07/31/2026
šØAirway dentistry is one of the fastest-growing topics in pediatric dentistryābut itās also one of the most misunderstood.
ā¼ļøOne of the biggest misconceptions is that thereās one treatment that works for every child. The reality is that there isnāt.
šš½Every child deserves a thorough evaluation. We look at jaw growth, facial development, tongue function, breathing patterns, sleep symptoms, bite, and medical history to understand the whole pictureānot just one finding.
š«When appropriate, we also recommend evaluations with specialists such as an ENT, along with collaboration with pediatricians, myofunctional therapists, orthodontists, sleep physicians, allergists, speech, occupational, physical therapists, body workers and other healthcare professionals. āØThe best treatment plans are often built by a team.
šAs much as weād like every child to improve with conservative treatment alone, thatās not always the answer. Sometimes myofunctional therapy, nasal hygiene, allergy management, or growth guidance may help. Other times, enlarged adenoids or tonsils may be a significant contributor, and evidence supports adenotonsillectomy as an important first-line treatment for many children with obstructive sleep-disordered breathing.
šš½Our goal isnāt to recommend the same treatment for every childāitās to help families understand why a treatment is recommended and make informed decisions based on each childās unique needs.
āØ Every child deserves to breathe well, sleep well, and grow well.
š What questions do you have about airway dentistry? Iād love to answer them in a future video.
