Airway is Life

In this episode, Dr.  Dassani, a bestselling author and Airway practitioner, discusses the crucial connection between airway and health. She shares her personal journey into the field of airway dentistry and the motivation behind her work. She explains the symptoms and diagnosis of sleep-disordered breathing in both adults and children, highlighting the importance of early intervention. She emphasizes the role of dentists in airway treatment and the need for collaboration with other healthcare providers. Another podcast for you to check out: Podcast - Meghna Dassani
Airway is Life: Waking up to Your Family’s Sleep Crisis: Dassani, Dr. Meghna: 9781736658918: Amazon.com: Books

Takeaways

• Sleep-disordered breathing can have a significant impact on health and quality of life.
• Symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing in adults include snoring, daytime tiredness, and frequent waking during the night.
• Symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing in children can vary and may include snoring, mouth breathing, bedwetting, and difficulty concentrating.
• Early screening and intervention for sleep-disordered breathing in children is crucial for their overall health and development.
• Dentists play a key role in identifying and treating airway issues, and collaboration with other healthcare providers is essential.
• Parents and caregivers should advocate for their child's sleep health and seek multiple opinions if necessary.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:05
Journey into Airway Dentistry

10:19
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Adults

11:12
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children

16:57
Screening and Early Intervention for Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children

19:17
Age and Development of Sleep-Disordered Breathing

21:28
Collaboration and Referral Network for Airway Treatment

24:20
The Role of Dentists in Airway Treatment

26:39
Resources for Further Information

28:22
Advice for Parents and Caregivers

WEBSITE: Children with Sleep Apnea - A Parents Resource by Meghna Dassani
Healthy Sleep Revolution Podcast: Podcast - Meghna Dassani
BOOKS:Book - Meghna Dassani