Medical, Not Dental
Oral appliance therapy is an FDA-cleared medical treatment billed through your medical insurance — not dental.
Sleep Apnea Treatment in Irvine, Orange County
Finally sleep through the night — without a CPAP machine.
Dr. Joseph Passamano, DDS — AADSM Qualified Dentist who treats his own sleep apnea with an oral appliance. Custom oral appliance therapy, home sleep testing, and convenient weekday appointments.
Free 15-minute consultation with Thomas D'Acquisto, Sleep Director — even at 2am when you can't sleep
5/5 StarsBoard-Certified Sleep SpecialistInsurance Verified Before First VisitFree Consultation
Sleep Apnea Treatment Options in Irvine
Our Irvine office on Sand Canyon Avenue brings Solve Sleep Apnea's approach to Orange County. Dr. Joseph Passamano is an AADSM Qualified Dentist who understands sleep apnea on a personal level — he has OSA himself and wears an oral appliance every night, and that firsthand experience shapes every consultation and fitting. He's also one of the few Orange County providers who bills oral appliance therapy through medical insurance rather than dental, which typically means better coverage for most patients. With weekday hours Monday through Friday, treatment fits around your schedule.
Learn more about how oral appliance therapy works or explore your CPAP alternatives.
Local Impact: Orange County's population of over 3.1 million includes an estimated 73,000+ Irvine-area residents with undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea. Many are high-performing professionals who chalk up their fatigue to demanding schedules rather than recognizing a treatable condition.
Why Treating Sleep Apnea Matters
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea doesn't just rob you of sleep — it increases your risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, and motor vehicle accidents. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine estimates that untreated sleep apnea costs the U.S. economy $149.6 billion annually in healthcare costs and lost productivity. The sooner you get tested, the sooner you can protect your health — and start waking up rested.
How Sleep Apnea Treatment Works
Three simple steps — starting with a free conversation, not a sales pitch.
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Free Phone Consultation with our Founder/Director
Start with a free 15-minute consultation with Thomas D'Acquisto, our Founder/Director with 40 years of experience. He'll review your symptoms, answer your questions, and determine your best next step. No pressure, no commitment — call or text +1 (888) 885-7369.
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Try an at Home Sleep Study
If a sleep study is needed, we provide an FDA-cleared home sleep test. Pick up the device from our Irvine office, sleep with it one night in your own bed, and have results reviewed by a board-certified sleep physician within days. No overnight lab visit.
3
Experience Restful Sleep & Improved Quality of Life
Thomas connects you with the right specialist for your needs. For most patients, that's a custom-fitted oral appliance — silent, portable, and covered by most medical insurance. Most patients notice improvement within the first week.
Book My Free Consultation
Or call/text +1 (888) 885-7369 to schedule your free consultation with Thomas
Why Choose Our Irvine Office
Dr. Passamano wears an oral appliance himself every night, giving him unmatched empathy and practical insight. His practice is one of the few in Orange County that bills through medical insurance, which typically provides significantly better coverage than dental plans. He offers convenient weekday hours Monday through Friday, making treatment accessible for working professionals.
40 Years Experience
Thomas D'Acquisto, Founder/Director
Doctor Uses OAT Himself
Dr. Joseph Passamano treats his own sleep apnea nightly
Insurance First
We verify coverage before your first visit
No Pushy Sales Process
Free consultation — zero pressure, zero commitment
Struggling with CPAP? You Have Options
If you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea and prescribed a CPAP machine but can't tolerate it, you're not alone. Research shows that 30–50% of CPAP users abandon therapy within the first year. The mask discomfort, air leaks, noise, dry mouth, and claustrophobia are real — and they're the reason millions of people live with untreated sleep apnea.
Oral appliance therapy is an FDA-cleared alternative that the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends as a first-line treatment for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, and as an option for severe cases when CPAP is not tolerated. It's a custom-fitted mouthpiece — similar to a retainer — that gently repositions your jaw to keep your airway open. No mask, no machine, no noise.
CPAP
- —Mask and headgear required
- —Machine noise
- —Requires electricity
- —50–60% adherence rate
- —Dry mouth and skin irritation common
Oral Appliance
- Custom-fitted mouthpiece
- Completely silent
- No electricity needed
- ~90% adherence rate
- Fits in your pocket for travel
Already have a CPAP diagnosis? You don't need a new sleep study to switch to an oral appliance. Learn why 50–60% of CPAP users quit within a year. Call Thomas at +1 (888) 885-7369 to discuss your options.
What Patients Are Saying
5/5 Stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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He took care of my tooth even though his office was closed and all his staff were gone. He even called the next morning to follow up. The world needs more doctors like Dr. Joe.
”— R.T., Irvine, CA
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Dr. Joseph Passamano, DDS
My Dentist Joe
AADSM Qualified Dentist
Dr. Joseph Passamano is an AADSM Qualified Dentist who understands sleep apnea on a personal level — he has sleep apnea himself and uses oral appliances personally. This firsthand experience drives his commitment to helping patients find comfortable, effective alternatives to CPAP. He leads My Dentist Joe in Irvine, providing sleep apnea consultations, home sleep testing, and custom oral appliance therapy. Dr. Passamano bills through medical insurance, making treatment accessible for patients throughout Orange County.
Dr. Joseph Passamano treats his own sleep apnea with an oral appliance every night. He doesn't just prescribe the treatment — he lives with it.
AADSM Qualified Dentist
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Start with a free consultation with Thomas D'Acquisto. He'll review your situation and connect you with Dr. Joseph Passamano if treatment is right for you.
Ready to Sleep Better in Irvine?
Start with a free consultation with Thomas D’Acquisto — he’ll review your situation and connect you with the right specialist. Call or text +1 (888) 885-7369.
INSURANCE & COVERAGE
We Accept PPOs, Medicare, and TRICARE
Oral appliance therapy is FDA-cleared and billed through your medical insurance — not dental. For other plans, our team verifies your specific benefits at no cost, before anything begins.
PPOsMedicareTRICARE
We Handle Everything
Verification, prior authorization, claims, and reimbursement — our team manages the paperwork so you don’t have to.
Verified Before You Commit
We check your specific coverage and explain your benefits before anything begins. No surprises.
Serving Irvine and Surrounding Areas
Our Irvine office conveniently serves patients from across the region.
Tustin
8 minutes drive
Lake Forest
8 minutes drive
Newport Beach
12 minutes drive
Costa Mesa
12 minutes drive
Mission Viejo (12 minutes)Laguna Hills (10 minutes)Laguna Niguel (14 minutes)Aliso Viejo (12 minutes)Rancho Santa Margarita (15 minutes)Laguna Beach (18 minutes)Foothill Ranch (10 minutes)
Also serving: Ladera Ranch, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Huntington Beach
San Clemente
About Our Irvine Location
Irvine is Orange County's master-planned hub of education, technology, and healthcare, anchored by UC Irvine and the Irvine Spectrum Center. Our office on Sand Canyon Avenue is convenient for patients from Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Laguna Hills. The 5, 405, and 133 freeways all provide easy access to our location.
Office Hours
monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
tuesday10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
wednesdayClosed
thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
saturdayClosed
sundayClosed
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Take the First Step Tonight
Call or text Thomas D’Acquisto at +1 (888) 885-7369 — even at 2am when you can’t sleep. Or book your free consultation online.