[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/sleep-apnea-todays-dental-helps-you-rest-easy\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/sleep-apnea-todays-dental-helps-you-rest-easy\/","headline":"Sleep apnea? Today\u2019s Dental helps you rest easy.","name":"Sleep apnea? Today\u2019s Dental helps you rest easy.","description":"Window rattler, snore-a-saurus rex, log sawer, freight train, he who sleeps alone \u2013 very often, the diagnosis of sleep apnea begins with complaints about snoring. While it can be one indication of a sleep issue, it\u2019s not the only one. Excessive sleepiness during the day, morning headaches or sore throat\/dryness, feeling foggy in your thinking, […]","datePublished":"2022-06-01","dateModified":"2023-08-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/author\/jeremy\/#Person","name":"Jeremy Johnson","url":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/author\/jeremy\/","identifier":2,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4feffc5d95566eb3f006763a94fe8101092a8fd889afeafb3ded33b6b5e5cb88?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4feffc5d95566eb3f006763a94fe8101092a8fd889afeafb3ded33b6b5e5cb88?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Today's Dental","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/td-logo.png","url":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/td-logo.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/SleepApnea.jpg","url":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/SleepApnea.jpg","height":350,"width":700},"url":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/sleep-apnea-todays-dental-helps-you-rest-easy\/","about":["Dental Facts","Dental Health","Dental Tips"],"wordCount":470,"articleBody":"Window rattler, snore-a-saurus rex, log sawer, freight train, he who sleeps alone \u2013 very often, the diagnosis of sleep apnea begins with complaints about snoring. While it can be one indication of a sleep issue, it\u2019s not the only one. Excessive sleepiness during the day, morning headaches or sore throat\/dryness, feeling foggy in your thinking, and irritability can also signal an issue. And if the snorer has episodes where breathing is interrupted or requires the sleeper to \u201ccatch his breath,\u201d it\u2019s a good idea to talk to your dentist about the possibility of sleep apnea.\u00a0Dental devices can help.At Today\u2019s Dental, we\u2019ve made sleep related breathing disorders part of our ongoing practice \u2013 especially obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In fact, our dentists and staff undergo additional specialty training to address these issues. Based on our screening, we may refer you to your physician for diagnosis and testing.\u00a0If you\u2019ve already been diagnosed with OSA, your dentist is instrumental in treating your condition with oral appliance therapy. This is also a great option if you\u2019re not able to tolerate a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) overnight.\u00a0\u00a0For children experiencing obstructive sleep apnea, your dentist can fit an oral appliance. Over time, we\u2019re also able to study and measure ongoing growth and changes that can improve the condition or identify other opportunities to alleviate the problem.\u00a0The right device for you.There are several types of devices that your Today\u2019s Dental dentist may talk to you about depending on your specific needs. At first glance, they look like a mouthguard that you might wear to protect your teeth during sports. However, they\u2019re equipped with special features to address the specific issues of your \u201cobstruction\u201d as part of your obstructive sleep apnea.\u00a0\u00a0 Mandibular repositioning device \u2013 one of the most common types of devices, it moves the lower jaw forward and down slightly to keep your airway open. Tongue retaining device \u2013 just like the name says, it holds you tongue in place while you sleep so it doesn\u2019t block your airway.Work with people you trust.\u00a0When it comes to successfully treating your obstructive sleep apnea, your relationship with your dentist works to your advantage. For starters, we have the state-of-the-art tools and expertise to create a precision fit oral appliance to wear while sleeping. What\u2019s more, your twice yearly visits to your Today\u2019s Dental dentist allow you to share your experiences and receive continuous care and advice that enables you to address concerns or symptoms you may be experiencing.\u00a0\u00a0Today\u2019s Dental is happy to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to improve your sleep, and your overall health through better rest. Learn more when you call Today\u2019s Dental to schedule your appointment online (LINK) or call 402-333-1120.\u00a0"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Sleep apnea? Today\u2019s Dental helps you rest easy.","item":"https:\/\/omahadentists.net\/blog\/sleep-apnea-todays-dental-helps-you-rest-easy\/"}]}]