Drs. Ochoa and Lim discuss the importance of early orthodontics and myofunctional therapy in optimizing health and wellness, particularly in children with obstructive sleep apnea and upper airway resistance issues.
They emphasize the need to address underlying airway issues to improve overall child development and reduce the need for multiple interventions. The conversation highlights the role of dentists in collaborating with other healthcare providers to identify and treat airway and sleep issues in both children and adults. The speakers stress the significance of early intervention and the impact it can have on changing the trajectory of a child's health.
The discussion also touches on the need to raise awareness among healthcare providers about the importance of addressing airway issues and integrating them into dental and medical practices. The speakers express admiration for each other's work and commitment to improving patient outcomes through comprehensive care.


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CHAPTERS:

00:03 - Early airway health innovations
12:47 - Newborn to orthodontic care
18:06 - Dentistry's role in wellness
26:51 - Addressing child development challenges
35:18 - Dentists' impact on children's health
40:31 - Connecting for pediatric wellness



LEARNINGS:

What is the focus of the ASAP Pathway Podcast?
The podcast focuses on sleep and airway health for kids, providing information and insights on screening techniques and collaboration with medical colleagues.

Who is Dr. Shereen Lim and what is her expertise?
Dr. Shereen Lim is a dentist based in Perth, Western Australia, with a special interest in children's airway health. She is actively involved in the management of snoring and sleep apnea and focuses on tongue tie management, early orthodontics, and myofunctional therapy.

What inspired Dr. Lim to start her journey in airway health?
Dr. Lim's husband's snoring inspired her to research dental appliances for reducing snoring and sleep apnea. This led her to enroll in a post-graduate diploma and become one of Australia's first dentists to qualify in this area.

What is the importance of early intervention in airway health?
Early intervention is crucial in addressing airway health issues in children. By identifying and addressing problems early on, such as mouth breathing and tongue ties, it is possible to optimize craniofacial development and prevent long-term health issues.

This is the ASAP Pathway Podcast, Airway, Sleep, and Pediatric Pathway, where sleep and airway health take center stage, one breath at a time. VISIT: ASAP Pathway

Please subscribe, share, and tune in to future episodes of how we can help children live their best lives, one breath, and restful night's sleep at a time. Don't miss this exciting launch into a world of knowledge and transformation.

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