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Are Your Airways Working Properly?

As a bioesthetic dentist practicing in Burlington, Vermont, I often see patients who struggle with chronic fatigue, snoring, or frequent headaches and many are surprised to learn that the root cause could be their airways. Yes, the way your body breathes day and night can be deeply affected by the health and alignment of your teeth and jaw.

At Chittenden Dental, we go beyond traditional dental care. As a Burlington TMJD dentist, I focus not only on your teeth but also on how your jaw, airway, and bite function together. This holistic approach, bioesthetic dentistry, helps us uncover problems that may be missed in a routine dental checkup.

How Your Airways and Jaw Work Together

Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) plays a bigger role in your overall health than most people realize. Poor TMJ alignment can lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD), which may affect the positioning of the lower jaw and restrict your airway. A narrow or collapsed airway can cause breathing difficulties, especially during sleep, contributing to conditions like sleep-disordered breathing or even sleep apnea.

When your airways aren’t functioning properly, your body compensates by adjusting posture or clenching the jaw. This further strains the TMJ and surrounding muscles. Over time, this can cause pain, muscle fatigue, and wear on the teeth.

What to Look Out For

If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, your airways and TMJ might not be doing what they’re supposed to:

  • Snoring or restless sleep
  • Chronic fatigue, even after a full night’s rest
  • Frequent jaw pain or clicking
  • Headaches, especially in the morning
  • Neck and shoulder tension

As a Burlington dentist who has treated hundreds of TMJD cases, I see these patterns often. Moreover they are more common than you might think.

How We Can Help Your Airways

At Chittenden Dental, we use non-invasive diagnostic tools to assess how your jaw, teeth, and airway work together. Through bioesthetic dentistry in Burlington, we take the time to understand your unique anatomy and provide personalized treatments that restore both function and comfort.

We may recommend orthotic devices, jaw alignment therapies, or other strategies that support healthy airway function and long-term relief. Most importantly we’ll help you breathe and sleep better.

If you suspect your airways aren’t doing their job, don’t wait. Your body is trying to tell you something. Schedule a consultation and let’s listen together.

About Dr. Mike Morris

Dr. Mike Morris is a bioesthetic dentist in Burlington, specializing in comprehensive TMJD care and airway-focused treatment at Chittenden Dental, a trusted Burlington dentist’s office.

 

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