Sleep Apnea Treatment in Carlsbad

Custom oral appliances that keep your airway open while you sleep, for quieter nights, better rest and more energy, in partnership with your sleep physician.

Open today
8:30–4:30

2656 Gateway Rd
Carlsbad, CA

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(300 Reviews)

Could you have sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea often goes unnoticed because it happens while you sleep. If these signs sound familiar, talk with us and your doctor about a sleep evaluation.

Loud, regular snoring

Snoring most nights, especially with pauses, gasps or choking sounds a partner notices.

Tired after a full night

Waking up unrefreshed or feeling sleepy during the day, even after seven or eight hours.

Morning headaches or dry mouth

Headaches, a dry mouth or a sore throat on waking can come from disrupted breathing.

Grinding and worn teeth

Nighttime grinding often goes along with sleep apnea, and dentists are often first to spot the wear.

Urgent Health Warning

If you have severe swelling extending to your eye, jaw, or neck, or difficulty breathing or swallowing, please visit the nearest emergency room or dial 911 immediately.

We Work With

All Major PPO Insurance Plans

From routine visits to unexpected dental needs, we make using your PPO insurance simple. We work with major insurance providers to help you get the care you need with less hassle.

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What happens when you call

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Call to book

Tell us about snoring, tiredness or any sleep study you’ve had.

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Screening and exam

We check your airway, bite, jaw joints and teeth for warning signs.

03

Sleep study

Your physician confirms the diagnosis with a home or lab sleep study.

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Your custom appliance

Your custom appliance We fit your appliance and fine-tune it at follow-up visits.
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Love Smiles for Health! Highly recommend!
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Today is 6.16.26 just a checkup and again great service from Bianca, April and Dr Zorro. She and her staff do a great job. My family and I have been going there now for 7 years. Great service. Thanks Jim M Today is 2.17.26 came in and was treated very well by Tiffany hygienist and Bianca at Frt desk and will see Dr Zorro for my checkup and X-rays. Smiles for health is still a great place for your dental needs! Jim M This was my 7.8.25 visit. Everyone was incredible from Bianca, Nancy and Dr Zorro and her nurse. Dr Zorro as always is kind, caring and professional always keeping my concerns first making sure you are always comfortable during the procedure. I can’t say that about all dentists.The office is beautiful with plants and air purifiers in the rooms for patient safety. Dr Zorro was polite, thorough, helpful and understanding and most of all thoughtful of my concerns and feelings.She and her staff are a joy to work with especially Lisbeth.This is an amazing dental office. Truly a Ten Star experience!!! I have been bringing my whole family to see Dr Zorro.Thanks again to all. This is truly a great dental experience. Our whole family loves her. She is great with kids too! Dr Zorro is an exceptional woman and dentist. Another 10 Star experience !!!!! Thanks Jim M and family.
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Really awesome experience! Dr. Barrera did an excellent job is really compassionate. I highly recommend this practice!
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Really glad I came here. The staff is friendly, the place feels calm and relaxing, and they have modern equipment. They are honest, straightforward care. Highly recommend!
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Had a great experience with all team members here! Extremely content and kind staff. I have had bad experiences at other offices, but they always take such great care of me here! April and Dr. Zoro were great today! As well as Jessica and Bianca:) If you live in the area or even maybe a little further out- they are worth it!
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Best dentist office I have ever visited! Everyone there was extremely knowledgeable and walked me thoroughly through everything they noticed on x-rays, cleanings, etc. Nothing felt rushed and they made sure I was comfortable and had all my questions answered. Special thanks to Dr. Zoro, April, and the amazing front desk for such a wonderful experience!
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Smiles for Health is great across the board. It took me awhile to get back to a dentist and Im happy that Smiles for Health took that into consideration. The staff is very detailed from start to finish. Through out my process, they explained everything that was to happen, suggested great direction on next steps and everyone was very personable. The location has all the greatest tech to gain all the information i needed. Im looking forward to continue my next steps into my dental work until I get the smile Im looking for. Highly recommend Smiles for Health.
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The staff are outstanding and always friendly.
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Dentist and hygienists you look forward to visiting!
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PATIENT QUESTIONS

Everything You Need to Know

A physician diagnoses sleep apnea with a sleep study. We screen for it, then make and fit your oral appliance once it's confirmed.
It gently holds your lower jaw slightly forward while you sleep, which helps keep your airway open and reduces snoring.
For mild to moderate sleep apnea, or if you can't tolerate CPAP, an oral appliance can be an effective option. Your physician helps decide.
Oral appliances often reduce snoring. If you snore but don't have sleep apnea, a custom snoring appliance may still help.
Most patients adjust within a few weeks. We check the fit at follow-up visits and adjust it so it stays comfortable.
Appliances for diagnosed sleep apnea are often billed to medical rather than dental insurance. We'll help you check your coverage first.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR BETTER SMILES

KAVO 3D / CONE BEAM IMAGING

Advanced 3D imaging for precise diagnostics, treatment planning, and predictable outcomes.

PRIMESCAN

High-precision digital impressions that improve comfort, efficiency, and accuracy.

Nomad RX

Portable digital X-ray technology that captures high-quality images with enhanced comfort, efficiency, and minimal radiation exposure.

INVISALIGN®

Virtually invisible clear aligners that gently straighten teeth while allowing you to smile confidently throughout treatment.

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Hours

Mon–Fri 
8:30am–4:30pm
Sat–Sun 
By Appointment

Smiles for Health

2656 Gateway Rd, Suite 145
Carlsbad, CA 92009