Why is Airway Dentistry important?
As diets and eating practices have evolved throughout history, humans' jaws, teeth, and sinuses have undergone changes. The food we eat today is softer and does not stimulate the jaw muscles and bones sufficiently, causing narrow dental arches and smaller jaws, which can impact airway health.
As a result, an increasing number of dentists are specializing in airway dentistry.
The Benefits of Airway Dentistry
Airway dentistry leads to better oral and overall health as dentists find and correct the underlying causes of breathing issues. Receiving airway dental care can lead to:
Improved breathing. A dentist can decrease airway obstruction and help eliminate mouth breathing.
Better sleep quality. Problems with the airway can disrupt sleep, leading to daytime fatigue and concentration issues.
Enhanced speech. Airway dentistry can fix the tongue’s positioning, ultimately improving articulation and enunciation.
Better chewing and swallowing. Eating can become more comfortable, leading to better digestion with dental intervention.
Proper facial development. Fixing airway problems helps the teeth to align and the jaw function properly, even assisting the face in growing more symmetrically.
Problem prevention. Solving airway issues early can save time and money, eliminating the need for more expensive and extensive treatment later on.
Holistic treatment benefits. Airway dentists will evaluate the health of the mouth and upper respiratory tract, and can then suggest non-invasive treatment plans that benefit all areas of health.
Invest in Your Airway Health
Experience these benefits and more when you set up an airway health consultation at Cascade Dental Care today.