Sleep, Breathing & TMJ: If You’re Tired, Sore, and Snoring— It’s Not Just “Getting Older”
Breathing should be effortless. Sleep should be restorative. Your jaw shouldn’t ache. When one system fails, the others follow. We don’t just treat symptoms—we fix the foundation.
01. Sleep & Breathing
What happens when breathing isn’t working
Symptoms of airway dysfunction
Assessments & diagnostics
Treatment options
02. Orthodontics & Airway Development
How jaw alignment affects breathing
Signs of orthodontic-related airway issues
Imaging & assessment
Airway-focused orthodontic treatments
03. TMJ Dysfunction & Jaw Health
How TMJ, sleep, and breathing connect
Symptoms of TMJ dysfunction
Advanced diagnostics
TMJ-focused treatments
Assessment & Symptoms
Breathing is automatic, but that doesn’t mean it’s always working right. A restricted airway can disrupt sleep, lower oxygen levels, and trigger grinding, fatigue, and inflammation throughout the body. If you snore, wake up exhausted, or grind your teeth, your body is likely compensating for poor airflow.
Snoring, gasping, or choking while sleeping
Chronic fatigue, brain fog, or difficulty focusing
Waking up with headaches or a dry mouth
Restless sleep or frequent wake-ups
Clenching, grinding, or jaw pain
How We Diagnose
Airway Issues
We use at-home sleep studies to monitor breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and sleep disturbances. This non-invasive test provides real data on how well your body is getting oxygen at night.
A comprehensive airway evaluation includes CBCT imaging, bite analysis, and a head & neck exam to look for airway blockages, tongue posture issues, and muscle dysfunction that could be affecting your ability to breathe properly.
•Sleep & Airway Treatments
Airway-Focused
Orthodontics
Traditional orthodontics focuses on straightening teeth. We take it a step further, using expansion appliances, guided growth techniques, and functional orthodontics to improve airway space and breathing efficiency in both children and adults.
Guided Growth Appliances for Children
Because struggling to breathe at night isn’t just annoying—it’s a health crisis. We specialize in airway treatments that go beyond CPAP machines. Our approach includes myofunctional therapy, VIVOS appliances, and custom airway treatments designed to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and reclaim your energy.
Myofunctional Therapy for Orthodontic Support
Because a healthy, confident smile is part of a healthy, confident you. From preventative care to cosmetic transformations, we provide high-quality dentistry with a focus on long-term health and aesthetics. Whether you need veneers, crowns, or restorative work, we use cutting-edge materials and techniques for results that look and feel amazing.
Orthodontics &
Airway Development
Growth, Alignment & Better Breathing for Life
Assessment & Symptoms
The size and shape of your jaw determine how much space your airway has. If the upper jaw is too narrow or misaligned, it can restrict breathing, increase the risk of sleep apnea, and contribute to poor posture and chronic fatigue.
Crowded teeth or narrow jaw structure
Mouth breathing, especially in children
Snoring or restless sleep
Speech issues, lisping, or tongue thrusting
Frequent cavities due to dry mouth and improper saliva production
Using CBCT scans, we get a detailed 3D view of airway space, jaw alignment, and bite function. These scans allow us to diagnose whether an underdeveloped airway is causing breathing issues and guide treatment planning for expansion, alignment, and function.
Our Orthodontic Treatments for Airway Health
Airway-Focused
Orthodontics
For both children and adults, airway-centered orthodontics can reshape the jaw, expand the airway, and improve long-term breathing function. We use VIVOS expansion appliances and mandibular advancement devices to create space and prevent airway collapse.
Laser Therapy for Snoring & Sleep Apnea
Because struggling to breathe at night isn’t just annoying—it’s a health crisis. We specialize in airway treatments that go beyond CPAP machines. Our approach includes myofunctional therapy, VIVOS appliances, and custom airway treatments designed to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and reclaim your energy.
Myofunctional Therapy
Because a healthy, confident smile is part of a healthy, confident you. From preventative care to cosmetic transformations, we provide high-quality dentistry with a focus on long-term health and aesthetics. Whether you need veneers, crowns, or restorative work, we use cutting-edge materials and techniques for results that look and feel amazing.
Nasal Breathing Techniques
Because a healthy, confident smile is part of a healthy, confident you. From preventative care to cosmetic transformations, we provide high-quality dentistry with a focus on long-term health and aesthetics. Whether you need veneers, crowns, or restorative work, we use cutting-edge materials and techniques for results that look and feel amazing.
When Your Jaw is Off, Your Whole Body Feels It
Assessment & Symptoms
Your jaw, airway, and sleep are all connected. TMJ issues can cause chronic pain, airway restriction, and breathing dysfunction—and often, these issues go undiagnosed for years.
Jaw pain, clicking, or locking
Headaches, earaches, or neck tension
Teeth grinding and worn enamel
Facial asymmetry or uneven bite pressure
Difficulty chewing or discomfort while eating
How We Diagnose TMJ Dysfunction
Using CBCT imaging, we evaluate jaw joint structure, airway function, and muscle tension to determine if TMJ issues are affecting breathing and overall health. A head & neck exam helps us assess posture, muscle imbalances, and jaw alignment to create a treatment plan that restores function.
Sleep & Airway Treatments
TMJ Therapy & Airway Splints
Many TMJ issues are linked to poor tongue posture, muscle weakness, and mouth breathing. Targeted muscle training can relieve tension, correct swallowing patterns, and restore natural function to the jaw and airway.
Myofunctional Therapy for TMJ Dysfunction
Because struggling to breathe at night isn’t just annoying—it’s a health crisis. We specialize in airway treatments that go beyond CPAP machines. Our approach includes myofunctional therapy, VIVOS appliances, and custom airway treatments designed to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and reclaim your energy.
Airway-Focused Orthodontics for TMJ Relief
Because a healthy, confident smile is part of a healthy, confident you. From preventative care to cosmetic transformations, we provide high-quality dentistry with a focus on long-term health and aesthetics. Whether you need veneers, crowns, or restorative work, we use cutting-edge materials and techniques for results that look and feel amazing.
Nasal Breathing Techniques
Because a healthy, confident smile is part of a healthy, confident you. From preventative care to cosmetic transformations, we provide high-quality dentistry with a focus on long-term health and aesthetics. Whether you need veneers, crowns, or restorative work, we use cutting-edge materials and techniques for results that look and feel amazing.
If your health, energy, and sleep aren’t where they should be, your mouth might be the missing piece. Let’s figure it out together.
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