Same‑day evaluation with 3D airway imaging, allowing you
to begin your treatment path from your very first visit.
Two Very Different Nighttime Experiences
Oral Appliance
CPAP Machine
An oral appliance is a small, custom-made device worn during sleep. It is crafted to support the airway in a stable position, reducing collapse and interruptions in breathing. It is designed to match your anatomy and integrate into your nightly routine without machinery or adjustments.
This therapy is recognized by sleep physicians and is FDA-cleared for obstructive sleep apnea.
Many individuals reach a point where CPAP no longer feels sustainable.
A custom oral appliance may be appropriate if you:
Focused expertise, streamlined care, and a clear path forward.
Same-day evaluation
Immediate access for individuals ready to explore a CPAP alternative.
3D airway imaging
Detailed imaging to guide precise appliance design.
Medicare and
insurance are accepted
Coverage available through most medical plans.
Dedicated follow-up
Adjustments and guidance to ensure long-term comfort and effectiveness.
Dr. Fred Eck graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy dental school in 2000. He immediately moved back to Southwest Florida to begin his first practice. Dr. Eck has always had a special interest in TMJ, facial pain, and headaches. In 2002 he began hiring associates so his practice could be a multispecialty practice and he could focus his clinical treatments on TMJ and sleep apnea. His father had a heart attack at a young age and while doing research as to what could be the cause, in hopes to prevent it from happening to himself. He discovered sleep apnea kept coming up as the likely cause.
People Who Chose a Different Nighttime Path
WOW!! If you have never been to a a professional office where competence was only outdone by professionalism then you have not been to Dr Eck. He and Jackie are so knowledgeable and even aspect of understanding my sleep apnea had been eye opening. Super looking forward to 100% cure. Don't go anywhere else for fear of disappointment.
Read more-Rick O.
I attended a seminar at Ruth Chris last d spring and decided to try the oral device as an option to my CPAP. I tolerated the CPAP without any problems, but I travel a lot and it is a hassle to carry it on planes. It would often slip off during the night or leave indentations in my hair that I didn’t like. (Makes for a bad hair day!) I went to the Sleep Lab and Dr. Steele performed an exam and X-rays. I took home 2 sleep apnea study kits and went back for the results. All that showed that my CPAP was not really working as well as I thought. I was still having periods of sleep apnea, so I decided to try the oral device. I got fitted for my oral device and waited for it to be made to fit my mouth. I was excited to get rid of my CPAP machine! I have been using my oral device for several months now. I go into the office for adjustments every few weeks. I have not had any discomfort during this entire process. Dr. Steele is wonderful to work with! Jessica, his assistant, is also a gem! She makes all my visits a friendly and positive experience. I highly recommend Dr. Steele if you are looking for a way to get rid of your CPAP machine and get a better result for your sleep apnea! What do you have to lose? Give it a try, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised!
Read more-Sharon D.
Great sleep apnea treatment, much better alternative to cpap.
-Christopher B.
I thought I was going to be stuck fighting with a cpap forever. The doctors at this office gave me alternatives that are beyond amazing. I can sleep again! And I don't have to wear a mask! Jessica and both doctors are wonderful, caring, kind, and patient. They really want you to get better and will find a way to get you there. I am beyond grateful for this team. ❤️
Read more-Trista U.
Dr. Steele and Jessica are great! They are so knowledgable and friendly! Dr. Eck was very impressive with his review of my sleep test. Heather is also another friendly person I interacted with. The new mouth appliance is much better to me than the mask. I feel very comfortable with them and look forward to continuing my sleep study treatment!
Read more-Randie F.
My wife and I both were experiencing poor sleep with low REM and deep declining over the years leading to feeling tired just a few hours after waking up. We received an invitation to attend a sleep treatment seminar and decided to try it. We are glad we did! We have both benefited greatly from the study and from using sleep treatment to deal with our lack of sleep. We did not want to use a CPAC and Were surprised that there were other Options that would actually fix the issue rather than simply use a CPAC to compensate for them. We would highly recommend anyone with sleep issues to attend a sleep study.
Read more-Terry S.
My snoring was so bad, my wife told me she spent most of the night nudging and pushing me to get me to stop. I woke up feeling exhausted and went thru the day feeling tired. In the few months since I began working with Sleep Treatment Direct, my snoring has almost stopped. I sleep with much less disturbance. I wake up in the mornings feeling rested and refreshed. I tried several "devices" I found on the internet, but they didn't work as advertised. If you struggle with snoring (or if your significant other struggles with your snoring) I strongly recommend Sleep Treatment Direct.
Read more-Thomas L.
Find out whether our oral therapy is a good fit for you.
Find out whether our oral therapy is a good fit for you.
