What are Dr. Passamano's office hours?

The Irvine office is open Monday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tuesday 10:30 AM–6:30 PM, Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. The office is closed Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Does Dr. Passamano have sleep apnea himself?

Yes. Dr. Passamano has obstructive sleep apnea and uses an oral appliance every night. His personal experience with the condition makes him a more empathetic and effective provider — he understands the challenges his patients face because he lives with them.

How far is Dr. Passamano's office from Newport Beach?

The Irvine office on Sand Canyon Avenue is approximately 10 minutes from Newport Beach, 12 minutes from Costa Mesa, 10 minutes from Tustin, 15 minutes from Lake Forest, and 15 minutes from Mission Viejo. It's conveniently located near the Irvine Spectrum and accessible from the 5, 405, and 133 freeways.

Can I get a home sleep test through Dr. Passamano?

Yes. If you don't already have a current sleep study, Dr. Passamano can arrange a home sleep test. This is a simple device you wear for one or two nights in your own bed — no overnight lab visit required. The results determine your diagnosis and help guide treatment planning.

What if oral appliance therapy doesn't work for me?

Dr. Passamano monitors treatment effectiveness with follow-up testing. If oral appliance therapy alone doesn't achieve adequate results, he works with the Solve Sleep Apnea network — which includes ENT specialist Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe — to explore additional options. The goal is finding what works for you, not committing to a single approach.

Dr. Joseph Passamano, DDS

Q: Does Dr. Passamano accept medical insurance for oral appliance therapy?

Yes. My Dentist Joe bills oral appliance therapy through your medical insurance, not dental insurance. Medical insurance typically provides better coverage for sleep apnea treatment devices. The office verifies your coverage and handles pre-authorization before treatment begins.

My Dentist Joe

AADSM Qualified Dentist

Dr. Joseph has sleep apnea himself and uses oral appliance therapy personally — giving him a unique perspective when helping patients.

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.

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Irvine, CA

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English

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Treats His Own Sleep Apnea with OAT

Orange County's OAT Specialist

An Orange County Dentist Who Lives With Sleep Apnea

Dr. Passamano understands sleep apnea because he has it. He wears an oral appliance every night and knows firsthand what makes the difference between a device that sits in a drawer and one you actually use. That personal experience informs every fitting and adjustment he makes for his patients.

At My Dentist Joe in Irvine, the sleep apnea treatment process starts with a thorough consultation and, if needed, a home sleep test to establish your diagnosis. Dr. Passamano then works with your sleep physician to determine if oral appliance therapy is the right treatment for your severity level.

His practice is one of the few in Orange County that bills oral appliance therapy through medical insurance rather than dental insurance. This is an important distinction — medical insurance typically provides better coverage for sleep apnea treatment, and his team handles the pre-authorization process to verify your benefits before treatment begins.

For patients in the Irvine area, Dr. Passamano offers convenient weekday hours for consultations and follow-ups, making treatment accessible for people with busy schedules.

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What Patients Are Saying

5/5 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.

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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.

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I am actually a dentist myself. Dr. Passamano was able to conservatively repair the fractured tooth and matched the color excellently. I highly recommend Dr. Joe Passamano.

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After 3 months of tooth pain, 3 different dentists, 6 appointments and a dozen different pricy treatments — Dr. Joe concluded I had a very bad infection. How none of the other dentists caught this is beyond me!

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He answered my call on 4th of July, himself. He calmed me down and told me what I should do. His compassion was 10x better and his work just as perfect if not better. 10/10 would recommend.

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I've always dreaded going to the dentist until I met Dr. Passamano! Dr. Joe and his wonderful staff stayed late so they could begin the procedure and relieve some of my pain.

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Dr. Joe is different from other dentists — he actually cares about my teeth and studies the issues with you before actually suggesting fillings.

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I usually don't enjoy the dentist, but Dr. Passamano and his team are exceptional. They create a comfortable environment and provide exceptional care.

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He is very skilled, really cares about your outcomes, and is a really great guy. It was some of the finest dental work I've ever had done.

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If I were able to provide more than 5 stars, I'd happily do so. Dr. Joseph treats my family and has always been painless, considerate, and has always done the right thing for us.

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Areas of Expertise

Oral appliance therapy
Sleep apnea consultation
Home sleep testing
CPAP alternatives

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Areas Served by Dr. Joseph

Near Irvine, CA

TustinLake ForestNewport BeachCosta MesaMission ViejoLaguna HillsLaguna NiguelAliso ViejoRancho Santa MargaritaLaguna BeachFoothill RanchLadera RanchSan Juan CapistranoDana PointSan ClementeHuntington Beach

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Office Locations

Irvine, CA

14982 Sand Canyon Avenue, Irvine, CA 92618

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Insurance Accepted

Dr. Joseph accepts most major medical insurance plans. We verify your coverage and handle pre-authorization before treatment begins.

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