Public posts
This part of my blog shares information about orthodontic treatment for patients and their parents. Each post is based on an original blog post, but we have tried to make this clear for people who are not orthodontists. We hope that you find it useful.
Information about breathing and orthodontic treatment.
These posts are about the controversial area of the role of orthodontics in treating breathing problems in children.
Information from the American Association of Orthodontists
Can Orthodontic Expansion Really Help Teenagers with Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep matters. It helps us learn, grow, and feel ready for the day. But some teenagers have obstructive sleep apnoea, a condition where breathing becomes partly blocked during sleep. This may lead to snoring, broken sleep, and drops in blood oxygen.
A new study looked at whether orthodontic expansion could help. Read more…
When Snoring Is More Than Snoring: Sleep Breathing Problems in Children
A child who snores may seem harmless. But for some children, noisy sleep can be a sign that breathing is being interrupted during the night.
This post is about the cause and treatment of sleep problems in children. Read more..