Pittsburgh Dental Sleep Medicine

11/12/2025

Earlier this month Dr. Fox gave a wonderful presentation to the Pennsylvania Academy of General Dentistry!

Check out this small segment where she discusses what Sleep Apnea is, how it can occur and the vicious cycle it can have on your sleep.

11/10/2025

Dr. John Avolio is excited to help serve patients at Pittsburgh Dental Sleep Medicine in the McMurray, PA office.

Dr. Avolio earned his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Following graduation, he completed a General Practice Residency at St. Elizabeth’s Health Center in Youngstown, Ohio. He remained in Youngstown after his residency, working in public health dentistry before moving to Virginia Beach in 2010, where he practiced as an associate in general dentistry. After 4 years in Virginia Beach, Dr. Avolio and his wife moved back to Pittsburgh to be closer to family. He has since owned and operated a successful private general dental practice in Zelienople, PA.

In 2017, Dr. Avolio began his journey into dental sleep medicine after attending continuing education courses. He quickly discovered a passion for helping patients struggling with CPAP therapy and pursued advanced training in the field. In 2020, Dr. Avolio completed the 3-part Mastery series and achieved the status of Diplomate and is board-certified in dental sleep medicine. These distinctions represent the highest education and achievements for dentists that help treat obstructive sleep apnea and sleep disordered breathing.

Dr. Avolio values collaboration and works closely with physicians to help manage patients with obstructive sleep apnea and sleep disordered breathing. He takes great pride in helping patients realize that a restful night’s sleep and a better quality of life are within reach.

Outside the office, Dr. Avolio and his wife share their home with 2 English Pointers. He enjoys upland bird hunting with his dogs, hiking, cycling, and kayaking. A lifelong Pittsburgh sports fan, he proudly bleeds black and gold. He and his wife are also foodies, who love experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen or discovering new restaurants together.

10/31/2025

Check out all these cool Cats and Kittens at our Wexford location! 🐈 Happy Halloween from the Pittsburgh Dental Sleep Medicine! 🎃👻

05/27/2025

Dr. Chiarina Iregui ( Wexford office) and Dr. Becky Fox ( Harrisburg office) attended the annual American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, May 14-17. The group meets annually to prioritize keeping up with the latest information regarding sleep medicine and dental sleep medicine.

We are proud that both providers are also involved with the AADSM. Dr. Iregui is on the planning committee for the annual meeting and Dr. Fox sits on the Board of Directors.

11/28/2024

11/11/2024

We are proud to share a post from earlier this month when Drs. Michelle Cantwell and Becky Fox (from our Harrisburg location at PA Dental Sleep Medicine) presented at the Walter Reed Medical Center on oral appliance therapy as a treatment for OSA in the military. Over 40 providers from all 3 branches of the military heard some valuable insights on integrating sleep apnea screening and treatment into their work as military dentists.

In recognition of service, federal service employees can join the AADSM for $60 and receive 75% off all AADSM educational courses. We thank our Veterans for their service!

09/11/2024

On this day, all of our offices proudly recognize Patriot Day.

"Today, we honor the brave Americans who met the terror of September 11 with extraordinary acts of courage and sacrifice. In our darkest hour — when terrorists believed they could bring our country to its knees — those Americans proved that our Nation’s unbreakable spirit would prevail."
--President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.

09/11/2024

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) president, Dr. Kevin Postol, details alternatives for in this Washington Post article. At Pittsburgh Dental Sleep Medicine we offer 3 convenient locations to the Greater Pittsburgh and Northern WV areas for the treatment of and . Come see us! pghdsm.com

If you have obstructive sleep apnea, here’s what to know about dental devices, tongue trainers, mouth tape, weight loss drugs and more.

07/17/2024

Clicking, popping, GRINDING, locking? NO, these aren't dance moves! They are common symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint disorder (TMJ) and can be extremely painful and debilitating. Innovative treatments, like MLS Laser Therapy, are leading the way toward finally finding solutions for jaw pain. Check out our blog!
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Explore the benefits of Multiwave Locked System (MLS) Laser Therapy as an innovative, non-invasive treatment for TMJ/TMD and related pain relief.

07/08/2024

In our busy lives, FATIGUE is often dismissed as just a side effect of a busy schedule. But when sleepiness becomes a daily struggle, it may point to a more significant health issue such as SLEEP APNEA. Check out our blog for signs and symptoms that may be telling you something!

We delve into less discussed impacts of sleep apnea, such as its role in fatigue, offering solutions that cater to the unique needs of our patients. Read on!

06/17/2024

June is a special time of year when we 'spotlight' men and dads during !

Dads can be great at teaching the importance of hard work and dedication in achieving personal goals. They're caring and show strength and support for family and the community around them. But sometimes dads forget to take care of themselves!

Men are five times more likely to suffer health consequences from untreated sleep apnea. If your dad gets daytime fatigue and shows signs of low energy, share this blog and tell him it's because you love him !!

We will explore how addressing sleep apnea with treatments like oral appliance therapy can help reduce daytime fatigue and improve overall well-being.