Sleep & Airway Dentistry in Woodstock, GA
Better sleep starts with better breathing. Magnolia Smiles screens for airway-related issues in adults and growing kids, then explains what those findings may mean in plain language. If oral appliance therapy, orthodontic guidance, or a referral makes sense, we walk you through it carefully, with options, timelines, and fees in writing before anything begins.
The dental role in sleep
Your mouth is part of your airway. Jaw position, tongue space, bite, and growth patterns can all affect snoring and sleep quality. Our job is to notice patterns, show you what we see, and coordinate care with the right specialists when needed.
Who this can help
Adults
- Snoring or suspected sleep apnea
- Daytime fatigue, morning headaches, dry mouth
- Worn teeth or jaw pain from clenching or grinding
Kids and teens
- Mouth breathing or noisy sleep
- Restless nights or daytime inattention
- Crowded teeth, narrow arches, deep overbite
What we do at Magnolia Smiles
Screen
Focused health history, photos, airway and bite assessment. We show you what we see and why it matters. No pressure. Clear next steps.
Plan
You receive options, timelines, and fees in writing. We outline who should be on your care team.
Collaborate
We work with sleep physicians, ENTs, allergists, orthodontists, myofunctional therapists, and nutritionists when appropriate.
Adult care options
Oral appliance therapy (OAT)
For physician-diagnosed mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, we may provide a mandibular advancement device (MAD). We discuss whether this fits your case, walk you through what to expect, and coordinate with your physician.
Protect the airway at night
We review any existing night guard and discuss bite posture that supports the airway during sleep.
When CPAP or surgery is best
If another therapy is the right path, we explain why and refer you to the appropriate specialist.
Important: a medical diagnosis is required before treating sleep apnea with an oral appliance.
Pediatric growth guidance
Airway-focused orthodontics
Early guidance can create more room for the tongue and support nasal breathing. We discuss growth guidance devices and refer to a pediatric orthodontist when that is the right call.
Habits and function
We introduce myofunctional therapy when indicated. These are exercises for tongue posture, lip seal, and swallowing patterns that support healthy airway function over time.
Team approach
We partner with ENT and allergy specialists when nasal airflow or inflammation needs attention. Nutrition guidance is included when it helps.
Your dentist, Dr. Zack Finnegan
Dr. Finnegan earned his DMD at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and has cared for patients in Woodstock since 2024. At every visit he shows you what he sees on screen, explains your options in everyday words, and puts costs in writing before anything begins. If a specialist is the better fit, he will tell you and help arrange it.
Insurance and cost, made clear
Magnolia Smiles is out of network with every dental insurance plan. That does not mean you can’t be seen here. It means your plan pays you back instead of paying us. Here is how paying for care works.
Use your PPO benefits
Pay at your visit and we give you the paperwork your plan needs. You submit it, and your plan reimburses you based on your out-of-network benefits. How out-of-network works
Membership instead of insurance
Adults $465 a year, kids 14 and under $415. Cleanings, exams, and X-rays included, with 10% off basic and major care and 5% off cosmetic care. See the plan
Costs in writing first
You get a written estimate before anything is scheduled. All major cards, HSA, and FSA accepted, plus CareCredit financing for larger treatment. See typical costs
Frequently asked questions
Yes. A medical diagnosis is required to treat sleep apnea. We can coordinate a home sleep test referral or work with your physician.
Oral appliances are sometimes covered by medical insurance rather than dental, and coverage varies by plan. We give you a written estimate in advance and the paperwork you need to submit to your plan.
For many patients with mild to moderate apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP, a custom device may be an alternative. Your sleep physician guides that decision.
Pediatric care focuses on growth guidance, expansion, healthy habits, and teamwork with specialists. Appliances for apnea are a medical decision.
Book online any time at our scheduling page, or call (770) 384-8505. The office is open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 650 Claremore Professional Way, Suite 200 in Woodstock. At your airway screening, Dr. Finnegan examines the area, shows you what he sees on screen, and gives you written options and costs before anything is scheduled.
Loud snoring, gasping or pauses in breathing at night, morning headaches, daytime fatigue, teeth grinding, and trouble focusing can all be signs. In kids, mouth breathing and restless sleep are worth mentioning at the next visit.
No. Many people snore without sleep apnea. A screening here helps decide whether a sleep study with a physician makes sense, and only a physician can diagnose sleep apnea.
A custom oral appliance holds your lower jaw slightly forward while you sleep, which helps keep the airway open. It is made from impressions of your teeth and adjusted over time for comfort and results, working alongside your sleep physician.
Why patients love Magnolia Smiles
Why this work matters
For adults, better sleep supports energy, mood, focus, immune function, and healing. For children, better breathing supports healthy growth and development. Small changes in the airway can have a big effect on long-term health.