FAQ: Could a Dental Expander ACTUALLY Help Shrink Your Child’s Tonsils? Researchers looked at 60 children and found that after treatment, 90% had smaller adenoids and 97.5% had reduced tonsil size—two common causes of mouth breathing, snoring, and poor sleep. How did this happen? Expanding the palate (in this case with a rapid palatal expander or RPE) increases nasal volume, reducing airway resistance and irritation of lymphoid tissue. Additionally, RPE creates more space in the oral cavity,...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hello friends! I’m writing in a great mood today because yesterday, I had the chance to grab brunch here in Portugal with my former boss and mentor from Chicago, Dr. Bernice Teplitsky. It was such a joy to reconnect with someone who played a huge role in shaping my career and shifting my perspective toward a more holistic approach to health and wellness. I hope you enjoy this month's newsletter! Reunited! Attention! Now that I have your attention... see what I did there? Attention struggles...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Why Getting the Right Help Isn’t Always Easy Recently, I had the opportunity to present to a group of myofunctional therapists in the UK. My goal was to unpack some of the nuances behind the many 'airway dentistry' treatment options out there. But more importantly, I wanted to highlight why so many families feel stuck when trying to make decisions for their child’s care. I shared four key reasons why the information parents receive from dental offices often falls short of what they truly...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Wow! It's time to wrap up this year! 🎁 I know the end of the year gets pretty busy so I thought I'd send out one final newsletter before we roll into the holiday window. My Little Family - Wishing Your Family Happy Holidays! As the year wraps up, I’m feeling incredibly grateful. In 2023, I began experimenting with the idea for Oris Wellness as a side project while working at one of the busiest dental clinics in Lisbon. By 2024, I went all-in, creating a space to support parents in ways that...
4 months ago • 3 min read
Airway Coach Virtual Summit - You're Invited! Exciting News! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be a featured expert at the 2024 Airway Coach Fall Virtual Summit! This FREE online event is your chance to gain invaluable insights into how improving your breathing during sleep can lead to a healthier, happier life. Join me and 9 other experts over three days December 6-8th We share tips, tools, and strategies to help you breathe better and thrive! Register now for FREE and take the first step...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Whew, just barely making my September newsletter into your inbox in the final part of the month. It's been a busy end of summer! I went on a trip to visit London for the first time while my husband was there teaching Tai Chi. Hamming it up with the iconic phone booths! Almost every parent I spoke to this month has admitted to feeling overwhelmed during back-to-school time anyway, so perhaps this late arrival into your inbox has given you the time to make it through that transition and land...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Red Flag Warning: Start with these 6 Questions My mission is to educate parents and professionals on the importance of better facial growth, which influences better breathing, sleep, and overall health. If you're a parent wondering if this is relevant to you, the FAirEST6 Checklist is a tool you need to know about. I’ve created a YouTube video to guide you through this assessment. Give it a try at home! 🚩If you are answering "Yes" to several of these red flag items, then further evaluation is...
9 months ago • 3 min read
Recommended Resource- ANXIETY Did your blood pressure go up a little from just seeing that word in all caps? When I talk about my purpose as a parent advocate, at a top level we're looking at dental development. However, you'll commonly hear those of us in this niche say that it's not about the teeth. Optimizing better facial growth is truly one of the best ways to set a growing child up for a lifetime of better oral and overall health. Perhaps one of the most basic yet essential ways that...
9 months ago • 3 min read
"AMAZING BREAKTHROUGH Scientists have discovered a revolutionary new treatment that makes you live longer. It enhances your memory and makes you more creative. It makes you look more attractive. It keeps you slim and lowers food cravings. It protects you from cancer and dementia. It wards off colds and the flu. It lowers your risk of heart attacks and stroke, not to mention diabetes. You’ll even feel happier, less depressed, and less anxious. Are you interested? While it may sound hyperbolic,...
11 months ago • 4 min read