I had and it was wonderful. Thank you very much...
Dawn Abba, Implant / Fillings / Deep Cleaning
Hi, my name is Steve Michod, I am a patient of Dr. Joseph Homoky. I had this procedure done, where I was given a mouthpiece to stop my jaw from slipping back when I sleep at night and, I noticed after a few days of using it, that my depth perception was better. Things appeared more 3D, and the colors seemed more pronounced, which was a big difference to me. Of course, I also felt more rested.
Steve M.
From the minute you walk in the door to the minute you leave you are treated respectfully and courteously. I seriously have never experienced such a compassionate staff. You truly feel like you are with family. And as a plus, the office and all rooms are tastefully decorated.
Nancy
Our family greatly appreciates the friendliness of the staff, the ease of being accommodated, and the honoring of the customer’s time with punctuality of appointments. Whenever we have the chance we recommend Homoky x2! Thank you for being an outstanding service in the community!
Eric H.
Everyone there was so nice and professional. This was my 4 year old son’s first real dental visit and when we got home he told me it was fun! That’s amazing! Dr. Joe and Miss Rachel were very nice and patient with him. He’s a very active boy, but they treated him very well and calmly and he responded positively to them. Thanks so much.
Brady O.
Homoky and Homoky dentistry is a wonderful place. The staff is very courteous informative and of course stunningly beautiful. I enjoy every visit. My family has extremely healthy teeth thanks to the wonderful care we receive.
Chris
I enjoy going to the dentist because the staff makes me feel like I am welcomed. They always make sure I am comfortable and nothing hurts.
Kelsey
Mary was really nice. Dr. Homoky explained the procedures of my next visit. Allowing me to be sedated is the positive action I needed to hear. Office is very relaxing and cheerful.
Jill
I have been a patient of the “Homoky family” for many years. The reason I refer to it in that way, is due to the close relationship between the entire staff that spreads to the patients. Makes for a nice experience for me while I have best care for all my dental needs.
Dorothy
Awesome dentists, very professional but also a bit playful attitude. Very caring, I enjoyed my experience, even though I got a tooth extracted while I was there. Will go back again 🙂
Mazal
Wonderful experience, great doctor, great staff, very professional and extremely caring. Dr. Joe explained every detail as he was doing my extraction, and explained what I would be experiencing after I left. I was very happy with everything. No pain during, no pain after!
Carol
I have been coming here for a few years now. They have been great with my young child also. I recommend this practice to all my family and friends.
Edward
Very impressive equipment. State of the art. Staff were very professional and proficient. My first time visit was a very pleasurable experience and I will definitely return for any dental needs.
Valerie
We love coming to Homoky Family Dentistry! Everyone is amazing and friendly! My kids look forward to coming to the dentist! My son invited the entire staff to go on vacation with us, that’s how great they are!
Jillian
I am terrified of dentists, but my experience with Dr. Joe was painless and stress free. If you need a dentist, this is the place to go.
Susan
Thank you Dr. Homoky and your staff for your friendliness, professionalism and your beautiful building interior that helps lessen the anxiety that comes with having dental work done.
Brenda
Very prompt and efficient, explained all findings and recommendations. Prices are very reasonable and entire visit done in under an hour.
Stacey
I have been a patient at Homoky Family Dentistry for almost 10 years and I am always impressed by their professionalism and efforts to take care of all of my dental needs. I always leave the office with a great smile
Nicholas
Dr. Jo Homoky and his team always make me feel at home when i go there for my appointment. The staff is very cordial, caring and respectful.A good family setting.
Philomene
I love Dr Joe & his staff! They are always very pleasant & seem to genuinely care about their patients! I will never go to another dentist!
Barbara
Dr. Joe and the Staff are very personable. Pleasant smiles are throughout the office. Definite “Double Thumbs Up”
Edward
Awesome Doc and staff!! My kids never mind going to the dentist!! They love Dr.Joe and his staff!
Reece
Dr. Homoky is one of the best dentist I have ever seen. He takes the time with me to explain everything that he needs to do. And his assistant Rachel is so good at comforting me when I have problems with anxiety. The whole staff is wonderful. I would recommend Dr. Homoky’s office to anyone […]
Norma
I’m more than 70 years old….so, I’ve been to quite a few dental offices over the years. In my opinion, Dr.Joe and his staff are outstanding….the best that I’ve ever encountered. I feel safe and valued in their hands.
Sandra
My husband and I recently moved to the area and cannot believe that we were lucky enough to find Dr. Homoky. The staff is professional, helpful and encourages you to ask questions, so you are more than comfortable with your treatment plan. Awesome experience, professional office environment – I would recommend Dr. Homoky Family Dentistry […]
Pamela
My kids are usually very nervous with doctors or strangers getting near them. The staff here was so great at making them feel comfortable and making it a fun experience. I couldn’t believe how well they handled their cleanings. The staff and Dr. Homoky talked to them at their level of understanding. They allowed me […]
Courtney H.
Simply the BEST...I have been in Florida 26 years and have had several dentists since moving here....some decent...others ..so so...Dr. Joe and his entire staff are top of the line !!! .caring and concerned on your needs..Up to date on latest technology..They make you feel like family,,I will never go anywhere else ..
Bob W
Great patient care! My entire family has received superior care from everyone we have encountered at the office. I was amazed after my first cleaning at how much cleaner my teeth seemed than after any other dental cleaning - WHITE! My husband recently had an emergency situation. They got him in quick. Then Dr. Homoky […]
Kimberlee H
Staff is kind, attentive to your needs, efficient and the doctors are awesome‼️
Anne S
Great staff, with the latest tech that gave me the best dental care of my 60 years of living!Best dental care anywhere, bar none!
Richard R
We had a very informative and productive meeting with Angie on sleep apnea and oral dental devices.
Jim G.
The staff is polite, caring, and very knowledgeable!! Dr Homoky and Dr Noriega have a great bedside manner and are very thorough and helpful. I have been to several dentist offices in this area and they are my very favorite!!! They are so amazing!!
RandomStuffJen71
came to this office last year for a root canal and ever since then I became his new patient. This office is amazing, from the receptionist to the entire staff, I had tooth infection couple weeks ago and needed another root canal and a crown, the Dentist DR Homoky makes it fun to come for […]
HealthyDiet
Staff was very kind and professional. Dentist is very personable and caring. Highly recommend!
Kim L
I have been a patient of Dr. Homoky since last year. Great experience. The staff is very patient and accommodative. If you are looking for a good dentist in Port Charlotte, I strongly recommend Dr. Homoky and his very friendly and professional staff to you.
Jennifer C
Dr. Noriega is the best. Very gentle and caring. Very detailed. Does not rush. Ellie was the assistant in the room with me. Made sure I was comfortable at all times. I love my dental office
Mary B
Friendly and professional staff. Would recommend Homoky Dentistry to anyone looking for an experienced dentist.
Garywdfld
From the moment I called and made my appt. until my actual visit, every single staff member including Dr. Homoky was kind, caring and truly made me feel special. I also like the tropical feel when I pulled up to the nice decor inside. I can’t recall the last time I left a dentist or […]