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Behavior Strategies at Mealtimes: Reducing Anxiety & Improving Participation
Q: Why do some children get anxious at mealtimes? A: Mealtime anxiety often develops when eating feels uncomfortable, overwhelming, or stressful.
What Happens After Tongue Tie Release? Therapy & Recovery Expectations
Q: What is a tongue tie release? A: A tongue tie release (also called frenectomy or frenuloplasty) is a minor procedure
Sleep Apnea in Adults: Non-Surgical & Therapy-Based Interventions
Q: What is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? A: OSA occurs when the airway collapses or is blocked during sleep, causing pauses
Oral Resting Posture: Assessment & Simple Exercises to Improve It
Q: What is oral resting posture? A: Oral resting posture is how your mouth sits when you’re not eating or talking.
TMJ Dysfunction: What It Is & How It Relates to Airway and Orofacial Muscle Health
Q: What is TMJ dysfunction? A: TMJ dysfunction (TMD) refers to problems in the temporomandibular joint, which connects the jawbone to
Orthodontics, Airway & Facial Growth: What Providers Should Know
Q: How are orthodontics, airway, and facial growth connected? A: Airway development and facial growth are closely linked. The tongue and
How Allergies, Congestion & Sinus Issues Affect Breathing and Sleep Quality
Q: How do allergies and congestion affect breathing? A: Allergies and sinus congestion block the nasal passages, making it harder to
Early Signs of Sleep Apnea in Children & Adults
Q: What is sleep apnea? A: Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing repeatedly stops or becomes shallow during sleep. The
Mouth Breathing vs. Nasal Breathing: Health Consequences & How to Correct It
Q: What’s the difference between mouth breathing and nasal breathing? A: Q: Why is nasal breathing healthier? A: Nasal breathing: Q:
How Reflux Impacts Swallowing and Airway Health
Q: What is reflux? A: Reflux happens when stomach contents flow back into the esophagus and sometimes the throat. In infants,