{"id":15,"date":"2026-06-16T08:00:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T13:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/?p=15"},"modified":"2026-06-16T08:00:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T13:00:11","slug":"is-it-safe-to-nap-with-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/is-it-safe-to-nap-with-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It Safe to Nap if I Have Sleep Apnea?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/is-it-safe-to-nap-with-sleep-apnea\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_60437879-1.jpg\" alt=\"A tired man trying to take a nap\" class=\"wp-image-17\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4833209171426207;width:296px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_60437879-1.jpg 844w, https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_60437879-1-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_60437879-1-768x518.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_60437879-1-400x270.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/AdobeStock_60437879-1-550x371.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting a solid night&rsquo;s rest when you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/sleep-apnea-treatment.html\">sleep apnea<\/a> can be a challenge. Naturally, you may be tempted to try getting in a little shut eye here and there during the day if you can. Unfortunately, however, while naps may <em>seem<\/em> like a good idea, when it comes to sleep apnea, they can sometimes make matters worse. Here&rsquo;s a closer look at how, and a few things you can try to help get the rest you need when living with sleep apnea.<\/p><!--more--><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Sleep Apnea?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sleep apnea is a disorder which causes you to stop breathing repeatedly throughout the night. In most cases, it is due to an obstructed airway (known as obstructive sleep apnea or OSA) or improper signaling of the brain to breathe (central sleep apnea, or CSA). This disruption in airflow causes the brain to alert the body to wake, which in turn may result in snoring and gasping for air, which may occur many times in an hour, and throughout the entire night.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if I Nap with Sleep Apnea?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those who have sleep apnea, the symptoms don&rsquo;t just disrupt their sleep routine. They can also have devastating daytime effects, such as lethargy, cognitive impairment, and the worsening of many preexisting conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and even some types of cancer.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because they are often excessively tired, some sleep apnea sufferers attempt to catch up on lost rest by taking a nap during the day. Unfortunately, while this sounds like a logical solution in theory, the truth is that it can make sleep apnea worse. That&rsquo;s because the symptoms of this disorder aren&rsquo;t exclusive to nighttime sleep. Thus, if you attempt a nap during the day, you&rsquo;ll likely suffer from the same problems you would at night, including interruptions in breathing, gasping for air, and frequent waking. Furthermore, if you are just starting treatment for sleep apnea, you could be making it harder to get adjusted to your device, as you will not be as tired at night if your nap is successful.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Get a Good Night&rsquo;s Sleep with Sleep Apnea?<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have sleep apnea, the solution to your disorder probably isn&rsquo;t more naps. Treatment with an oral appliance from your dentist can help manually reposition the airway open, so you can breathe comfortably while you sleep, all without snoring or the constant interruptions your body causes when it wakes you, and without the need for CPAP. Other suggestions include putting the phone or tablet down at least 30 minutes before attempting to sleep, not watching television in bed, and avoiding alcohol or caffeine for several hours prior to resting.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, it is normal to feel tired and lethargic during the day when you have sleep apnea, but struggling to rest all night and napping during the day is an unsustainable, ineffective solution. So, stop fighting a losing battle with your symptoms: speak to your dentist about sleep apnea treatment with oral appliance therapy today and get a good night&rsquo;s sleep, naturally!<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Dr. Hubler<\/h2><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/contact.html\">Dr. Parley Hubler, Jr.,<\/a> earned his dental degree at the Oklahoma College of Dentistry in 1994, and throughout his career has taken a keen interest in airway and total-body health. This includes treating serious conditions like sleep apnea, snoring, and sleep-disordered breathing, all of which originate in the mouth but can make a huge impact on the wellness of the entire body. To schedule a consultation for sleep apnea treatment at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/contact.html\">Lucas Family Dentistry<\/a>, visit our website or call 214-446-6011.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Getting a solid night\u2019s rest when you have sleep apnea can be a challenge. Naturally, you may be tempted to try getting in a little shut eye here and there during the day if you can. Unfortunately, however, while naps may seem like a good idea, when it comes to sleep apnea, they can sometimes make matters worse. Here\u2019s a closer look at how, and a few things you can try to help get the rest you need when living with sleep apnea. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lucasdentist.com\/blog\/is-it-safe-to-nap-with-sleep-apnea\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Is It Safe to Nap if I Have Sleep Apnea? | Dr. Parley Hubler<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Wondering if that afternoon nap will help your sleep apnea symptoms? 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