reviews

Marjorie S., St. Charles, MO

Sleep Apnea

“Now that I have an oral sleep appliance I no longer snore, I sleep through the night and I feel more alert during the day.  I feel like a cloud has been lifted and I have more stamina all day long.  My oral sleep appliance was worth the cost because it changed my whole life.  I can’t imagine going back to the way I felt before I had it.  All the people at Dentistry With TLC are so kind.  They made me feel like I had known them forever.  Thank you Dr. Smith for making my life better!”

Marlene K., Glen Carbon, IL

Sleep Apnea

“I have had excellent care at Dentistry With TLC.  I came here to get an oral appliance to treat my sleep apnea because I didn’t like my CPAP.  When I used my CPAP it would wake me up and I would still feel tired in the morning.  I no longer use my CPAP and I sleep longer before I have to wake up to go to the restroom.  I also not tired in the morning when it’s time to wake up.  If you are thinking about getting an oral appliance, go for it.  It’s worth the cost.”

Barbara W., Bunker Hill, IL

Sleep Apnea

“I came to Dentistry With TLC because I didn’t like my CPAP and I saw Dr. Smith on Great Day St. Louis talking about oral sleep appliances to treat sleep apnea.  Dr. Smith made me an oral sleep appliance and I really like it.  I got used to my oral sleep appliance the very first night I used it and now I don’t have to use my CPAP anymore!  I sleep better, I feel more rested when I wake up and traveling with my appliance is much easier than the CPAP.  I think Dr. Smith really knows what she is doing and all the people at Dentistry With TLC are great.  I appreciate that they tell me what is going to happen before they do it.”

Barb P., Bethalto, IL

Sleep Apnea

“I am so happy to have an oral sleep appliance.  I got used to it the very first night and now I sleep so well I can even dream again!  My appliance is small, portable, it doesn’t dry out my mouth, it’s comfortable and just perfect!  I had tried to use a CPAP but it was very restrictive and it would make my mouth and throat extremely dry.  My oral sleep appliance is great and worth every penny.  The people at Dentistry With TLC have been wonderful!”

Dana B., Edwardsville, IL

Sleep Apnea

“I was told about an oral appliance at SLU sleep center.  I had a hard time using a CPAP because it was too noisy and the air pressure made it hard to sleep.  Now that Dr. Smith made me an oral appliance I don’t need to use my CPAP anymore.  I like that my appliance is silent, comfortable and not cumbersome.  If you don’t like your CPAP, I recommend calling Dr. Smith and getting an oral appliance.”

Cathy R., Jerseyville, IL

Sleep Apnea

“Last year my sister died due to complications with her sleep apnea. Two days before she passed she told me she had a dream that she couldn’t breathe and she woke up gasping for air.  Don’t wait until it’s too late!  I used to use a CPAP but just couldn’t get comfortable enough to sleep. However, now I have an oral appliance to treat my sleep apnea and it’s amazing!  I feel well rested when I wake up instead of feeling like I was fighting in my sleep all night with my CPAP. My experience at Dentistry With TLC has been won-der-ful! I tell everyone I know about Dr. Anna and her crew.”

Carlos W., Glen Carbon, IL

Sleep Apnea

“I hated my CPAP.  My mother saw Dr. Smith on a news program and told me to see her.  Dr. Smith made me an oral appliance and I no longer need to use my CPAP.  With my oral appliance I can sleep without waking during the night and I have more energy in the morning when I wake up.  I’m so happy to be rid of the CPAP!  I’ve had a great experience at Dentistry With TLC because the people are very friendly and very professional.”

Bill C., Edwardsville, IL

Sleep Apnea

“My oral sleep appliance gives me full, restful nights of sleep which increases my energy for the day.  Before I got an oral appliance I used a CPAP every night for 5 years and I was unhappy every night when I put it on.  I lacked free movement because the air hose kept me tethered and it made fluttering noises that would wake my wife when the air would escape from the mask.  The tightness of the headgear made the bridge of my nose sore, left strap marks on my cheeks and made indentions on my forehead.  When the power went off I had no air.  The CPAP also made my nose and throat dry and airport screening was an ordeal.  Now that I use an oral sleep appliance I don’t have any more facial marks, dry mouth, and pain from the tight mask or noise to wake my wife.  I love being free to move and turn over.  Dr. Smith and the staff at Dentistry With TLC encouraged me to call if I had questions.  I have the sense that they really want their patients to have a better quality of life.”

