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Not Wearing Your CPAP?

If you are looking to treat your sleep apnea or if you are not wearing your CPAP, as a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, Dr. Rubina Nguyen is able to fit you with an FDA approved oral appliance to eliminate or reduce your sleep apnea.

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Dr. Rubina Nguyen DDS

Dr. Nguyen understands that a person’s overall health goes far beyond what most dentists check in the course of a routine dental appointment. Through her years of study, research and advanced training in sleep medicine, she has developed a strong respect for the role that oral health and symptoms play in sudden cardiac death.

Dr. Nguyen graduated from the University of Illinois in 1996, and graduated from dental school in 2000, then continued on with her general practice residency in 2001. The general practice residency (GPR) is an intensive post-graduate training program fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The program is designed to train the general dentist in the management of medically complex and special needs patients in both outpatient and hospital settings, while increasing knowledge in the practice of dentistry and its various disciplines. While she was in dental school, Dr. Nguyen took part in research and won three awards.

S.C.A.R.F. (Sudden Cardiac-Death Awareness Research Foundation)

Dr. Rubina Nguyen and her husband, Dr. Paul Nguyen (cardiologist) are co-founders of S.C.A.R.F., a non-profit organization committed to reducing sudden cardiac death. Both doctors Nguyen have translated research into meaningful outcome-based care, diagnosing and treating life-threatening conditions and helping to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and dentistry.

As the only dentist in the United States to co-found a medical non-profit (S.C.A.R.F.), Dr. Rubina Nguyen supervises and instructs approximately 30 interns each year in research and education related to cardiac death. She brings this knowledge back to her own practice, helping patients screen for complex medical issues that may have been overlooked.

“The greatest gift in the world is the gift of life. The second is saving someone’s life. The third is the gift of a smile.”

– Dr. Rubina Nguyen

Throughout her life and career, Dr. Nguyen personally experienced how sudden cardiac death affected people she cared about. Her hands-on passion for patient care led her to follow in her father’s footsteps and become a dentist. Her professional memberships include the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, American Dental Association®, and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy.

Our Location

Elgin Office

Our Hours

500 N. McLean Blvd. Suite 102  Elgin, IL  60123

S.C.A.R.F. (Sudden Cardiac-Death Awareness Research Foundation)

Dr. Rubina Nguyen and her husband, Dr. Paul Nguyen (cardiologist) are co-founders of S.C.A.R.F., a non-profit organization committed to reducing sudden cardiac death. Both doctors Nguyen have translated research into meaningful outcome-based care, diagnosing and treating life-threatening conditions and helping to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and dentistry.

As the only dentist in the United States to co-found a medical non-profit (S.C.A.R.F.), Dr. Rubina Nguyen supervises and instructs approximately 30 interns each year in research and education related to cardiac death. She brings this knowledge back to her own practice, helping patients screen for complex medical issues that may have been overlooked.

“The greatest gift in the world is the gift of life. The second is saving someone’s life. The third is the gift of a smile.”

– Dr. Rubina Nguyen

Throughout her life and career, Dr. Nguyen personally experienced how sudden cardiac death affected people she cared about. Her hands-on passion for patient care led her to follow in her father’s footsteps and become a dentist. Her professional memberships include the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, American Dental Association®, and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy.

Snoring, Exhaustion, CPAP Frustration… There May Be Another Way

If you’re exhausted from waking up tired, struggling through the day, or feeling frustrated with CPAP, a personalized airway-focused assessment could help uncover a solution that actually fits your life.

Can't Tolerate Your CPAP?

At-Home Sleep Testing Available!

Personalized Airway-Focused Consult With Our Doctors!

Treatment That Actually Fits Your Lifestyle & Goals!

Take our 60-second survey to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment for CPAP alternative is right for you.

Personalized Airway-Focused Consult With Our Doctors!

At-Home Sleep Testing Available!

Treatment That Actually Fits Your Lifestyle & Goals!

Get Real Answers In Three Simple Steps

Review your unique assessment and experience 1-on-1 with one of our expert airway focused team members

Sleep Analysis

No expensive overnight lab stay. We assess your sleep using the latest technology

Understanding Your Results

Treatment Options For Your Lifestyle

Our expert clinical team help you choose treatment options that work for YOU

Poor Sleep May Be Costing You More Than You Think...

It may be time to look into an airway-focused dental solution if you're experiencing any of the following:

You still feel drained when you wake up, even after a full night of sleep

It’s hard to get through the day without coffee or energy drinks

You struggle to stay alert during work, meetings, or everyday tasks

Mental fog and poor focus make it difficult to stay productive

Your mood is shorter than usual, and small things irritate you more easily

Snoring or restless sleep is disrupting both you and your partner at night

Want Answers Quick?

Take our 60-second survey to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.

How Does a Sleep Appliance Work?

An oral appliance fits over your teeth like a clear aligner tray while you sleep and supports your jaw in a forward position to keep your airway open. A custom-fit oral appliance can improve your sleep, restore your alertness, and revitalize your health.

If you and your doctor decide that oral appliance therapy is the best treatment option for you, our amazing clinical team will create a custom oral appliance for your specific case, and will provide ongoing treatment to make sure your appliance remains comfortable and effective. 

Can't Tolerate CPAP?

A custom oral sleep appliance may be the best option for your sleep health

This 60-second survey can determine if you may qualify for an oral sleep appliance

Want Answers Quick?

Take our 60-second survey to see if a personalized airway-focused assessment is right for you, and finally get answers about your sleep.