How Airway Orthodontics Can Improve Breathing
At Bunker Family Orthodontics, we focus on more than just straight teeth—airway orthodontics helps improve breathing by addressing jaw development and alignment. But how do braces, expanders, and surgery help? Let’s explore!
The Link Between Airway and Orthodontics
A narrow jaw or misaligned teeth can contribute to airway obstruction, causing mouth breathing, snoring, and sleep apnea. Expanding and aligning the jaws creates more airway space, improving airflow and overall health.
How Orthodontics Helps
1. Expanders: Widening the Jaw
Creates nasal space for easier breathing.
Reduces congestion and improves airflow.
Prevents sleep issues like snoring.
2. Braces & Aligners: Correcting Alignment
Reduces airway constriction for better breathing.
Encourages nasal breathing over mouth breathing.
Improves tongue posture to keep the airway open.
3. Surgery for Severe Cases
Jaw advancement creates more airway space.
Tonsil removal helps clear obstructions.
Chin surgery improves tongue positioning.
Who Benefits?
Kids: Early treatment prevents future problems.
Teens: Correcting alignment improves sleep.
Adults: Combined treatments enhance breathing.
