Not Wearing Your CPAP?
If you are looking to treat your sleep apnea or if you are not wearing your CPAP, Dr. Tennant is able to determine if you may qualify for an airway-focused dental solution without the need for CPAP or costly surgery.
Can't Tolerate CPAP?
An oral appliance fits over your teeth like an Invisalign tray while you sleep and supports your jaw in a forward position to keep your airway open. A custom-fit oral appliance can improve your sleep, restore your alertness, and revitalize your health.
If you and your doctor decide that oral appliance therapy is the best treatment option for you, your doctor will write a prescription and refer you to Dr. Tennant who can make a custom-fit oral appliance. They will provide ongoing treatment to make sure your appliance remains comfortable and effective.
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Dr. TerryLynn Tennant, DMD
Dr. Tennant graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University in 1988. She practiced general dentistry in Eugene, Or. For 20 years and achieved a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. Her practice included treating Sleep Apnea patients which became her passion. Sne then moved to Portland to be near grandkids. She continued to practice there and in 2017 became a Clinical Advisor with Vivos Therapeutics whose mission is to rid the world of Sleep Apnea. She now limits her practice to treating sleep disorders and is proficient in non-surgical interventions for Apnea and alternatives to CPAP.
Currently, Dr. Tennant is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA).
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Portland Office
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1616 SW Sunset Blvd. Ste C
Portland, OR 97239
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No expensive overnight lab stay. We assess your airway using the latest technology.
Airway Analysis
Understanding Your Results
Review your personalized assessment and experience one-on-one care with our airway-focused dentist.
Treatment Options For Your Lifestyle
Our expert clinical team will help you choose treatment options that work for YOU.
Poor Sleep May Be Costing You More Than You Think
It may be time to look into an airway-focused sleep solution if you're experiencing any of the following:
You still feel drained when you wake up, even after a full night of sleep
It’s hard to get through the day without coffee or energy drinks
You struggle to stay alert during work, meetings, or everyday tasks
Mental fog and poor focus make it difficult to stay productive
Your mood is shorter than usual, and small things irritate you more easily
Snoring or restless sleep is disrupting both you and your partner at night
No air pumps, masks, or tubes
Compact and ideal for traveling
Preferred 80% of the time over a CPAP
Customized for the most effective treatment
Quiet
Portable
Comfortable
Adjustable
Will Medical Insurance Cover A Sleep Appliance?
We will verify your benefits for you and help maximize the coverage available through your plan before you begin treatment. While insurance providers do not always prioritize what is best for a patient’s health and care, our team will work in your best interest to help you find the most effective treatment options for your individual needs.
We also offer affordable financing options to help make care more accessible and manageable.
Want Answers Quick?
Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.
Mask discomfort, air leaks, dry mouth, and difficulty sleeping are common reasons patients are unable to stay consistent with CPAP therapy. These issues often lead to interrupted sleep and inconsistent use.
A custom oral sleep appliance offers a more comfortable, quieter alternative that is easier to wear and designed to support more consistent treatment for sleep apnea and better overall sleep health.
How Does a Sleep Appliance Work?
Real change starts with an authentic conversation. During your visit, you’ll have unrushed time with our team, easy-to-understand explanations of your sleep, exam, and imaging results, and an airway plan personalized to your goals and lifestyle.
Community Care, Not AI
Want Answers Quick?
Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.
Schedule your sleep consultation with Dr. Tennant to discuss how we can help you address sleep issues so you can wake up refreshed and move through your day with more energy.
Better Sleep Leads to Better Days
Comfortable At-Home Sleep Tests Available!
A home sleep study is used to identify obstructive sleep apnea, a sleep-related breathing disorder. It records your breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and airflow during sleep to determine whether interrupted breathing may be impacting your energy, focus, and overall health.
Unlike an overnight lab sleep study, there is no need to sleep in an unfamiliar facility, be connected to multiple wires in a clinical setting, or follow a restricted sleep routine. Get tested in the comfort of your own home!
Want Answers Quick?
Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.
This 60-second survey can determine if you may qualify for an oral sleep appliance!
Comfortable Alternatives to CPAP Therapy Available!
You Deserve More Than Just “Getting Through” Your Days Exhausted.
Can't Tolerate Your CPAP?
Comfortable At-Home Sleep Testing Available!
Personalized Airway-Focused Consult With Our Doctors!
Treatment That Actually Fits Your Lifestyle & Goals!
Take our 60-second survey to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment for CPAP alternative is right for you.
Common Symptoms of Sleep Problems
Snoring
Snoring may signal deeper sleep issues and, if left untreated, can harm your sleep health and relationships, sometimes leading to separate sleeping arrangements.
Interrupted breathing during sleep reduces oxygen and places strain on the heart and nervous system. CPAP is not well tolerated by everyone, so we offer alternative treatment options.
Sleep Apnea
Fatigue
Daytime fatigue isn’t something you have to push through. We help determine what’s impacting your sleep and work toward restoring natural energy levels.
Insomnia
Struggling to sleep well for weeks or even years? We help uncover the causes of insomnia and support you in rebuilding healthy, restorative sleep.
Sleep disruption can affect emotional regulation, leading to irritability, anxiety, or mood swings. Poor sleep can make it harder to stay calm and balanced throughout the day.
Mood Swings
Headaches
Morning headaches can make it harder to focus, stay alert, and function at your best. This may be related to low oxygen levels or frequent nighttime awakenings.
Treatment That Actually Fits Your Lifestyle & Goals!
Personalized Airway-Focused Consult With Our Doctors!
Comfortable At-Home Sleep Testing Available!
Get Real Answers In Three Simple Steps
Get Real Answers In
Three Simple Steps
Take our 60-second survey to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment for CPAP alternative is right for you.
Your sleep may be affecting more than your nights. Take 60 seconds to see if you may qualify for a personalized airway-focused CPAP alternative solution, and finally get answers about your sleep.
Want Answers Quick?
Take our 60-second to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.
Dr. TerryLynn Tennant, DMD
Personalized Sleep & Airway Treatment Solutions
Custom oral appliances designed to help improve airway function and reduce symptoms associated with sleep-disordered breathing.
Sleep Appliances
Deka Laser
Laser therapy designed to support airway and oral tissue health as part of a comprehensive approach to sleep and airway treatment.
Vivos Appliances
Specialized oral appliances designed to support airway development and function.
Expansive & Airway Orthodontics
Orthodontic approaches focused on expanding the airway and supporting proper jaw and facial development.
