Midwest Dental Sleep Medicine Institute / Dr. Thomas M. Gotsis, DDS

Dr. Thomas M. Gotsis, DDS, operates the Midwest Dental Sleep Medicine Institute, located at 12266 De Paul Dr, Bridgeton, MO 63044. The institute is dedicated to providing personalized care for patients suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). Dr. Gotsis is highly specialized in dental sleep medicine, holding certifications as a Board-Certified Diplomate in the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy. His practice focuses on offering oral device alternatives for patients who are CPAP intolerant or prefer a non-CPAP solution for their sleep apnea. The approach involves a thorough assessment, including a review of the patient's complete medical history, to accurately diagnose the root cause of sleep and TM joint problems. Beyond treatment, Dr. Gotsis emphasizes patient education, ensuring individuals understand all their options for managing these disorders. Dr. Gotsis has a distinguished background; he grew up in Chicago, graduated from Loyola School of Dentistry in 1987, and completed a one-year residency program in the U.S. Army, serving active duty three times before retiring as a Colonel in 2008. He began his private general dentistry practice in St. Louis in 1992 and has been located at DePaul Hospital in Bridgeton, MO, since 2007. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Gotsis is an educator, currently teaching Dental Sleep Medicine at SIU dental school in Alton, IL. He is also the past president of the Missouri Sleep Society and has extensively lectured on the subject throughout the Midwest, including at various sleep conferences and the Missouri State Medical Association yearly conference. His clinic also offers general dentistry services such as prevention, x-rays, sealants, dental exams, home care instructions, fluoride treatments, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, crowns, fillings, teeth whitening, dentures, and root canal therapy. Patient reviews highlight his thoughtful, well-researched, and caring approach, particularly for those seeking alternatives to traditional CPAP machines.