Healthy Airway for a Healthy Start
The HealthyStart® System is a non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical, pain-free approach to opening the airway and straightening teeth WITHOUT braces. HealthyStart® is rooted in 54 years of research and experience and has treated over 4 million children around the world. Our system straightens teeth without the price-tag of braces and does more than traditional orthodontic aligners. The HealthyStart® System consists of a series of appliances that address symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing, which 9 out of 10 children are affected by. These symptoms often go misdiagnosed or untreated and worsen with age. HealthyStart® aims to address these symptoms early-on so that they can be solved naturally.
Sleep Disordered Breathing: A Silent Epidemic Among Children
Sleep Disordered Breathing not only refers to breathing difficulties during sleep, but it is also a root cause for many other symptoms that children frequently exhibit. These symptoms are often left untreated or misdiagnosed.
The Symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing
ADD/ADHD
Academic Challenges
Arrested Growth
Underdeveloped Jaw
Bedwetting
Chronic Allergies
Crowded Teeth
Aggressive Behavior
Depression
Mouth Breathing
Sleep Apnea
Snoring
Nightmares
Inability to Focus
These sleeping issues stem from airway disruption during sleep. As a child's breathing is restricted, their body reacts as though the child is choking, resulting in lower oxygen levels, higher heart rate and higher blood pressure.
Improper positioning of teeth can also cause SDB symptoms, as close baby teeth can often signify that a child's dental arches are too narrow. Adult teeth are bigger and wider than baby teeth, and if there isn't enough room for the adult teeth to grow in, the teeth begin to crowd together or protrude. Dental arches that are too narrow lead to unhealthy airway development, as the lack of room hinders facial growth and compromises the airway.
The central issue for many children suffering from the effects of Sleep Disordered Breathing is a compromised airway. When a child's airway is narrow, underdeveloped, or constricted in any way, the child will struggle to receive enough oxygen at night and may resort to mouth breathing to compound the issue.
The width of the airway worsens over time if not treated, making it increasingly challenging for a child not only to breathe but also to live their day-to-day lives comfortably. The HealthyStart® System can open up the airway and improve airway width, while encouraging nasal breathing and ensuring that children are able to live happy and healthy lives!
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