This sleep apnea case study was managed through CPAP and a combination of orthodontics, lifestyle changes, myofunctional therapy and lingual frenotomy.
In this TMJ disorder case study, we look at a patient with deviated lower jaw, with a crossbite at the canine region on the left side...
When 11-year-old Mathilda (not her real name) first came to me, she suffered from a burning palm sensation. She was also troubled by frequent headaches and stomach aches. I noticed…
The position of teeth depends on the function of the lips, tongue and cheek. The way the baby teeth erupt does not determine their final position.
You may find it hard to believe that breathing issues are one of the factors that affect body weight, albeit indirectly.
Tooth decay happens when plaque settles on teeth when we consume sugary, starchy food. Tooth decay can appear in both children and adults.
Periodontal disease is an inflammatory disease that can lead to the destruction of surrounding tissues and bone that support the teeth
This eye-opening and detailed explanation about the tongue and its connection to sleep, oral health and posture will convince you that the tongue isn’t just a sensory muscular organ!
This informative article explains how oral health is linked with the body and how it impacts the overall health, including the heart and brain.
Mouth breathing reduces the oxygen supply that your body receives. It is associated with low tongue posture, which in turn, is causing airway obstruction.