Home sleep studies are a convenient and affordable alternative to getting a sleep test in a lab. However, while most people can take advantage of them, they are not for everyone. 

For many dentists and doctors, the biggest obstacle to treating their patients’ obstructive sleep apnea is getting a sleep test. Patients must visit a separate office for a consultation before getting a sleep test. A sleep physician may also recommend a test at a sleep lab, which may be unnecessary and can lead patients to put off getting a test.