Sleep Apnea Treatment Near Poway, San Diego
Finally sleep through the night — without a CPAP machine.
Poway residents struggling with snoring, CPAP intolerance, or daytime exhaustion — our Sorrento Valley office is about 18 minutes south on Poway Road to I-15. Start with a free consultation and discover a quiet alternative to CPAP that you’ll actually use every night.
Free 15-minute consultation with Thomas D'Acquisto, Sleep Director — even at 2am when you can't sleep
Sleep Apnea Treatment Options for Poway Residents
Poway — the “City in the Country” — is known for its wide-open spaces, equestrian trails, and family-friendly atmosphere. But even in a community that values the outdoors and well-being, untreated sleep apnea is quietly affecting an estimated 1 in 4 adults. If you’re waking up unrested, your partner complains about your snoring, or you’ve tried CPAP and given up, oral appliance therapy at our Sorrento Valley office could be the answer. We’re about 18 minutes south on Poway Road to I-15, exit Mira Mesa Boulevard. Our custom-fitted oral appliances keep your airway open silently — no mask, no machine, no electricity needed. Most medical insurance covers it, including Medicare and TRICARE.
Learn more about how oral appliance therapy works or explore your CPAP alternatives.
Local Impact: An estimated 12,000 adults in Poway have undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea, based on American Academy of Sleep Medicine prevalence data applied to the city’s population of approximately 50,000 residents.
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.
Free Phone Consultation with our Sleep Director
Start with a free 15-minute consultation with Thomas D'Acquisto, our Sleep 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 (619) 880-8774.
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 Sorrento Valley 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.
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.
Or call/text (619) 880-8774 — Thomas answers personally
Why Poway Residents Choose Us
Poway residents choose our Sorrento Valley office because we combine expertise with a practical, no-nonsense approach. Your first visit is a free 15-minute consultation with Thomas D’Acquisto, our Sleep Director with nearly 40 years of experience. Thomas listens, reviews your insurance, and gives you an honest assessment. Treatment is provided by Dr. Andrew Gamache, a Diplomate of the International Academy of Sleep with over 13 years in dental sleep medicine. What makes Dr. Gamache unique: he wears an oral appliance every night to treat his own sleep apnea. He doesn’t just recommend the treatment — he relies on it. We provide FDA-cleared home sleep testing so you never need to leave Poway for an overnight lab study, and we accept Medicare, TRICARE, and most major medical plans.
40 Years Experience
Thomas D'Acquisto, Sleep Director
Doctor Uses OAT Himself
Dr. Gamache 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% compliance rate
- —Dry mouth and skin irritation common
Oral Appliance
- Custom-fitted mouthpiece
- Completely silent
- No electricity needed
- ~90% compliance 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% of CPAP users quit within a year. Call Thomas at (619) 880-8774 to discuss your options.
What Patients Are Saying
I went from severe sleep apnea to a normal level of 0.9 AHI with my custom fitted mouth piece. This was a huge game changer! More importantly, I feel the best I've ever felt!
”I'm finally sleeping soundly again. I'm dreaming regularly and most of the time I wake up feeling refreshed — something I hadn't experienced in years. This device has been truly life-changing.
”This oral device sure beats my old CPAP! I've had wonderful results. Wish I knew about this great mouth piece sooner. My insurance paid for ALL of my visits.
”I've had sleep apnea for over 20 years. No tubes, no mask! I love it! Now even my husband gets a good night's rest without my snoring!
”After being dismissed by doctors for so long, it was refreshing to stumble upon a clinic which takes you seriously.
”I sleep so much better, it made a big difference. I'm 83 years old and I was treated very, very well by everyone.
”I was using the CPAP and I hated it! This has been a game changer for me. I wake up feeling much better and more restful.
”It cured all my snoring issues and I sleep 100% better after one night.
”This office is a life saver. They answered all my questions and were not at all rushed. My sleep apnea is now under control.
”Snoring is almost gone and sleeping is much improved! They have patiently worked with me to analyze what works best for me.
”Your Sorrento Valley Sleep Apnea Specialist
Dr. Andrew Gamache, DDS, D-IAOS
San Diego Sleep Therapy
Diplomate, International Academy of Sleep
Dr. Andrew Gamache is a Diplomate of the International Academy of Sleep and an AADSM Qualified Dentist with over 13 years of experience in dental sleep medicine. Dr. Gamache understands sleep apnea firsthand — he has sleep apnea himself and uses oral appliance therapy personally. This gives him a unique perspective when working with patients to find the most comfortable and effective treatment. He leads San Diego Sleep Therapy with locations in Sorrento Valley and Hillcrest, providing comprehensive CPAP alternative solutions including oral appliance therapy, NightLase laser treatment, and home sleep testing.
Dr. Andrew Gamache treats his own sleep apnea with an oral appliance every night. He doesn't just prescribe the treatment — he lives with it.
San Diego Sleep Therapy
Start with a free consultation with Thomas D'Acquisto. He'll review your situation and connect you with Dr. Andrew Gamache if treatment is right for you.
Ready to Sleep Better, Poway?
Start with a free consultation with Thomas D’Acquisto — he’ll review your situation and connect you with the right specialist. Call or text (619) 880-8774.
Call or text (619) 880-8774 to schedule your free consultation
(619) 880-8774Most Patients Pay
$0–$200 Out of Pocket
Most Insurance Accepted
Oral appliance therapy is billed through your medical insurance — not dental. This includes Medicare, TRICARE, and most major carriers. Our team verifies your benefits before treatment begins.
Serving the Poway Community
Poway is an independent city north of San Diego proper, cherished for its rural character, equestrian properties, and excellent school system within the Poway Unified School District. Lake Poway, Iron Mountain Trail, and the Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Center reflect the community’s deep connection to the outdoors. Residents include families, retirees, small business owners, and professionals who commute south on I-15 to Sorrento Valley, Kearny Mesa, and downtown San Diego. That daily commute demands alertness — and for the estimated 12,000+ Poway adults with undiagnosed sleep apnea, drowsy driving is a real risk on top of the chronic fatigue, headaches, and cardiovascular strain that build over years. Our Sorrento Valley office is about 18 minutes south, and oral appliance therapy is perfect for Poway’s active, independent-minded residents — a simple, portable device that works without plugging anything in.
18 minutes from Poway
From Poway, take Poway Road west to I-15 South. Exit at Mira Mesa Boulevard and head west, then turn left onto Sorrento Valley Road and right onto Oberlin Drive. Our office is at 5414 Oberlin Drive, Suite 235. You can also take Scripps Poway Parkway west to Mira Mesa Boulevard. The drive typically takes 18 minutes.
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Sleep Apnea Treatment Across San Diego
Sleep apnea treatment is available for patients throughout the San Diego area from our Sorrento Valley office.
La Jolla
8 minutes from Sorrento Valley
University City
5 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Torrey Pines
7 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Mira Mesa
8 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Del Mar
10 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Carmel Valley
10 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Kearny Mesa
10 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Rancho Penasquitos
12 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Scripps Ranch
14 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Solana Beach
15 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Carmel Mountain Ranch
12 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Sabre Springs
15 minutes from Sorrento Valley
Take the First Step Tonight
Call or text Thomas D’Acquisto at (619) 880-8774 — even at 2am when you can’t sleep. Or book your free consultation online.
Call or text (619) 880-8774 to schedule your free consultation
(619) 880-8774