Sleep Better Wisconsin

Sleep Better Wisconsin is a dedicated program operating under the umbrella of Bellevue Family Dentistry, located at 1401 Kingston Terrace, Green Bay, WI 54302. This clinic specializes in dental sleep medicine, an area of dental practice focused on diagnosing and treating sleep-disordered breathing, particularly snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), through oral appliance therapy. Their approach begins with a free consultation, where a "Dream Team" reviews a patient's medical history, utilizes screening tools, and assesses their risk for sleep apnea. While only a physician can officially diagnose sleep apnea, Sleep Better Wisconsin helps patients determine if they should be seen by a sleep physician and then coordinates with medical professionals to implement suitable treatment plans. The primary treatment offered is custom-fitted oral appliance therapy. These appliances, similar to sports mouthguards or orthodontic retainers, are designed to gently hold the lower jaw forward or retain the tongue, preventing the collapse of the airway during sleep. This non-invasive method is often preferred by patients who find Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines uncomfortable or difficult to comply with. The clinic emphasizes that these oral appliances are customized using digital scans or impressions to ensure an optimal fit and effectiveness. They also provide instructions on cleaning and maintaining the appliances and schedule follow-up visits to ensure continued success. Sleep Better Wisconsin aims to improve patients' quality of life by alleviating symptoms of sleep apnea such as loud snoring, daytime fatigue, morning headaches, and difficulty concentrating, which can otherwise lead to more serious health issues like high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. The clinic operates with hours typically from Monday to Thursday (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and Friday (7:00 AM – 1:00 PM). It is associated with Robert M. Villwock, CEO/Owner, and Doreen Villenauve, Clinic Administrator, indicating a structured clinical operation within the dental practice.