Carol B., Jerseyville, IL

Sleep Apnea

“Dentistry With TLC is unique.  The people here are glad to resolve any problems!  I saw Dr. Smith on a television interview talking about oral appliances.  I used a CPAP – ugh!  The CPAP was too cumbersome and impossible for a stomach sleeper.  Dr. Smith made me an oral appliance and it is easy to travel with, easy to use and I no longer snore!  My entire life has had great improvement.  I’ve had a great experience at Dentistry With TLC.  It’s so easy!”

Keith E., St. Charles, MO

Sleep Apnea

”I first learned about an oral appliance when I saw Dr. Smith on TV.  I was using a CPAP but I didn’t like the discomfort of the mask and the hose.  Now I have an oral appliance and it is comfortable, easy and non-obtrusive.  My life is improved now that I can sleep better.  Dr. Smith and the people at Dentistry With TLC are very professional and friendly.” 

Carl H., Godfrey, IL

Sleep Apnea

“If you don’t like your CPAP, get an oral sleep appliance.  It’s worth the cost!  I feel more rested and I’ve had a great experience with Dr. Smith at Dentistry With TLC.  I did not like sleeping with a mask on my face.  Every time I would turn over it would slide off my face and wake me up.  I’m so happy to have an oral sleep  appliance and no longer have anything on my face while I sleep.”

Ken Q., Bethalto, IL

Sleep Apnea

“Coming to Dentistry With TLC is always great.  Dr. Smith made me an oral appliance and I no longer need to use my CPAP to treat my sleep apnea.  I love that my oral appliance is mobile, easy to use and it works well.  Now I feel more rested in the morning, I am less irritable and I have more energy all day.  My appliance was well worth the cost because you can’t put a price on improving your health and well-being.”

Betty L., Witt, IL

Sleep Apnea

“Dr. Smith is so nice and she explains things thoroughly.  I had her make me an oral appliance because I disliked everything about my CPAP.  My appliance was comfortable the first time I used it, I can take it with me easily and IT WORKS!!  Now I snore much less than I used to.  When I do snore it’s quiet and nice.  If you are considering an oral appliance, I would recommend you get it!”

Karen T., Bethalto, IL

Sleep Apnea

“My oral appliance is so easy to use.  I love that I’ll never have to use that CPAP again now that I have an oral sleep appliance.  It only took me about three days to get used to my appliance and now I don’t feel tired all the time, I feel rested.  I’m glad I had Dr. Smith make my appliance because I’ve never had to wait at Dentistry With TLC and they always get me right in.  Everyone is so eager to help.”

Shirley H., Jerseyville, IL

Sleep Apnea

“I could never get a good fit with my CPAP and it was noisy.  My appliance is convenient, quiet and easy to clean.  After using my appliance for about a week I felt more rested during the day and I sleep soundly at night.  I no longer need to take naps.  The benefits of my oral sleep appliance far outweigh the cost.”    

Jurgen W, Mascoutah, IL

Sleep Apnea

“Dentistry With TLC is a great operation!  I made the drive to Godfrey to have Dr. Smith make me an oral sleep appliance because my CPAP was very cumbersome when I would travel and it made sleeping uncomfortable.  Now that I use an oral sleep appliance instead of my CPAP I have freedom to sleep in any position, I’m comfortable while I sleep and I get a better quality of sleep.  It’s very easy to travel with my appliance and I can use it anywhere without public awareness (even on an airplane).  If you’re concerned about the cost of an oral appliance, I recommend evaluating the cost of simple conveniences you already pay. Compare them to the cost of something that you will use every day and that has the ability to improve the quality of your life.”

Rex S, Troy, IL

Sleep Apnea

“When I found out I had sleep apnea I decided to try an oral appliance instead of a CPAP.  I learned about oral appliances from watching Dr. Smith on tv and reading her articles in the newspaper.  I got used to my appliance in no time at all because it was very comfortable the very first night I used it.  Now I sleep better at night and I feel more rested during the day.  I recommend talking to Dr. Smith if you have sleep apnea and don’t want to use a CPAP. All the people at Dentistry With TLC are friendly and the office has a warm atmosphere.”

Christine T, Troy, IL

Sleep Apnea

“When I first came to see Dr. Smith I was not sleeping much at all.  My husband said I was gasping and choking which was disturbing his sleep too.  I would wake up exhausted and barely be able to make it through the day.  Now that I have a sleep appliance I wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day.  I like the prompt service and knowledgeable people at Dentistry With TLC.  I’m so glad I learned about Dr. Smith in the Healthy Cells magazine in my doctor’s office.”