
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that affects both your sleep quality and overall health. If left untreated, it can lead to chronic fatigue, headaches, difficulty concentrating, and increased risk of conditions such as high blood pressure and heart disease.
Many patients are prescribed CPAP therapy, but not everyone finds it comfortable or easy to use long-term. At Columbia Center for Sleep Apnea & TMJ, Dr. Jared Bloxham offers a highly effective alternative—custom oral appliance therapy—designed to help patients breathe better and sleep more comfortably throughout the night.
Oral sleep appliances are small, custom-made devices worn during sleep that gently reposition the lower jaw forward. This subtle adjustment helps keep the airway open by preventing the tongue and soft tissues from collapsing into the back of the throat. The result is more consistent airflow, reduced snoring, and fewer interruptions in breathing. Unlike bulky CPAP machines, oral appliances are quiet, portable, and easy to wear, making them a preferred option for many patients seeking a more natural and convenient treatment.
What truly sets our clinic apart is our focus on precision and outcomes. Dr. Bloxham specializes in custom-fabricated oral appliances that are carefully designed to fit your unique bite and jaw structure. This level of customization improves both comfort and effectiveness. Beyond just providing the appliance, we follow a structured process to ensure your treatment is working properly. This includes detailed evaluations, precise adjustments over time, and coordination with sleep physicians when necessary. In many cases, follow-up sleep testing is used to objectively confirm that your sleep apnea is being effectively managed.
Another key advantage of oral appliance therapy is long-term compliance. Because the device is comfortable and easy to incorporate into your nightly routine, patients are far more likely to use it consistently compared to CPAP. Consistent use is critical in managing sleep apnea, and our goal is to provide a solution that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle while delivering real, measurable improvements in your sleep and health.
Columbia Center for Sleep Apnea & TMJ proudly serves patients across the Tri-Cities and beyond, including Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, Moses Lake, Ephrata, Benton City, and neighboring communities. If you’re looking for a personalized, effective approach to treating sleep apnea without the hassle of CPAP, custom oral appliance therapy may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way toward better sleep and better health.











