A standardized, end-to-end oral appliance therapy pathway from physician referral through final outcome reporting. Every step coordinated. Every patient tracked.
Every patient referred through Dentulu Sleep follows a standardized clinical and operational pathway ensuring consistent quality, physician visibility, and successful treatment completion.
The referring physician submits a secure digital referral through the Dentulu Sleep platform, including patient demographics, diagnosis status, sleep study availability, insurance information, and clinical notes. The referral form takes under 3 minutes.
A Dentulu care coordinator contacts the patient to introduce the program, answer questions, confirm contact details, and initiate the intake process. Patient consent is obtained for benefit verification and care coordination.
Dentulu's medical billing team verifies the patient's insurance coverage for oral appliance therapy, including eligibility, medical policy requirements, prior authorization criteria, estimated patient responsibility, and in-network provider options.
Existing sleep study records are reviewed to confirm OSA diagnosis, determine severity (AHI), and assess appropriateness for oral appliance therapy. If no sleep study exists, Dentulu can coordinate home sleep testing.
Patient is matched to a credentialed Dentulu network dentist based on location and availability. The network dentist performs a comprehensive oral evaluation to assess dental fitness for OAT including bite, jaw range of motion, TMJ status, and tooth condition.
Precision digital impressions are taken at the dental office using intraoral scanning technology. Digital scanning eliminates the variability and inaccuracy of traditional impression materials, resulting in a more accurate appliance fit and faster fabrication.
The network dentist selects the most appropriate oral appliance type based on patient anatomy, diagnosis severity, clinical needs, and patient preference. Multiple device options are available through the Dentulu platform, including Herbst-style, EMA-style, and custom MAD devices. Appliance is delivered and fitted at a return appointment.
Dentist-directed titration the process of incrementally advancing the mandibular position is completed over scheduled follow-up visits. Titration optimizes the therapeutic effect of the appliance while managing comfort and compliance. Follow-up visits are tracked in the Dentulu platform.
Dentulu generates a clinical outcome report documenting appliance type, titration position, patient compliance, follow-up sleep study results where available, and any adverse events. This report is transmitted to the referring physician and added to the Dentulu platform record.
The Dentulu Sleep OAT Pathway is a standardized, end-to-end process for oral appliance therapy (OAT), guiding patients from physician referral through treatment and outcome reporting. Every step is coordinated digitally for efficiency and compliance.
A Dentulu care coordinator contacts the patient within 1–2 business days to begin intake, verify consent, and explain the program.
Dentulu's billing team verifies coverage, eligibility, and any out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins.
Yes. Existing sleep study records are reviewed to confirm diagnosis and severity. If none exist, Dentulu can coordinate a home sleep test.
A credentialed network dentist evaluates jaw movement, TMJ status, and tooth condition to ensure suitability for oral appliance therapy.
Dentists use intraoral digital scanning for precise impressions, eliminating errors commonly associated with traditional molds.
Dentists adjust the appliance gradually through titration and track comfort and compliance through Dentulu's platform. Follow-up sleep studies are coordinated when needed.
Dentulu compiles a clinical report summarizing appliance type, titration data, compliance, and treatment results, then shares it with the referring physician.
Yes. All referrals, data transfers, communications, and reports follow HIPAA security and privacy standards.
Dentulu's platform provides real-time visibility into each patient's progress, from referral through treatment and outcome reporting.
Physicians can use the "Refer a Patient" button or schedule a partnership call directly through the Dentulu Sleep website.
Submit your first referral today or schedule a call with our team to learn more about how Dentulu Sleep can support your practice.