Does your teenager snore, breathe through their mouth, or grind their teeth? This can cause low-quality sleep, making it challenging to concentrate and feel comfortable during school, sports, and other activities. These issues could be signs of blocked airways or breathing problems that can be resolved with dental treatments. At Floss & Co., we provide airway expansion-focused solutions for teenagers to breathe better through their nose, reduce snoring, and improve oral and overall health.
Floss & Co. is dedicated to providing thoughtful, personalized care beyond traditional dental treatments. With airway expansion for teens, our approach is grounded in advanced technology, compassionate care, and a commitment to holistic health. We take pride in creating a welcoming environment where you can explore options confidently, knowing you have support from a team that listens and tailors treatments to your teen’s unique needs.
Why Teens Should Undergo Airway Expansion
Breathing is something people do without a second thought, but when the airways are blocked during sleep, daily functions, like focusing and sleeping, can become more difficult. If this is the case for your teen, our trusted professionals at Floss & Co. are here to help provide airway expansion-focused treatment. Our personalized, highly-effective solutions can be a game-changer for your teen in the following ways:
Improved Breathing
Expanding the palate and aligning your teen’s bite with orthodontic treatment, such as braces, clear aligners, or a palate expander, creates better nasal airflow and makes it easier to breathe through the nose. Breathing through the nose is better for your teen’s oral health because it prevents the teeth and gums from drying out, which can lead to tooth decay and gum disease.
Reduced Snoring
Expanding the airway and increasing air volume can reduce symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea in teens, which affects 1 to 6% of all children and adolescents. Whether your teenager has misaligned teeth, bite problems, a small palate, or tongue posture issues, we can help correct them to prevent airway blockage and reduce snoring, leading to better sleep.
Better Oral Function
Many dental issues causing airway obstruction can be resolved with orthodontics. These treatments can help align the jaw and straighten the teeth. In addition to expanding your teen’s airway, they can chew, swallow, and speak much easier with proper alignment.
Overall Health Benefits
If left untreated, obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risk of cardiovascular issues and affect your teen’s growth and development. Therefore, early intervention with airway expansion contributes to better long-term health and minimizes the risk of future complications.
4 Treatments for Teens that Improve Airway Expansion
At Floss & Co., we pride ourselves on providing the highest-quality services to patients of all ages, including teenagers. Our dedicated team works closely with you to discover the root cause of your teen’s airway blockage and the right treatment based on their unique needs and preferences, which may include one or more of the following:
- Braces or aligners: Traditional braces and clear aligners help shift misaligned teeth into their proper place over time. These treatments can help resolve bite and jaw misalignments, which help expand the airway.
- Palate expander: A narrow jaw can make it challenging to breathe properly. A palate expander helps widen the upper jaw, creating more space for the teeth and making breathing easier.
- Laser dentistry: Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles that support your tongue and soft palate relax, preventing airflow through your windpipe. We can precisely target and tighten the tissue with high-tech lasers to open the airway and reduce snoring.
- Myofunctional therapy: Myofunctional therapy exercises help strengthen the tongue, lip, and throat muscles to ensure proper tongue placement, swallowing, and nasal breathing instead of mouth breathing.
With a compassionate team that always puts your teen’s health, comfort, and safety first, you can rely on us to find a treatment that helps expand their airway, improve breathing, and enhance their quality of life. Dr. Martha Silva trained under some of the most world-renowned airway expansion experts, so you can have peace of mind that your teen is in the right hands.
Learn More About Airway Expansion for Your Teen with the Caring Team at Floss & Co.
At Floss & Co., we prioritize your teen’s health and well-being with solutions designed to expand their airway. From palate expanders to myofunctional therapy, our treatments aim to enhance breathing, reduce snoring, and improve overall quality of life. With advanced technology and a gentle approach, we offer personalized care that ensures your teen feels supported throughout their journey toward better health.
If you’re ready to explore the benefits of airway expansion for your teen, we’re here to help. Contact us at (773) 586-5522 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation today. Let’s work together to improve your teen’s health and confidence!