Airway-Centered Dentistry

An Overview of Treatment for

Chronic Face Pain/OSA Without
Ortho
 Introduction to Airway-Centered
Dentistry
• • Focuses on optimizing breathing and
preventing airway collapse.
• • Addresses orthopedic, facial pain, and
breathing issues.
• • Proposes a paradigm shift incorporating
myofunctional techniques.
 Importance of Nasal Breathing
• • Distinction between physiologic functional
breathing and OSA.
• • Emphasizes nasal breathing for overall
health.
 Treatment Objectives
• • Restore proper nasal breathing.
• • Manage inflammation and control
parafunctional activity.
• • Ensure nutritional support and apply
myofunctional therapy.
 Case Study
• • Illustrates practical application and positive
outcomes.
• • Demonstrates integration of disciplines for
comprehensive treatment.