Please note: BiPAP treatment may not be provided directly at our office. Contact us at (920) 339-8980 to learn more or to schedule a consultation.
Sleep Better With BiPAP Therapy Near You
Struggling with loud snoring, restless nights, or breathing problems from sleep apnea? A BiPAP machine (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) may help you finally rest. Unlike a CPAP machine, BiPAP therapy provides two levels of air pressure—gentle on exhalation and stronger on inhalation—helping keep your airway open all night long.
At Allouez Family Dental in Green Bay, WI, Dr. Daniel Fama and Dr. Kyle Whiteside carefully review your sleep study results and medical history to recommend the best treatment option for your sleep disorder, whether it’s BiPAP, CPAP therapy, or other treatments such as oral appliances.
Call us at (920) 339-8980 to schedule your appointment. We’re conveniently located on Libal Street, just off Highway 172 and near Zesty’s Frozen Custard, serving patients across Green Bay, Abrams, Denmark, Casco, Seymour, and surrounding Wisconsin communities.
What Is BiPAP?
A BiPAP, or Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure, machine is a positive airway pressure (PAP) device that delivers two pressure settings:
- Higher pressure during inhalation keeps your upper airway open and reduces the risk of airway collapse.
- Lower pressure during exhalation makes it easier and more comfortable to breathe out.
This dual approach is beneficial for patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, or conditions like congestive heart failure or respiratory muscle weakness.
What’s the Difference Between BiPAP and CPAP?
Both CPAP and BiPAP machines are designed to treat sleep apnea, but the pressure delivery is different:
- CPAP Machine: Delivers a steady, continuous stream of air pressure. Best for most people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
- BiPAP Machine: Provides two pressure settings. Often prescribed for patients who find CPAP therapy uncomfortable, suffer from severe cases, or have additional breathing conditions like COPD.
Your Green Bay sleep dentist will help determine which device fits your breathing patterns, comfort level, and long-term health needs.
Benefits of BiPAP Sleep Apnea Treatment
Choosing BiPAP therapy can improve both your nightly rest and overall health:
- Better Sleep Quality: Fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
- Improved Oxygen Levels: Reduces risks tied to low oxygen, such as high blood pressure, heart problems, and fatigue.
- Comfortable Breathing: Dual-pressure support reduces discomfort compared to CPAP for some patients.
- Personalized Settings: Pressure can be tailored to your needs with guidance from your healthcare provider.
- Effective for Complex Cases: Useful in treating conditions like complex sleep apnea syndrome or post-bariatric surgery recovery.
Who May Need a BiPAP Machine?
Your provider may recommend BiPAP if you have:
- Moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
- Central sleep apnea or complex sleep apnea syndrome
- Respiratory muscle weakness or neuromuscular conditions
- Difficulty tolerating CPAP therapy
- Breathing problems after sleep apnea surgery (such as bariatric or upper airway procedures)
Lifestyle factors—such as excess weight, smoking, alcohol use, or family history of sleep apnea—can also increase your risk and influence your treatment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Allouez Family Dental, Dr. Fama and Dr. Whiteside can help evaluate whether BiPAP or other treatment options like CPAP therapy or oral appliances are right for you.
Most insurance plans cover BiPAP therapy if medically necessary. Our team can help you work with your provider to confirm your benefits.
Yes. Dentists trained in sleep medicine often work alongside sleep specialists to recommend oral appliances or refer patients for PAP therapy.
Other treatment options include CPAP therapy, oral appliances, weight management, quitting smoking, or, in severe cases, surgical treatments for the throat or soft palate.
Redefine Your Nights—Call a Sleep Dentist in Green Bay Today
Don’t let sleep apnea symptoms like snoring, waking up tired, or breathing interruptions control your life. Contact Allouez Family Dental in Green Bay, WI, to learn whether BiPAP therapy or another solution is right for you.
Call our Green Bay dental clinic today at (920) 339-8980 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Fama or Dr. Whiteside. We proudly serve patients from Green Bay, Abrams, Denmark, Casco, Seymour, and the greater Northeast Wisconsin area.