Orthodontics & Sleep Dentistry

Orthodontics plays a crucial role in addressing sleep apnea and other sleeping problems by targeting airway obstruction and promoting better breathing patterns. Specialized orthodontic appliances, such as mandibular advancement devices (MADs) or tongue-retaining devices, can reposition the jaw and tongue during sleep to prevent airway obstruction. In severe cases, orthognathic surgery may be recommended to improve airway alignment, with orthodontic treatment integral to pre- and post-surgical phases.