For Physicians

Referring Patients for Dental Sleep Medicine

Partner with Riverwalk Dentistry for collaborative oral appliance therapy and sleep-related dental care. We make the referral process simple, transparent, and communication-focused.

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Why Choose Us

Why Refer to Dr. Tatiana

Qualified Provider

Dr. Tatiana, an AADSM Qualified Dentist, provides focused dental sleep medicine care.

Oral Appliance Therapy

Custom-fit appliances designed, fabricated, and managed in-house with ongoing follow-up.

Collaborative Approach

Clear, timely communication with referring physicians throughout the treatment process.

Patient-Centered Care

Personalized evaluation, treatment planning, and long-term management for every patient.

Referral Criteria

Patients Who May Be Appropriate for Referral

Patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (mild to moderate)

Patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy

Patients who prefer a non-invasive treatment option

Patients seeking an adjunct to existing OSA management

Patients with primary snoring

Patients interested in myofunctional therapy as supportive care

Treatment Overview

Oral Appliance Therapy

Oral appliance therapy is a clinically recognized treatment for snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. Custom-fitted mandibular advancement devices are designed, fabricated, and adjusted in our office, with ongoing follow-up care.

We work collaboratively with referring physicians to ensure continuity of care — providing regular updates, treatment summaries, and outcomes reporting as appropriate.

Custom mandibular advancement devices designed and managed with precision and ongoing care.

Communication

Collaborative Communication

We believe in clear, ongoing communication between dental and medical providers. When you refer a patient, you can expect:

Confirmation of referral receipt
Initial evaluation summary and treatment plan
Regular progress updates
Outcomes reporting and follow-up notes
Direct line of communication for questions or concerns

Screening Tools

Patient Screening Questionnaires

Use these validated tools to screen your patients for sleep-disordered breathing before referring to our practice.

Berlin Questionnaire

A validated 10-question screening tool for identifying patients at high risk for obstructive sleep apnea, categorized across three symptom domains.

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STOP-Bang Questionnaire

An 8-item screening tool widely used in clinical practice to assess OSA risk — quick to administer and highly sensitive for moderate-to-severe cases.

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Refer a Patient Today

We look forward to partnering with you to provide excellent dental sleep medicine care.

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Downloadable referral form coming soon