Episode 377 On Air with Ella
For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice.
Do you snore? Grind your teeth?
Do you wake up thirsty or experience sleep apnea?
Is your jawline sagging?
Your ailments might come down to...
The Importance of Proper Breathing and Tongue Posture (!)
Mouth breathing is a common yet often overlooked issue that can have significant implications for overall health, including:
1. Obstructive Sleep Apnea
2. Structural Changes in the Face and Jawline
3. Oral Health Complications
Ronda Holman, a dental professional with over 25 years of experience, is sharing how chronic mouth breathing can lead to a range of serious health problems, and what we need to know about our and our children's development.
In this episode:
[00:01:16] Mouth breathing - health implications
[00:05:19] Dysfunctional breathing habits
[00:09:50] Sleep apnea and breathing awareness
[00:12:40] Healthy breathing techniques
[00:15:41] Tongue posture and suction
[00:19:09] Mouth tape misconceptions
[00:22:02] Orofacial myofunctional therapy exercises
[00:25:38] Pacifiers and oral health issues
[00:28:31] Correct tongue positioning for swallowing
Recognizing the Signs of Dysfunctional Breathing
Many people may not realize they are mouth breathers. Ronda outlines several telltale signs that indicate a need to prioritize upper airway health:
Persistent bad breath or dirty teeth despite regular brushing and flossing.
Snoring or audible breathing during sleep, often leading to disturbances for bed partners.
Frequent awakenings during the night, especially to hydrate, which indicates dehydration from mouth breathing.
Morning headaches, teeth grinding, and a general feeling of fatigue.
Ronda Holman
Ronda Holman has spent the last 25 years looking into the mouths (literally) of mouth breathers and floppy tongue owners. She has developed a passion to help those humans and others thanks to social media learn to see the signs and symptoms of an airway disorder so they can habituate nasal breathing and improve the health of their upper airway. When your upper airway isn’t functioning properly or is weak it can and will wreck your sleep!
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Website: www.airwaycoach.com
Instagram: @the_airway_champion
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