SLEEP DOCTOR & SLEEP APNEA SPECIALIST IN TORRANCE, CA
Learn How Our Sleep Doctor and the Team at BCI Treat Your Sleep Symptoms
Waking up exhausted, snoring that's getting worse, a partner who says you stop breathing? Your airway needs an evaluation.
When Snoring Becomes a Medical Issue
Not all snoring is sleep apnea, but sleep apnea almost always is associated with snoring. Untreated, sleep apnea raises the risk of high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, chronic daytime fatigue, and even car accidents due to falling asleep at the wheel.
If someone who sleeps with you mentions that you seem to stop breathing, take it seriously. You're asleep and often unaware of a problem, but your bed partner’s observation is often the most reliable early warning sign of a health issue.
Likely just snoring:
- Occasionally, only when congested or after alcohol
- Partner notices, but you feel rested
- No gasping or breathing pauses
Warrants an evaluation:
- Snoring most nights, regardless of position
- Waking unrested despite enough sleep
- Witnessed pauses in breathing
- Morning headaches or a very dry mouth
- Unexpectedly falling asleep during the day
If someone who sleeps with you has mentioned your breathing, take it seriously. You're asleep. They're watching. Their observation is often the most reliable early warning sign.
Conditions We Treat
What We See And Treat At Breathe Clear
As an ENT practice, we evaluate and treat airway-driven sleep conditions, including snoring and sleep apnea.
Obstructive sleep apnea
Chronic snoring
Upper airway resistance
Enlarged tonsils & adenoids
Nasal obstruction & sleep
Soft palate issues
Tongue-based obstruction
Sleep apnea in children
First Appointment
How Dr. Davis and His Team Evaluate Sleep Apnea
Diagnosis starts with an airway evaluation, not a sleep lab. Dr. Davis and his team examine the anatomy causing the obstruction, which includes a small scope gently placed in the nose, then order a home sleep study. No sleep lab required. You sleep in your own bed. Results are accurate and typically available within a week or so.
Step 1: History reviewSymptoms, sleep habits, partner observations
Step 2: Airway scope examTonsils, tongue, soft palate, and throat width
Step 3: Home sleep testDevice provided, used in your own bed
Step 4: Results & planDiagnosis confirmed, options discussed
No sleep lab required. You sleep in your own bed. Results are accurate and typically available within a few days.
Treatment Options
Treatment Matched To What's Causing The Problem
No cookie-cutter solution fits everyone with sleep apnea. The treatment depends on severity, anatomy, and patient preference. For simple snoring, nasal sprays, sinus rinse and Breathe Right strips may do the trick. For those with snoring or mild apnea, minimally invasive in-office treatments can help reduce or solve the problem. We sometimes refer patients to a dentist to fabricate a dental appliance that can eliminate mild or even moderate sleep apnea. Continuous or automatic positive airway pressure (CPAP or APAP) is a solution for patients with moderate or severe sleep apnea. Newer surgical techniques such as Genio hypoglossal nerve stimulation can provide a durable solution that eliminates the need for CPAP or APAP.
Sleep apnea in children looks different
Children rarely show obvious tiredness. Watch for hyperactivity, attention problems, and behavioral changes, often mistaken for other conditions.
- Loud snoring or mouth breathing during sleep
- Restless sleep or unusual positions
- Hyperactivity or difficulty concentrating
- Bedwetting in a previously trained child
What makes us different
Home sleep test
Sleep in your own bed. Results within days, not weeks.
Airway exam at the first visit
Dr. Davis finds the anatomical cause before recommending anything.
In-office procedures available
Pillar and turbinate reduction done here, often in the same session as evaluation.
Allergy + sleep in one practice
Nasal congestion worsens sleep apnea. Treating the allergy often improves sleep without any additional procedure.
Patient Reviews
What Our Patients Say
The upbeat office atmosphere and professionalism is exceptional.
Dr. Davis and his team are professional, competent, and thorough.
From the front office to their doctors, this office has set the bar — quick response time, easy to get an appointment, and I always feel welcomed when I go in.
Things Patients Want To Know
Do I need a sleep study in a lab?
No. We prescribe a home sleep test that you perform in your own bed. The results are medically accurate and typically available within a week. Home testing is appropriate for most patients being evaluated for obstructive sleep apnea. In rare cases where a home test is inconclusive or we suspect a more complex sleep disorder, we recommend a nearby sleep lab.
How do I know if I have sleep apnea?
The most reliable indicators are a bed partner observing pauses in breathing or gasping during sleep, waking unrested despite adequate sleep hours, and significant daytime fatigue. Morning headaches, very dry mouth, and unexpectedly falling asleep are also common symptoms. The only way to confirm the diagnosis is with a sleep test done at home.
What's the difference between a sleep doctor and an ENT for sleep?
A sleep medicine physician oversees the full spectrum of sleep disorders and manages CPAP therapy. An ENT addresses the structural causes of airway obstruction that drive obstructive sleep apnea and can offer in-office and surgical solutions that address the problem at its source. Many patients benefit from both. If you're struggling with CPAP or want to understand what's actually causing your apnea, an ENT evaluation is the right starting point.
Is CPAP the only treatment for sleep apnea?
No. CPAP and APAP - a more sophisticated version of CPAP - are effective for many patients but aren't right for everyone. Alternatives include a custom dental appliance (repositions the jaw and tongue slightly forward during sleep), in-office procedures like soft palate Coblation (stiffens the soft palate), or nasal procedures to improve airflow, which are appropriate for many patients. Genio, a surgically placed nerve stimulator that keeps the tongue from falling to the back of the throat, and other procedures such as a tonsillectomy, may also be appropriate options. The right choice depends on apnea severity, anatomy, and your preference.
Can treating allergies improve my sleep?
Often yes, more than patients expect. Nasal congestion narrows the airway during sleep, and allergen-driven swelling can tip a borderline airway into clinically significant obstruction. Many patients who treat their allergies at Breathe Clear report meaningful improvement in snoring and sleep quality, sometimes without any additional procedures.
Visit Our Sleep Clinic
See what makes Breathe Clear Institute one of the most reputable ear, nose, and throat clinics in the South Bay and greater LA area.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday
8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Ready For Some Relief?
Accepting new patients throughout Torrance and the South Bay. No referral required.