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Sleep Dentistry in Austin, TX

Quality sleep is essential for your overall health. If you snore, wake up tired, or have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, dental sleep therapy can help. At Austin Lifetime Dental, Dr. Albert Olivares provides custom oral appliances that reposition the jaw and open the airway—helping you breathe freely and sleep soundly without the need for a CPAP machine.

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Understanding Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea occurs when the airway repeatedly collapses during sleep, interrupting breathing and lowering oxygen levels. Common signs include:

  • Loud snoring or gasping during sleep
  • Morning headaches or dry mouth
  • Daytime fatigue or irritability
  • Difficulty concentrating

Why Choose Sleep Dentistry Therapy

Many patients struggle with CPAP use or find it too uncomfortable for nightly wear. A custom oral appliance is small, silent, and portable—perfect for travel or home use. Our treatment process is overseen by Dr. Olivares, who works closely with your sleep physician to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Our Sleep Dentistry Process

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Consultation & Digital Design

We review your medical history, discuss symptoms, and determine if you’re a candidate for a sleep appliance. If you already have a sleep study, bring it with you. If not, we can provide a home sleep screening using a pulse oximeter.

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Pulse Oximeter Screening

You’ll take home a small device that measures oxygen and breathing patterns overnight. The data helps Dr. Olivares assess the severity of airway obstruction and plan treatment accurately.

3

Digital Impressions & Appliance Design

Once you’re ready to move forward, we take digital scans, photos, and bite records to create a custom mandibular advancement appliance (MAA). This device gently moves the jaw forward to keep your airway open while you sleep.

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Appliance Delivery & Fitting

When your appliance arrives, we check the fit, review home-care instructions, and provide a morning repositioner to keep your bite aligned. You’ll start wearing your device nightly and record comfort and sleep quality.

5

Follow-Up & Adjustment

At one week and one month, we evaluate your comfort and adjust the appliance as needed. A second pulse oximeter test confirms improvement. Additional fine-tuning ensures the ideal balance between comfort and airway support.

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Verification & Ongoing Care

Once your sleep quality improves, we coordinate with your physician for follow-up testing. Bring your appliance to hygiene visits for cleaning checks and minor adjustments over time.

Comfort & Safety

Your sleep appliance therapy is always guided by medical best practices and personalized follow-up. Our team monitors your progress closely, ensuring that your treatment remains both effective and comfortable long-term.

FAQs About Sleep Dentistry

Here are some questions we get asked regularly. Don’t hesitate to call us with any question you may have. Our friendly team is happy to make sure you have all of the information you need to make informed decisions about your dental health.

Many medical plans cover oral appliance therapy when prescribed by a physician for sleep apnea. We’ll help coordinate documentation and pre-authorization when possible.

It is completely normal to feel unsure about starting something new, especially when it involves your sleep and overall health. Our approach is slow, clear, and focused on your comfort. We walk you through each sleep dentistry step, answer questions, and make sure you feel confident before moving forward.

Many of our patients come to us after struggling with CPAP use. Dental sleep appliances are smaller, easier to wear, and much more convenient for travel.

Yes. Dentists like Dr. Olivares are specially trained to create and manage oral appliances that treat obstructive sleep apnea under the direction of a physician.

Yes. It’s custom-fitted to your teeth and jaw for a secure but gentle fit. Most patients adapt within a few nights.

Typically every three to five years, depending on wear and changes in your bite. We’ll evaluate it at each hygiene visit.

Why Patients Choose Austin Lifetime Dental for Sleep Dentistry

Experienced Provider

Dr. Olivares has extensive training in oral appliance therapy

Collaboration with Physicians

Coordinated care ensures medical accuracy.

Long-Term Support

Ongoing monitoring and appliance maintenance included

In-House Process

From consultation to fitting and follow-up.

Digital Precision

3D scanning and guided fabrication for exact fit and comfort

What Makes Our Approach Different?

At Austin Lifetime Dental, every treatment starts with respect for the health and structure of your teeth. We take a conservative, comprehensive approach. We focus on long-term comfort and aesthetics, not quick fixes. Our dentists balance art and science, using careful planning to create results that look natural and feel effortless.

Technology amplifies that artistry. From 3D cone beam imaging to digital scanning and same-day crown design, we use modern tools that make your experience faster, safer, and more precise. Whether you’re restoring one tooth or transforming your whole smile, our goal is the same: dentistry that lasts, guided by integrity and backed by science.

“We design smiles to last a lifetime, not a season. Every detail matters from the bite to the brightness.”
— Dr. Albert Olivares

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My recent visit to Lifetime Dental on Parmer was about as good as it gets for a dental appointment—especially when it involves something as unpleasant as a back molar issue.

After a quick and smooth check-in, I was politely reminded that I was well overdue for my follow-up appointment. The staff took the time to properly explain the importance of maintaining good oral health, which I genuinely appreciated.

