Are there treatments for sleep apnea that do not involve CPAP?

An FDA approved oral sleep appliance can be used to treat sleep apnea as a first line of treatment for some people or as an alternative if a patient is CPAP-intolerant.

CPAP is the standard of care for sleep apnea. If the sleep apnea is not the neurologic type but is the obstructive type, then an oral appliance can be made to bring the bottom jaw forward. This will open the airway behind the soft palate and tongue which may help the sleep apnea. A dental evaluation will be needed to see if your husband is a candidate for the apnea appliance.

Yes, there are other treatments and it is recommended that you talk to a Board Certified Sleep Specialist to discuss treatment options other than CPAP therapy.