Effective treatments are usually not the S.O.C….but are the diametric opposite
News & Blog Traditional orthodontic care has historically been retractive in nature. If you have not yet come to understand that any form of retraction has the potential to be highly detrimental to both the face and the airway, this is something you must learn before proceeding. You cannot avoid a problem—or provide truly successful […]
Books You Should Read And Why
News & Blog In an ideal world orthodontic books would also all be airway health books. But, sadly, we don’t live in an ideal world. I’ve said for years that the ultimate goal of all orthodontic treatment should be to optimize airway health instead of lining teeth up and making them fit like gears. […]
Why Early Orthodontic Intervention Matters
News & Blog Early orthodontics, early treatment, and early intervention are common terms that have been floated around in the orthodontic profession in my career. Many traditional orthodontists suggest it is a waste of time. I strongly suspect none of those skeptics advocating against early treatment understand that orthodontists in the early 1900’s were using […]
Common Myths About Orthodontics and Airway Health Debunked
News & Blog There are many orthodontic myths just as there are dental myths. Probably the most common orthodontic myth is that malocclusion is largely a genetically determined thing. There are books I’ll cover in another blog for readers interested in learning about how the environment is a much more plausible cause of malocclusion. I […]
Airway Orthodontic Innovations That Have Transformed Patient Care
News & Blog I would love to say that there are many airway innovations and orthodontic advancements in orthodontic care that are enhancing the airway health of large segments of the population. I don’t, however, see the “breakthrough treatment” that easily helps large segments of the population. Dental technology has been focused on implants and […]
Events You Should Attend And Why
Attending industry events expands knowledge, fosters networking, and showcases advancements in orthodontics and health. Gain insights, connect with experts, and stay ahead in transforming patient care.
People You Should See Speak and Why
Engaging speakers on orthodontics, health, and wellness inspire audiences by sharing expertise, addressing challenges, and offering actionable insights to foster better health and quality of life.
Organizations You Should Consider Joining and Why
Joining professional organizations like the AAO or AAPMD offers networking, continuing education, and resources to advance your orthodontic expertise and enhance patient care quality.
Airway problems disguised as ADD, ADHD and/or fatigue
Airway problems like sleep-disordered breathing can mimic ADD/ADHD symptoms, causing fatigue, inattention, and behavioral issues. Identifying and treating these conditions improves overall health and cognitive function.
Sleep apnea and sleep related breathing disorders in children
Sleep apnea in children can lead to serious health issues, including irreversible brain damage from oxygen desaturation during apneic events.