Diagnosis: Sleep Studies
The first step towards successful treatment is an accurate diagnosis. At Sleep Apnea HQ, this begins with a sleep study. We are pleased to offer portable sleep study equipment, so you have the option to undertake your study from the comfort of your own bed at home.
The statistics generated by this straightforward but essential test are then interpreted collaboratively by Dr Stein and a specialist sleep physician.
Airway Assessment: the Rhinometer & Pharyngometer
If a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea is confirmed, we then utilise two specialised airway assessment machines, the pharyngometer and rhinometer, to determine the best treatment for your situation. Sleep Apnea HQ is one of the few practices in Australia to have both a pharyngometer and rhinometer located conveniently on-site.
These machines painlessly and accurately transmit soundwaves into the airways to identify the location of any obstructions. With the use of the rhinometer and pharyngometer, we can select the most suitable management strategy for your condition, such as a customised dental sleep appliance.
Imaging Technologies
At Sleep Apnea HQ, we also employ the latest in 3D imaging technology: cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). CBCT allows us to visualise the airway in three dimensions, giving further information as to the location of obstructions and highlighting any pathology present.
We then use a combination of CBCT and plain films (for example, a lateral cephalometric radiograph) to determine the optimal anatomical position for your dental appliance. At Sleep Apnea HQ, your appliance is both custom manufactured and custom fitted, offering you optimal comfort and effectiveness.
Expertise & Experience
Nowadays, there are a number of technologies available that improve the accuracy of diagnosis and help to tailor treatment. However, it is the combination of Dr Phil Stein’s years of experience and numerous qualifications that allow him to harness the potential of these technologies and deliver the best treatment outcomes possible.
If you want treatment that is caring, highly effective, and based on the latest in scientific evidence and technology, call Sleep Apnea HQ today to book your consultation with Dr Phil Stein.
