Sleep, Airway, and Dentistry: How Holistic Care Improves Rest and Energy

Poor Sleep = Poor Health

Sleep is essential for health, yet millions of children and adults suffer from sleep-disordered breathing without realizing their dentist can help. Holistic dentistry connects airway health to sleep, energy, and overall wellness.

Airway Connection to Sleep

• Narrow jaws & high palates: reduce nasal airway space.

• Tongue position: a low tongue can block airflow.

• Mouth breathing: dries tissues, increases snoring and apnea.

  
  

Signs of Sleep-Disordered Breathing

• Loud snoring

• Teeth grinding

• Daytime fatigue

• Headaches and poor concentration

• Dark circles under eyes

  
  

How Dentistry Helps

• Airway Expansion: Orthodontic appliances widen arches, increasing airflow.

• Oral Appliances: Devices reposition the jaw or tongue to open the airway.

• Myofunctional Therapy: Improves tongue posture and nasal breathing.

• Holistic Screenings: Early detection in kids to prevent lifelong issues.

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Dentistry = Sleep Medicine Ally

Holistic dentists don’t just fix teeth—they support better sleep and overall vitality. At Amore Dentistry, our goal is not just smiles, but thriving, rested patients.

References

1. Guilleminault C, et al. “Sleep-disordered breathing in children: A cause for behavioral and learning problems.” Pediatrics. 2004.

2. Villa MP, et al. “Orthodontic treatment of sleep-disordered breathing in children.” Eur J Paediatr Dent. 2016.

3. Huynh NT, et al. “Orthodontics and pediatric obstructive sleep apnea: evidence and limitations.” Front Oral Health. 2024.