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The Tongue Tie. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
The tongue plays an important role in proper swallowing, nasal breathing, jaw development, TMJ stability and sleep quality. When it is restricted, tied or tethered the body will compensate and different symptoms will cascade. Some areas of symptoms are as follows: Feeding and Speech Sleep and Breathing Face and Jaw Development Behaviour and learning Feeding…
Read MoreCraniofacial Growth Guidance. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
Craniofacial Growth Guidance is proactive and therapeutic approach in dentistry and orthodontics which monitors and steers the development of a child’s jaw, face and airway into proper alignment during the peak growth years. The treatment intervenes early to address narrow palates, primary crowding, crossbites, receding jaws, breathing issues and signs and symptoms of sleep disordered…
Read MoreAmerican Association of Pediatric Dentists RECOGNIZES Airway Health as ESSENTIAL. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
In most children who are otherwise healthy, narrowing of the upper airway is due primarily to enlarged tonsils and adenoids. However, children must be screened for signs and symptoms of sleep disordered breathing as inadequate airway size, inadequate neuromuscular tone of the airway muscles or both may contribute to unideal airway health. The FAIREST 6…
Read MoreThe Habit Corrector (HC). By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
The Healthy Start Habit Corrector is a soft, removable, silicone appliance worn by children at night to eliminate harmful oral habits like mouth breathing, thumb sucking, tongue thrusting and incorrect swallowing. The key functions of the this functional device are: eliminates harmful habits encourages proper breathing works towards correcting jaw/dental development while guiding jaw growth…
Read MoreEverything Beautiful is Healthy. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
As humans, we are attracted to beauty. Interestingly, all things beautiful are healthy; consider one’s height, their physique, skin, hair, nails and especially important is their smile. A beautiful smile is a healthy smile that functions well over time and promotes overall health and wellness. This is a bold statement. One of the fundamental characteristics…
Read MoreConsequences of Pacifier Use. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
As a new parent, we are often in a daze. Suddenly, parents are faced with a tremendous responsibility and it can often be overwhelming. One decision to be made is if a pacifier is needed or is helpful. There are many perspectives to this decision and one must do what is best for their new…
Read MoreTongue Ties – to release or not? By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
There are four functions of the tongue: Suck/Swallow (mastication) Speech (phonetic articulation) Structure (growth and development) Sleep (breathing and proper oral posture Correct Oral Rest Posture has 3 criteria: Tongue is Up (against the palate, the roof of the mouth) Lips are together and Sealed Nasal Breathing (air in and out via the nose)…
Read MoreAI (Artificial Intelligence) and Dentistry. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
The RCDSO (Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario) is our dental regulatory body that acts in the public interest by putting patients first. As a member in good standing, one must complete a certain amount of continuing education. In the recent past, the RCDSO has mandated some of this continuing education must be in…
Read MoreAirway Dentistry …. Did you know? By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
Airway Dentistry …. Did you know? Dentists are able and should screen for With respect to Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB), dentists are able and should screen for symptoms, they are are not medical doctors and cannot diagnose. Three main components of SDB screening are history taking, questionnaires and the clinical exam. Mouth breathing, grinding, snoring,…
Read MoreTim Ferris, James Nestor, ADHD and Breathing. By: Dr. Nishita Ondhia
Tim Ferris is an American entrepreneur, investor, author and lifestyle guru. He is known for his 4-Hour self-help book series — including The 4-Hour Work Week, The 4-Hour Body, and The 4-Hour Chef that focus on lifestyle optimizations. The Tim Ferris show, podcast #829 with Guest James Nestor, author of best-selling book “Breath” supports the idea that ADHD is a breathing problem…
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