Once the catch-up work began, the dental team performed several scans and thorough examinations. Unfortunately, it was revealed that one of my back molars could not be saved and required removal.

I was given the option to schedule the procedure for a later date or to move forward immediately. Based on their professional advice, I agreed it was best to take care of it right away rather than postpone it.

Overall, the staff’s professionalism, honesty, and clear communication made what could have been a stressful visit feel calm and well-handled. Aaron
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Great experience. From the front desk to checkout everyone was so helpful, professional and cheerful! I have dental terror and they made me comfortable from the first step. The dentist (Cabillo not sure of the spelling) was so gentle and understanding. I will go back!
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Excellent! Highly recommend due to detailed explanations of current and possible future issues, the procedures and costs all out, nothing hidden.
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Mary is an excellent hygienist! Dr Olivares is very caring and explains everything well. I am very grateful for both of these people!
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I had a tooth ache for over a week and called in to see if I could have the situation examined. I was in the office in less than an hour. Awesome! The dentist I was was very professional and asked a lot of questions before explaining what the possible cause and what corrective action needed to be tried! Lots of patient care demonstrated! Tge best dental team in Austin!
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Had a great experience with getting a new dentist and teeth cleaning at Austin Lifetime Dental today. Really appreciate everyone who worked with me throughout the day. They saw me on short notice when I had a tooth issue and fixed me up perfectly. My cleaning was amazing and I would highly recommend if you’re looking for a new dentist office.
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The only dentist I would go to! My dental tech, Billie, is gentle and friendly and Dr. Lane cares about all of his patient’s too.
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Van at Austin Lifetime Dental is simply the best dental hygienist I've ever been to! Super nice, thorough, and patient too.
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After delaying the placement of two dental implants for some time, I finally went in to begin the procedure with Dr. Olivares. The procedure was explained in great detail, and my expectations going forward were clearly set. The doctor took approximately 1.5 hours to place the two implants, and everything went exceptionally well. Dr. Olivares and the technician, Brandy, took excellent care of me. This morning, I experienced minimal residual pain and overall feel great. I will have additional appointments over the next few months to monitor my progress, with the new teeth expected to be in place in 3-4 months. Thanks to the entire team! Happy holidays 🎄 Steve
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I saw Dr. Shiki for a crown and was very pleased with the experience. Both Dr. Shiki and his assistant were friendly, efficient, and very competent. They both checked with me throughout the experience to make sure that I was comfortable and not experiencing any pain.
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Austin Lifetime Dental is the best dental experience I have ever had! Hallie welcomes everyone with such warmth and kindness! Van is a highly skilled technician with a big heart and compassionate care. She keeps my teeth clean and beautiful. Dr. Olivares is the best dentist in the world. He makes me feel completely at ease because he is authentic and values everyone. Amazing team. They make you want to go see the dentist! My teeth are beautiful thanks to them! Thank you Austin Lifetime Dental!!!
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Drs. Lane and Olivares are superb, skilled and caring professionals as are the assistants, hygienists and front desk folks. The best!
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Meet Our Dentists

Our doctors share one mission: to provide exceptional care with compassion and integrity. With advanced training in nearly every area of dentistry, they work together so you can receive complete, coordinated treatment under one roof.

Dr Hoppy Lane DDS Dentist in Austin TX with Austin Lifetime Dental

Hoppy
Lane DDS

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Dr Albert Olivares DDS Dentist in Austin TX with Austin Lifetime Dental

Albert
Olivares DDS

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Amaris
Caraballo DDS

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Toshiki
Soejima DMD

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Alexandria
Webb DDS

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Two Austin Locations, One Commitment to Your Smile

North Austin – Parmer Lane

Our Parmer Lane office is the go-to dentist for families and professionals in North Austin, just north of The Domain. We proudly serve patients from nearby neighborhoods and communities including Milwood, Scofield Farms, Walnut Creek, Wells Branch, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Georgetown. With advanced dental technology and a caring team, every visit is designed to be comfortable and stress-free.

Westlake – Bee Cave Road

Our Westlake dental office is conveniently located inside the Westlake Dermatology building on Bee Caves Road. Patients from across Westlake Hills, Bee Cave, Rollingwood, Lost Creek, Barton Creek, Tarrytown, Lake Austin, and Southwest Austin trust us for comprehensive dental care. We’ve created a modern, welcoming space designed to deliver both comfort and outstanding results.

30 Years Of Dental Excellence with Austin Lifetime Dental

Celebrating 30 Years of Dental Excellence in Austin!

For 30 years, Austin Lifetime Dental has cared for families across our community.

From preventive care to advanced restorative and cosmetic treatment, our team is committed to helping you maintain a healthy, confident smile for life.