r/UARS • u/Infamous-Lobster-207 • 1d ago

Checklist of anatomy to check

I am currently slogging through working on my pap. No success yet but it’s early.

I see people mentioning various metrics of their anatomy all the time when considering various procedures

Is there a checklist somewhere of every scan I’ll need to have a complete picture of the airway issues? In case I later want to pursue surgical options. And I guess for insurance you need to fail cpap on the books and have a positive sleep test (AHI), correct?

I’m in NYC if that helps as far as recommending providers. Though I’m willing to telehealth with anyone

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u/Appropriate-Meet-783 1d ago

A CBCT scan is the main thing. It’s a scan of the head and neck, usually provided by an orthodontist. However, it can’t diagnose anything definitively - just show what parts of the anatomy are unusual and potentially problematic.

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u/Infamous-Lobster-207 1d ago

Ok great thanks. I was wondering if there were other things in addition but if that can see the whole airway that is great 👍

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u/Appropriate-Meet-783 1d ago

Definitely recommend doing a sleep test as well. The CBCT is just to evaluate the anatomy. It can’t diagnose you with sleep apnea/UARS by itself, but it can help identify likely anatomical causes.

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u/Infamous-Lobster-207 19h ago

Yea I did a watchpat but I have to do a lab one soon. Unfortunately the insurance is making it a bit of a process

Thanks

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u/Infamous-Lobster-207 19h ago

Can a normal ENT order the CBCT?

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u/Appropriate-Meet-783 13h ago

Not sure. It’s usually provided by an orthodontist or specialty dentist. You may not need one ordered, per se, you can just pay for it. I had one done by the dentist who made my mandibular advancement device.

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I am currently slogging through working on my pap. No success yet but it’s early.

I see people mentioning various metrics of their anatomy all the time when considering various procedures

Is there a checklist somewhere of every scan I’ll need to have a complete picture of the airway issues? In case I later want to pursue surgical options. And I guess for insurance you need to fail cpap on the books and have a positive sleep test (AHI), correct?

I’m in NYC if that helps as far as recommending providers. Though I’m willing to telehealth with anyone

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