18. Small Jaws & Big Problems: What Every Parent Needs to Know

  In this eye-opening episode of Dentistry Disrupted, Dr. Clayton sits down with Dr. Ben Miraglia, an expert in airway-focused dentistry and orthodontics, to discuss: ✅ Why so many kids today have underdeveloped jaws and crowded teeth✅ The link between mouth breathing and sleep-disordered breathing✅ How airway issues can affect behavior, growth, and overall health✅ Early intervention strategies to support proper jaw and airway development✅ Innovative pre-orthodontic devices in combination with a collaborative care model If you’re a parent, dentist, or healthcare provider, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Tune in now and discover how you can help your child breathe, sleep, and thrive. 00:00 Introduction to Airway Health and Early Treatment 01:32 The Journey into Orthodontics and Airway Medicine 06:26 Transformative Patient Experiences and Long-Term Success 08:51 The Connection Between Jaw Development and Health 14:54 Understanding Malocclusion and Underdeveloped Jaws 22:28 Causes of Underdeveloped Jaws in Modern Society 30:10 Transitioning from Breastfeeding to Solid Foods 33:42 The Impact of Industrialized Food on Child Development 33:54 Addressing Self-Soothing Habits in Children 35:42 Identifying Airway Issues in Children 41:10 Innovative Solutions for Healthy Jaw Development 48:17 The Importance of Nasal Breathing 🔍 Resources Mentioned In Today's Episode: Solid Starts Instagram Baby-Led Weaning Instagram Baby-Led Weaning Book If you are wondering if Toothpillow is right for your child, you can get a FREE video consult by a trained airway-dentist and $200 off the cost of Toothpillow treatment when you use my code, CLAYTON at checkout. Just visit toothpillow.com.

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Welcome to Dentistry Disrupted with Dr. Craig D. Clayton. I am a wellness and biomimetic dentist, passionate change maker, social media thought leader, and educator on disrupting the way we approach oral healthcare. Come along with me as we journey towards a healthier, and more empowered you. It wasn’t all that long ago that I worked in traditional dentistry and questioned my career choice, but then I found biomimetic dentistry, I found whole wellness, and I found my calling. Fast forward to now, I love what I do, I’ve grown a large social media following and built a successful dental practice on the foundation of disrupting traditional dentistry. This is more than just a podcast about teeth, this is a podcast about whole wellness and out-of-the-box root cause solutions. I’ll have guest experts come join us for great discussions and more disruption of the healthcare system. I am so excited to facilitate a place where we can learn together, definitely laugh together, and grow together. Whether you are a dentist, a person who struggles with cavities, or a person who has perfect oral health, there will be something for you here. So hit that subscribe button and join me on this journey to feel empowered, refreshed, and excited to become the healthiest version of yourself!