Breathe Better, Sleep Better: Airway Dentistry

Your dental health and your ability to breathe are deeply connected. At Smiles of Distinction Dentistry, we offer Airway Dentistry—a specialized approach that focuses on the structure of the mouth and throat to ensure an open, unobstructed airway.

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Is an Airway Issue Affecting Your Life?

Many patients don’t realize that chronic health issues often stem from “Sleep Disordered Breathing.” If you or a family member experience any of the following, our airway services can help:

  • Chronic Snoring: A common sign of an obstructed airway.
  • Sleep Apnea: Pauses in breathing during sleep that can lead to heart health risks.
  • Mouth Breathing: Can lead to poor jaw development in children and dry mouth in adults.
  • Daytime Fatigue: Waking up feeling tired despite a “full night’s” sleep.

Our Comprehensive Evaluation

Using our Cone Beam CT (CBCT) Scanner, we can view a 3D rendering of your airway. This allows us to see exactly where a blockage might be occurring—something a traditional 2D X-ray simply cannot do.

Non-Invasive Solutions

Treatment doesn’t always mean a CPAP machine. We offer:

  • Oral Appliance Therapy: Custom-fit devices worn at night to keep the jaw in a position that holds the airway open.
  • Growth Guidance: Orthodontic techniques that help expand the palate to create more room for breathing.