Airway Dentistry
Breathe Better, Live Better with Airway Focused Dentistry in New England
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of New England, we take a holistic approach to oral health with a focus on the airway. Our airway focused dentistry services go beyond traditional dental care, targeting the root causes of breathing difficulties that may contribute to TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, and developmental issues in children. Whether you’re an adult struggling with fatigue or a parent concerned about your child’s breathing, our airway centered dentistry approach aims to improve health from the inside out.
Many people don’t realize the connection between oral and airway health—but restricted airflow can impact sleep, jaw function, posture, and even facial development. Through detailed evaluation and advanced techniques, we help restore healthy breathing patterns for patients of all ages.
What Is Airway Dentistry?
Airway dentistry—sometimes called airway centered dentistry—is a form of dental care that emphasizes the importance of proper breathing, particularly through the nose. Instead of just treating symptoms like snoring or jaw pain, airway dentistry focuses on identifying anatomical or functional issues that may be interfering with airflow.
We assess everything from tongue posture and jaw alignment to sleep patterns and nasal function. This comprehensive approach allows us to offer personalized treatments that lead to long-term relief and improved quality of life.
Pediatric Airway Dentistry: Supporting Growth from the Start
Our pediatric airway dentistry services are designed to detect and address airway issues early in life. Conditions like mouth breathing, tongue ties, or poor jaw development can hinder a child’s growth and sleep—affecting their mood, behavior, and academic performance.
By evaluating and treating these issues during developmental years, we can help guide proper facial growth, prevent future dental complications, and support healthy sleep patterns in children.
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Why Choose Us For Airway Centered Dentistry?
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of New England, we understand that proper breathing and jaw function are the foundation for total-body health—not just a beautiful smile. That’s why we specialize in airway focused dentistry, combining advanced diagnostics, compassionate care, and a multidisciplinary approach to give our patients real, lasting results.
What sets us apart is our deep understanding of the relationship between the mouth, jaw, airway, and sleep. Many patients come to us after years of frustration with symptoms like snoring, fatigue, clenching, or breathing problems that traditional care didn’t fully resolve. We dig deeper to uncover underlying causes, using state-of-the-art technology to assess airway restrictions, tongue posture, and jaw alignment—then tailor treatment plans that are both effective and minimally invasive.
Whether you’re an adult dealing with chronic TMJ pain and sleep disturbances or a parent seeking early intervention for your child through pediatric airway dentistry, we’re here to help you breathe easier—literally and figuratively. We are committed to supporting long-term wellness, not just temporary fixes, and we’re proud to be a trusted partner on your health journey.
Meet Dr. Amparo David
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of New England, Dr. Amparo M. David leads our airway dentistry services with over 20 years of experience in TMJ, sleep disorders, and airway-focused care. As a dedicated general dentist and the Centre’s director, Dr. David blends compassionate care with advanced techniques to improve each patient’s overall health—not just their smile.
Her approach to airway centered dentistry is rooted in identifying and addressing the root causes of breathing and sleep disruptions, especially in patients with TMJ issues, sleep-disordered breathing, or craniofacial development concerns. She takes the time to understand each patient individually and encourages active participation in treatment decisions.
Dr. David is recognized nationally as one of the few dentists who holds Diplomate status in four major professional academies, including the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine. She was among the first providers in New England to incorporate advanced laser therapy for TMJ and airway issues and regularly trains other dentists through hands-on courses in her practice.
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about the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of New England
Brittany D.
5.0 ★★★★★
Beautiful experience. My third child, was my first with ties. Dr. Kaplan took his time showing me images of my sons ties and explaining them to me so I understood them more. He also made the atmosphere very comfortable! We had all 3 ties released (tongue, lip, and cheek) done in about 10 minutes. Dr. Kaplan checked in with me about 5 minutes after the procedure and explained everything to me about follow up appointments with lactation and chiro and how to massage my babies mouth post-op. Highly recommend for infant tie issues!
Marissa T.
5.0 ★★★★★
Dr. David is by far one of the most compassionate dentists I have ever met. Dr. David and her team have a thirst for knowledge and are constantly furthering their education. I would highly recommend the TMJ & Sleep Centre of New England if you have any TMJ/Sleep needs.
Tara R.
5.0 ★★★★★
I have only been for initial exam and consultation, so this review is for that. I love the office. They have great technology and a nice ambiance if you can believe it. Pretty rare to find a dentist with nice views but I had beautiful trees to look at outside the window while I sat in the chair. The tech and dentist were so caring and really listened to me and took their time to make me feel at ease. I have had some less than savory and even traumatic experiences at other dentists , I can say that I feel very comfortable and trusting with Dr David. I think she is a brilliant doctor who really cares about people and looks at the whole picture , not just your teeth. I’m happy I found her and ready to start my treatment plan. This is by far not the cheapest dentist but I only have one set of teeth, so trusting myself to the best.