Airway Foundations – Mankato, MN
Sleep & Breathe Better
When you think of dentistry, airway health might not be the first thing that comes to mind. The truth is, though, that our dental team is qualified to treat a number of issues related to your airway; our goal is to help you to sleep and breathe better! Continue reading below to learn more about our airway foundations services, or get in touch with our Mankato team to request a consultation. We look forward to serving you!
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep apnea is a disorder that occurs when tissues in the throat block the airway, causing pauses in breathing. It can significantly affect the quality of your sleep and your overall health. Our team provides custom oral appliances. These devices slightly reposition your lower jaw and keep your airway open throughout the night. This treatment option is more convenient and comfortable than CPAP therapy, which is the most commonly prescribed way to address sleep apnea.
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TMJ/TMD Treatment
Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) controls movements of your lower jaw. If it becomes inflamed or damaged, it can cause symptoms of TMJ disorder (TMD), such as jaw pain, headaches, and more. At Hyland Dental, our team uses advanced technology to diagnose TMD. We also offer conservative treatment in the form of custom occlusal splints, which are designed to help your jaw and the surrounding facial muscles relax. This can significantly reduce or even eliminate symptoms
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Myofunctional Treatment
Do you often breathe through your mouth or have difficulty swallowing? Did your child suck their thumb for a prolonged period of time, or were they treated for a lip or tongue tie? These issues are often related to an orofacial myofunctional disorder (OMD). To help patients overcome such problems, we offer myofunctional therapy, which is also known as myofunctional treatment. It is a form of physical therapy that focuses on helping patients learn how to use their oral structures in the most effective way.
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Lip and Tongue Tie Treatment
If your child has an unusually thick or short band of tissue that is restricting the movement of their lip or tongue, it can lead to serious consequences. Left untreated, a lip or tongue tie can cause issues like breastfeeding difficulties, colic, slow weight gain, delays in speech development, dental problems, and more. Our team can help to prevent such difficulties by releasing lip and tongue ties. We do so via minimally invasive surgery known as a frenectomy. We use a soft tissue laser during this procedure to make it as comfortable and efficient as possible.