"one survey revealed that “58% of #dentists could not identify common signs and symptoms of [ #ObstructiveSleepApnea ], and 55% of dentists did not know the mechanism for #mandibular advancement devices” (Bian, 2004).": buff.ly/RqwYSDK

#OralAppliance #SleepApnoea

“Either a #SleepDisorder or an #OrofacialPain condition can be a contributing factor for the other.. can be further complicated on an #emotional & mental level, as #ChronicPain, #sleep problems & #depression may “share some neurobiological matrix””: buff.ly/nsrh1zr

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"There are..over 100 different types of #OralAppliances & not all #patients are suitable candidates for #OralAppliance therapy..requires not only knowledge, but also technical skill & the ability to weigh the risks & benefits": buff.ly/OWy8I1X #mouthguard #SleepMedicine

“Either a #SleepDisorder or an #OrofacialPain condition can be a contributing factor for the other.. can be further complicated on an #emotional & mental level, as #ChronicPain, #sleep problems & #depression may “share some neurobiological matrix.””: buff.ly/7vZfxdx

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" #DentalPain is perhaps the most common #OrofacialPain complaint, yet quite often the problem does not lie with the #teeth itself..we had 1 patient who complained of a terrible #toothache, but who actually had an atypical form of #migraine.": buff.ly/zaCDEAS

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"Many people with obstructive #SleepApnea are not even aware that they have a [sleep related #BreathingDisorder]..more than 80% of patients going #undiagnosed ..Many #patients often learn about their #SleepDisorder from sleep partners who are disturbed.": buff.ly/7vZfxdx

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" #Bruxism ..is also commonly found in [temporomandibular joint disorder] & obstructive #SleepApnea patients, which can indirectly lead to #cardiovascular diseases & #strokes, possibly due to “successive micro-arousals” & “#sleep disturbances”": buff.ly/hYGhyPB

#TMJ
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ask yourself: does your child snore, mouth breathe, or have behavior that concerns you? Get them to a myofunctional therapist for a consultation, followed by an assessment with an AADSM-trained dentist: both AADSM.org and @functionaldentistdirectory have free lookup tools that are worldwide.

The good news? There are simple fixes. Ditch the pouch and let your child chew real food - like biting Limit pacifier use after six months or earlier if you can. Help them learn to nasal breathe. Take your child to a myofunctional therapist for an assessment and see an AADSM-trained dentist.

Dentists see your airway every six months—if they aren’t screening for sleep apnea, then you’re receiving substandard care.

Where to find a new one: AADSM.org and @functionaldentistdirectory have free worldwide directories.

I found the AADSM (American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine), and I realized how many kids are being misdiagnosed… or, worse, medicated for symptoms that could be rooted in something as simple—and profound—as not getting breathing properly while they sleep.

🌎 aadsm.org → American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine directory
🌎 @functionaldentistdirectory → Functional dentists worldwide

Parents, early screening can change the entire trajectory of a child’s health. 💙

What are your questions for me?
-Dr. B

And your pediatrician and certainly not your kid’s school isn’t going to be the one to catch it - but your DENTIST MIGHT!

Find a provider who actually knows how to screen for and treat airway issues:

Most people never connect these dots. But your mouth will show you the way—if someone’s trained to look.

What are your questions? I’m an AADSM sleep medicine trained dentist, drop your Qs for me in the comments 👇

Great places to look for a dentist who can help:
AADSM.org directory for patients (worldwide)
@functionaldentistdirectory (also worldwide)

Have you or someone in your family struggled with the mouth breathing habit?

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Updated Guidelines for Teledentistry in Sleep Apnea Care Enhance Patient Convenience and Safety#USA#Sleep_Apnea#Lisle,_Illinois#Teledentistry#AADSM