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TERMS OF SERVICE

Last Updated: September 20, 2026

Welcome to the Knoxville Sleep Solutions website. These Terms of Service govern your use of this website and the services, information, forms, and communications made available through it.

By using this website, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

ABOUT KNOXVILLE SLEEP SOLUTIONS

Knoxville Sleep Solutions
Dr. Terrie Cribbs
1547 Downtown West Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 247-5570

WEBSITE INFORMATION

The information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes. It is not intended to replace professional dental or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Use of this website, including submitting a contact form or communicating electronically with Knoxville Sleep Solutions, does not by itself establish a dentist-patient relationship.

If you have questions about your health, symptoms, diagnosis, or treatment, please consult an appropriate licensed healthcare professional.

APPOINTMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Information submitted through this website may be used to respond to inquiries, communicate about requested services, schedule or manage appointments, and provide other communications related to Knoxville Sleep Solutions.

Submitting a website form does not guarantee an appointment. Appointments are subject to availability and confirmation by Knoxville Sleep Solutions.

SMS/TEXT MESSAGING TERMS

Knoxville Sleep Solutions may offer SMS/text messaging to individuals who have provided consent to receive text messages from us.

By separately opting in to receive SMS messages from Knoxville Sleep Solutions, you may receive messages related to your inquiry, appointment scheduling, appointment reminders, follow-up communications, practice information, and other communications consistent with the consent you provided.

MESSAGE FREQUENCY VARIES.

MESSAGE AND DATA RATES MAY APPLY.

REPLY STOP TO CANCEL AT ANY TIME.

After you send STOP, you may receive a confirmation that you have been unsubscribed. You will no longer receive SMS messages from that messaging program unless you opt in again.

REPLY HELP FOR HELP. You may also contact Knoxville Sleep Solutions at (865) 247-5570 for assistance.

Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchasing goods or services.

Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Your consent to receive SMS messages applies only to the messaging program for which you provided consent. Knoxville Sleep Solutions will handle mobile information and SMS consent information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Privacy Policy: https://knoxvillesleepsolutions.com/privacypolicy

SMS CONSENT

Providing a telephone number to Knoxville Sleep Solutions does not, by itself, constitute consent to receive marketing text messages.

Where SMS consent is requested, consent will be obtained separately and will identify the types of messages the individual is agreeing to receive.

Users may withdraw SMS consent at any time by replying STOP to a text message.

PRIVACY

Your use of this website is also subject to the Knoxville Sleep Solutions Privacy Policy, which explains how information collected through the website may be collected, used, and protected.

Please review our Privacy Policy at:

https://knoxvillesleepsolutions.com/privacypolicy

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise indicated, the content of this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, design elements, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Knoxville Sleep Solutions and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Website content may not be copied, reproduced, republished, distributed, or commercially exploited without permission, except as permitted by law.

THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND SERVICES

This website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. Knoxville Sleep Solutions does not control those third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, availability, privacy practices, or terms.

The inclusion of a third-party link does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of that third party or its services.

NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS

Information about dental sleep medicine, sleep-related breathing disorders, oral appliance therapy, or other services is provided for informational purposes.

Individual circumstances and treatment outcomes vary. Nothing on this website should be interpreted as a promise, warranty, or guarantee of a particular clinical result.

WEBSITE AVAILABILITY

We make reasonable efforts to maintain the availability and accuracy of this website but cannot guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, error-free, or completely current.

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue portions of the website at any time.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Knoxville Sleep Solutions and its owners, employees, representatives, and service providers will not be liable for damages arising solely from the use of, or inability to use, this website or reliance on general information presented on the website.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to limit any rights or remedies that cannot legally be limited under applicable law.

CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

Knoxville Sleep Solutions may update these Terms of Service periodically. When changes are made, the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page may be revised. Continued use of the website following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms to the extent permitted by law.

GOVERNING LAW

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

CONTACT US

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

Knoxville Sleep Solutions
Dr. Terrie Cribbs
1547 Downtown West Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37919
Phone: (865) 247-5570

TREATMENT

A CUSTOM TREATMENT PLAN TO FIT YOUR NEEDS

Sleep apnea, a sleep disorder marked by breathing interruptions during the night, presents a significant concern not only for truck and bus drivers but also for various professionals in the commercial transportation industry, such as Train Engineers, Airplane Pilots, and Commercial Marine vessel operators. Recent research from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reveals that about 30% of commercial truck drivers experience sleep apnea to varying extents. Failing to address this disorder poses numerous risks to drivers and the general public alike, including:

  • Daytime drowsiness

  • Impaired driving performance

  • Increased risk of road accidents

At Sleep Better Breathe Better Denver, we offer expert solutions for sleep apnea that not only enhance sleep quality for DOT drivers, but also contribute to safer roads overall.

With our expertise, convenient testing, rapid results, and a range of treatment options, we ensure improved breathing and safer driving experiences.

We will keep you driving safely!

HOW SLEEP APNEA CAN AFFECT YOUR JOB AS A PROFESSIONAL DRIVER

Although the FMCSA doesn't mandate sleep apnea testing as part of the DOT physical, it has implemented regulations allowing medical professionals to evaluate a commercial driver's ability to continue driving.

These regulations, referred to as the Pulmonary Standard, allow healthcare providers to assess the need for testing for respiratory conditions like sleep apnea to ensure the safe operation of commercial vehicles.

Drivers diagnosed with sleep apnea can regain their "medically-qualified-to-drive" status by undergoing treatment. Adherence to treatment, especially Precision Oral Appliance therapy, is essential for meeting DOT standards and ensuring safe driving. Declining sleep apnea treatment may lead to disqualification from operating commercial vehicles, potentially resulting in loss of employment.

DOT REQUIRED

SLEEP APNEA

TREATMENT COMPLIANCE

Adherence to sleep apnea treatment is an important obligation for DOT drivers who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea. Healthcare professionals closely track a driver's compliance by collecting and analyzing usage data, which forms the foundation for a detailed compliance report.

When a driver starts sleep apnea treatment, drivers receive conditional certification for the initial month, providing them with a transition period to adjust to the treatment regimen. If they adhere to the prescribed plan effectively during this introductory phase, their conditional certification is extended to a 3-month card, signifying sustained and successful treatment.

Upon successfully maintaining compliance and effective treatment for three consecutive months, DOT drivers become eligible for annual certification. The annual recertification process involves a meticulous review of compliance data from the previous year to ensure ongoing management of sleep apnea and adherence to treatment protocols.

This serious commitment to compliance and annual recertification highlights the paramount importance of prioritizing the safety of commercial drivers and everyone else using the roads. This is done by mitigating the risks associated with sleep-deprived driving.

Knoxville Sleep Solutions

Dr. Terrie Cribbs

1547 Downtown West Blvd.

Knoxville, TN 37919

(865) 247-5570

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