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Our platform provides information about sleep and airway health for all ages. A native of Vero Beach, she attended St.

We encourage you to connect with a professional who can help improve your or a child's breathing and sleep for better health. Jenna Katz Schwibner, DMD, FAGD
Airway Dentist
Founder of Foundation First, Airway & Sleep Dentistry

As an Airway Dentist, the goal is to save lives not just save teeth. Yes, teeth are vital to maintain our health however our roles as dentists have taken a path to provide “Complete Dental Care for Complete Health.”

As a dentist, owner of Dental Partners of Vero Beach, and founder of Foundation First Dentistry, Jenna Katz Schwibner, DMD, FAGD has always strived to provide what she refers to as “Complete Dental Care” by adapting treatments and techniques that align with the latest breakthroughs in medicine and technology. Her areas of expertise center around the relationship between oral and total-body health through Airway Health-Focused Dentistry. This forms the foundation of her General, Cosmetic, Implant and Orthodontic treatments. Known by her patients as Dr. Jenna, she is one of the only dentists in the Treasure Coast that specializes in Airway Dentistry and provides sleep disordered breathing management for patients of all ages. Her passion lies in diagnosing and helping individuals with obstructive airways, preventing long term illnesses, and making a difference through life changing treatments. Her commitment to education is reflected in the completion of more than 1,000 hours of continuing education within just her first 12 years of professional practice and obtaining the prestigious Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) designation. She continuously attends advanced seminars, conferences and academic programs and has had the honor of studying under the late Dr. Peter Dawson. She continues to participate as a graduate and current Ambassador for the Dawson Academy, where she then met and was inspired by Dr. Ben Miraglia, founder of Airway Health Solutions. Dr. Miraglia’s mentorship has transformed her overall approach to dentistry and led her to expand her practice into providing children dentistry and orthodontics. This helped her develop her non-extraction orthodontic philosophy that is clinically proven to enhance children’s growth and development. As a top provider in her field Dr. Jenna has worked extensively with her patients, educating and providing solutions to correct airway and sleep disordered breathing issues which often result in additional health ailments in adults and a wide range of developmental delays in children. She has spoken and presented on this topic to patients, parents, colleagues and healthcare professionals locally, nationwide and abroad. Edwards School before receiving her International Baccalaureate degree from Sebastian River High School. She went on to complete her undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University before graduating at the top of her class from Nova Southeastern University’s College of Dental Medicine with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

02/24/2026

Occasional noise during sleep can happen. But habitual snoring is often a sign that a child is struggling to breathe properly at night. Snoring may indicate airway resistance, mouth breathing, or disrupted oxygen flow during sleep.

Sleep is when growth, healing, and brain development occur. If breathing is compromised during sleep, the body can’t fully rest or develop as intended.

If your child snores regularly, breathes through their mouth, or seems restless during sleep, an airway-focused dental evaluation can help uncover what’s contributing to their breathing challenges.

02/19/2026

Testimonials like this remind us that addressing the root cause, not just the symptoms, can lead to better sleep, improved function, and a higher quality of life.

02/17/2026

Ongoing allergies often cause chronic nasal inflammation and congestion, making nasal breathing difficult. When the nose is consistently blocked, the body compensates with mouth breathing, changing tongue posture, increasing airway strain, and thus potentially affecting sleep quality and overall health.

If you experience chronic allergies along with snoring, poor sleep, or persistent congestion, consider an airway-focused dental or medical evaluation to better understand how breathing, sleep, and oral health are connected.

02/12/2026

A sinus-focused CBCT gives a 3D view of the airway and sinus space; areas that play a critical role in breathing, sleep quality, and overall health. This type of imaging allows clinicians to evaluate sinus volume, inflammation, blockages, and how facial growth may be impacting airflow.

If you or your child struggles with chronic congestion, mouth breathing, snoring, or restless sleep, advanced imaging like a CBCT can help uncover the why.

02/10/2026

When orthodontic guidance starts early, treatment can work with a child’s natural growth instead of trying to correct problems later. Supporting jaw development early helps create space for teeth, the tongue, and healthy breathing.

If your child has crowded teeth, mouth breathing, snoring, or difficulty sleeping, an early airway-focused orthodontic evaluation can provide clarity and options.

02/08/2026

Dr. Jenna from Dental Partners of Vero Beach delivered sleep and airway education at the 2026 Breathe and Thrive Symposium in Las Vegas, NV. Her 2 presentations were well received by general dentists and specialists, who were eager to learn more about sleep and airway dentistry and orthodontics, and how these specialties can help their patients.

Dr. Jenna shares:
“Today was incredible. Seeing other doctors excited about airway dentistry and doing more for their patients is the best feeling. I am beyond excited that more doctors are learning how to go beyond their patients' teeth and truly improve lives. Being part of this movement is incredible”.

01/29/2026

Today, we know that crooked teeth are often a sign of underdeveloped jaws and airway challenges, not just a cosmetic issue. That’s why modern, airway-focused dentistry looks beyond straight teeth to address how the face, jaws, and airway grow together.

01/27/2026

Can Clear Aligners Help with Airway Health?
Believe it or not, the position of your teeth and jaw can directly affect your breathing. Misaligned teeth can shift the jaw and tongue forward or backward, which may narrow the airway and contribute to issues like snoring or sleep apnea.

Clear aligners (like Invisalign) gradually straighten teeth while supporting proper jaw alignment. By guiding the teeth into optimal positions, they can create more space for the tongue and airway, helping improve airflow and potentially reducing breathing difficulties during sleep. In some cases, early or guided treatment with aligners can support better long-term airway health as well as a healthier smile. Clear aligners are popular with teens and adults looking for a discreet virtually invisible orthodontic system due to their thin clear plastic.

Schedule a consultation with an airway-focused dentist to see if clear aligners would be the right treatment for you.

01/24/2026

❌ Myth: “If I don’t snore every night, I don’t have sleep apnea.”

✅ Fact: Sleep apnea symptoms can vary from night to night. Even occasional snoring, gasping, or pauses in breathing can signal a larger issue.

If daytime fatigue or unrefreshing sleep persists, it’s worth talking to a healthcare provider about evaluation and treatment options.

01/20/2026

A Patient Shares His Story

This is a shared story from a very happy airway and sleep patient after treatment with palatal expanders and oral appliance therapy.
This patients experience with Dr. Jenna, from Dental Partners of Vero Beach, was described as “from trouble breathing to being a life changing event."

Do you know someone who is having trouble breathing and sleeping? Find out what Airway Focused Dentistry can do for you or a loved one.

01/15/2026

Early Orthodontic Care with Myobrace®

Myobrace® is a removable appliance that helps guide your child’s jaw and teeth to develop properly. By gently correcting oral habits like mouth breathing or incorrect tongue posture, it supports natural teeth alignment, healthy jaw growth, and better overall breathing.

If your child shows signs of mouth breathing, crowding, or jaw development concerns, consider an evaluation with an airway-focused dentist to see if Myobrace® could be an appropriate early intervention treatment system for your child.

01/13/2026

Although their are many airway devices used in offices of airway and sleep dentists, Dr. Jenna of Dental Partners of Vero Beach has had tremendous success with the 5 devices she mentions in this video.

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