Holistic Airway Obstruction Treatment by Foundations Orthodontics Helps Children Breathe Easier

DENVER - Oct. 10, 2022 - PRLog -- Denver, CO: Children with sleep-disordered breathing or obstructive sleep apnea don't have to suffer. Orthodontic treatment can help. At Foundations Orthodontics, Dr. Renee Moran offers airway obstruction treatment, helping children breathe easier and find better quality of life.

Dr. Moran takes a holistic approach to orthodontics, so not only is she concerned about straightening teeth but also looks at the entire dental and facial system — and its impact on overall health. Harmony with the teeth, bite, jaw joints, tongue position and facial structure encourages an open airway, which can alleviate nasal breathing problems.

The ability to breathe through the nose is important for good health at any age but especially for children who are still developing. In children, chronic issues with breathing like obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing often cause restless sleep and poor sleep quality, which, in turn, can contribute to poor school performance and even ADHD. Mouth breathing can affect a child's dental and facial development resulting in problems like a deep overbite, improper head posture, or TMJ pain.

Holistic Airway Obstruction Treatment

Holistic airway obstruction treatment at Foundations Orthodontics involves what's known as maxillary expansion — widening, or expanding, the upper jaw and palate. A wider palate makes more room for the floor of the nose and helps open the airway. It creates space for the tongue and encourages a more forward position, away from the airway. Maxillary expansion also provides space in the dental arch for permanent teeth to erupt in proper alignment.

The type of appliance and specific techniques used in airway obstruction treatment varies from patient to patient. A traditional palatal expander is often used for children, whose upper jaw bones are still in two separate halves and can be gradually widened with little discomfort. For teens, Dr. Moran might opt for a mini implant-supported expander, while a multi-step approach involving surgery, an expander, then braces or Invisalign® is often recommended for adults.

For all patients, the goal with airway obstruction treatment is always better breathing and improved overall health.

About Foundations Orthodontics

Foundations Orthodontics (https://www.foundations-orthodontics.com/) is known for its holistic approach. Not only does board-certified orthodontist Dr. Renee Moran (https://www.foundations-orthodontics.com/meet-dr-moran) give her patients stunning new smiles, but she also endeavors to help address any health issues that can be alleviated with optimal jaw and facial alignment. As a bite correction expert who was voted a Top Dentist in Denver, patients can trust Foundations Orthodontics to receive the foundation for a strong and beautiful, life-changing smile.

Patients of all ages are welcome at their three, modern locations in Denver, Granby, and Winter Park. Personalized care matched with high-tech innovation and in-depth diagnostics ensures patients receive exceptional service.