How Much Do Snoring Appliances Cost?

 

Understanding the costs of sleep apnea and snoring treatments like CPAP and oral appliance therapy is essential for informed decision-making.

 

Choosing the right treatment for sleep apnea and snoring should be done with informed guidance from your health team. They will assess your symptoms, physical exam results, and test outcomes to help determine the most suitable therapy. Doing so can save you both time and money.

 

The following is a list of common treatment options for the management of your snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

 

CPAP Machines

 

Continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, machines include several components, and their cost can vary considerably. Each CPAP machine should include:

 

  1. A mask that fits over your nose or your nose and mouth.
  2. Straps to both place and secure the mask.
  3. A tube that connects the mask to the machine’s motor.
  4. A motor that blows air into the tube.

 

A CPAP machine with a humidifier is a popular option. The addition of a humidifier adds moisture to the air to prevent your airways from becoming dry and irritated. This method makes using CPAP more comfortable but is also more expensive.

 

CPAP machines without humidifiers can range from $300 to $500. Machines with humidifiers will range from $600 to $800. If you do choose a CPAP with a humidifier, you will also need to replace the humidifier chamber every six months, which usually costs about $20 to $40 each time.

 

Oral Appliances

 

If you have mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea and snoring, an oral appliance can be used for treatment. There are a variety of oral appliances for sleep apnea, which usually fall into two categories: mandibular advancement and tongue-retaining devices.

 

The cost of an oral appliance for snoring and sleep apnea can range from $1,800 to $2,000. The cost will include consultation with your dentist, custom plaster molds, appliance fabrication, adjustments, follow-ups, and personalized modifications.

 

Oral appliances need to be replaced at regular intervals, especially after any dental treatment that alters your bite.

 

Less expensive options can also be purchased online. These oral appliances are moldable and can be obtained for $10 to $100. They might not be right for you, though, and are not recommended for long-term use.

 

Alternative Sleep Apnea and Snoring Treatments

 

Several treatments may help to improve snoring and sleep apnea modestly. The costs of these treatments are low, often less than a few hundred dollars. These additional options include:

 

  1. Intentional weight loss.
  2. Allergy treatments, like saline sprays, saline rinses, pills, and sprays.
  3. Breathe Right strips.
  4. Positional therapy, which can range from $80 to $200.
  5. A sleeping wedge pillow, ranging from $40 to $250.
  6. Provent or Theravent, which costs $40 to $65 per month.

 

Costs of Untreated Sleep Apnea

 

It certainly can be disheartening to face medical expenses that can run into hundreds of dollars.

 

However, it is important to consider the effects and symptoms associated with sleep apnea when it is left untreated and has negative effects on your sleep and quality of life.

 

There can be additional healthcare costs attributable to the complications, including:

 

  1. Hypertension.
  2. Diabetes.
  3. Depression.
  4. Heart disease.
  5. Stroke.
  6. Dementia.

 

Sleepiness associated with a medical condition can lead to an accident. Severe sleep apnea can also increase the risk of sudden death. When put in this context, corrective treatment now seems like a worthwhile investment.

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