Your Child’s Symptoms Might Not Be What You Think They Are
Have you noticed that your child is continually suffering from any of these common childhood illnesses?
- Ear infections
- Allergies
- Sinus problems
- Asthma attacks
- Acid Reflux
- Damaged teeth
- Abnormal plaque buildup
Are you treating each symptom individually? Has it occurred to you that they may all be connected? It’s entirely possible, and the cause might surprise you. Continue reading to learn more.
It May All Be Related
Ear infection? There are drops for that. Allergies? You can buy kid-friendly, flavored antihistamines over the counter. Each of the symptoms mentioned above can be treated easily and quickly, but what if it isn’t what we think it is? All of those symptoms are common in childhood, and many parents treat them separately without considering that there could be a single underlying cause.
What If Breathing Is The Problem?
These seemingly unrelated symptoms in children can be a sign of an underdeveloped airway. The airway includes the mouth, nose, throat, windpipe, and voice box. Facial and airway development are crucial to your child’s growth and overall health. A poorly developed airway may cause your child to breathe through their mouth instead of their nose, which, in turn, can lead to a number of serious health issues, including:
- Bad breath
- Gum disease
- Ear/nose/throat infections
- Allergies
- Improper facial development
- Sleep apnea
- Asthma
- Heart problems
Airway-Focused Orthodontics
What is Airway-Focused Orthodontics? It is a treatment plan that looks at a child’s general health and airway, not just their teeth. Using this approach, we treat the underlying causes of breathing problems and foster proper, natural facial development. Another benefit is that these treatments will create space for teeth to grow in straight, often preventing the need for braces later on.
Benefits of Airway-Focused Orthodontics
- Proper jaw and facial development
- Encourages nose breathing
- Creates room for teeth to grow in
- Fosters a proper bite
- Improves overall health, including ear/nose/throat issues.
If any or all of these symptoms have been an issue for your child or any of these symptoms are starting to appear, you may want to look into the possibility that airway development is the cause.
If you want your child to breathe easier day and night, experience fewer illnesses, and have better oral health as they grow and develop, call us to schedule an appointment at our office located in Monroe, WI. We can evaluate your child’s airway development. Their health depends on it!
