BREATHE BETTER, SLEEP BETTER, LIVE HEALTHIER
Airway dentistry
WHAT AIRWAY DENTISTRY IS & WHY IT'S IMPORTANT
The advantages of airway dentistry
Oral structures such as your jaw, tongue, teeth, and palate play a critical role in respiratory wellness. Our airway dentistry services are designed to address breathing-related issues, improving sleep quality and overall health. Airway dentistry focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions where oral and dental structures impact breathing efficiency. By optimizing these structures, we can:
Enhance Sleep Quality
– Improving airflow reduces sleep disturbances, leading to more restorative rest.
Boost Daytime Alertness
– Increased oxygen intake alleviates daytime fatigue and enhances cognitive function.
Reduce Health Risks
– Addressing airway obstructions can mitigate risks associated with sleep apnea, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative issues.
Understanding and treating these conditions is vital for maintaining both oral and systemic health.
SLEEP APNEA SOLUTIONS WITH TETRAHEALTH
Our expertise in airway dentistry
Tetrahealth offers a truly unique approach to airway health, led by a multi-specialty team that includes a board-certified airway prosthodontist and a craniofacial orthodontist. This collaborative expertise allows us to comprehensively assess, diagnose, and treat airway-related issues with precision and a deep understanding of how the jaws, teeth, and facial structures impact breathing and overall health. Our team works together to create individualized, biologic treatment plans that go beyond traditional dentistry, addressing the root causes of airway dysfunction while supporting optimal oral and systemic wellness. This level of integrated, specialty-driven care sets TetraHealth apart as a leader in airway-focused dentistry.
Advanced Diagnostics – Utilizing state-of-the-art imaging and sleep studies to accurately identify airway issues.
Personalized Treatment Plans – Developing customized strategies that may involve oral appliances, orthodontic interventions, or laser therapies to optimize airway function.
Holistic Care – Partnering our integrartive dental treatments with medical and wellness considerations to enhance patient well-being.
MARPE & DOME Specialists – Our doctors are experts in Mini-screw Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) and Distraction Osteogenesis Maxillary Expansion (DOME) for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and airway optimization.
Our commitment to cutting-edge techniques and patient-centered care ensures effective management of sleep-related breathing disorders.
WHAT TO EXPECT WITH AIRWAY DENTISTRY
Airway dentistry process
This structured approach ensures that each patient receives care tailored to their specific needs.
Thorough evaluation
STEP 1
Comprehensive Assessment: We evaluate oral structures, breathing patterns, and sleep quality using advanced imaging and diagnostic tools.
Treatment planning
STEP 2
Customized Strategies: Based on assessment results, we develop personalized plans to address identified airway issues.
Therapy application
STEP 3
Targeted Interventions: Treatment options may include oral appliances, airway expansion, orthodontic clear aligners, or laser therapies to improve airway function.
Monitoring & adjustment
STEP 4
Ongoing Support: We continuously monitor progress and share our findings with your medical health team to continuously optimize and ensure optimal outcomes.
10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN BIOLOGIC & HOLISTIC DENTISTRY
What makes us different
Foundational Health Approach – By combining 3D imaging and sleep study data, we can comprehensively assess and optimize airway health.
Certified Expertise – Bringing together a multi-speciality team with advanced certifications in Dental Sleep Medicine, we ensuring the highest level of care.
Innovative Treatments – Offering the latest non-surgical and minimally-invasive therapies to enhance airway volume and function.
Comprehensive Care – By partnering with medical sleep experts, we help to address both dental and systemic health issues to improve overall quality of life.
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BREATHING & SLEEP
Schedule your airway consultation today
Struggling with snoring, sleep apnea, or chronic fatigue? Your breathing and sleep quality may be directly linked to your oral health. At Tetrahealth™, we take a biologic, patient-centered approach to airway dentistry, addressing the root causes of breathing disorders to enhance your sleep, energy, and overall wellness.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CARE
Common questions
What is airway dentistry therapy?
Airway dentistry therapy focuses on enhancing breathing pathways through dental interventions. It addresses issues such as obstructive sleep apnea and snoring by optimizing airway space using various treatments.
How does airway dentistry therapy begin?
The process starts with a comprehensive evaluation of your oral and facial structures, breathing patterns, and sleep habits. This may include imaging studies, sleep assessments, and 3D intra-oral scans to identify factors contributing to airway obstruction.
What is MARPE?
MARPE (Mini-implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) is an advanced, non-surgical technique used to gently and effectively widen the upper jaw to improve airway function, bite alignment, and overall oral health. At Tetrahealth Dentistry, our board-certified airway specialists use cutting-edge imaging and custom treatment planning to ensure precise, comfortable, and predictable results. This innovative approach can enhance breathing, reduce sleep-disordered breathing symptoms, and support long-term wellness as part of our holistic care philosophy.
What types of interventions are included in airway dentistry therapy?
Interventions can range from oral appliances, like mandibular advancement devices that keep the airway open during sleep, to orthodontic treatments adjusting teeth and jaw positions. In some cases, laser therapies may be used to tighten soft palate tissues.
Can airway dentistry help with snoring?
Yes, airway dentistry therapy is effective in reducing snoring by addressing its root causes, such as narrow dental arches and collapsed soft tissues in the throat. Treatments may involve oral appliances and laser therapy to improve airway patency during sleep.
Is there a link between snoring and cardiovascular disease?
Schedule a consultation with our team to explore how your oral health may be influencing your overall well-being.
