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Many childhood health problems can be linked topoor jaw development.

ADHD, bedwetting, tonsillitis, hyperactivity, asthma, night terrors, headaches…

Today’s kids are experiencing more health challenges than ever before, and many physicians don’t have good answers for why—or how to combat them. Discouraged, parents turn to medication to offer their children some relief.

But here’s what’s really happening…

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Breather

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Our jaws are
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Your child’s face and jaw development determines everything from proper airway volume to the position and alignment of their teeth—even their facial beauty!

Scientists have found that our modern lifestyles and processed diets have altered our gene expression, resulting in smaller jaws. This is a serious concern because it impacts our ability to breathe and sleep correctly, causing a multitude of other issues!

SDB (Sleep
Disordered Breathing)

Our smaller jaws impact our airway development, which can lead to a wide variety of other symptoms and health issues.

Dentists can—and do!—play an essential role in caring for patients with certain sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBD), and they are well-positioned to identify patients at greater risk of SRBD. These disorders can be caused by many different things and are treated most successfully when dentists and medical professionals work together.

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Who does it affect?

A recent study found that up to 93% of kids have malocclusion (crooked teeth), which is a visual sign of the underdeveloped jaws that cause possible breathing issues.

In children, a dentist’s recognition of poor jaw or facial development (or other risk factors) early on may lead to a medical referral or intervention to treat and/or prevent SRBD. Because these issues are often related to smaller jaws and mouth breathing, it’s critical to train patients to shift to nasal breathing instead.

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The Toothpillow system

The Toothpillow System is a preventative, pre-orthodontic method that corrects and supports proper jaw development, promoting nasal breathing and preventing—even fixing—dozens of health problems down the road. It gets to the root causes of misaligned teeth, often without the need for braces or tooth extraction.

This treatment is most effective for children between the ages of 3 and 12, and involves wearing removable appliances inside the mouth for 1-2 hours during the day and overnight while sleeping. These appliances help guide natural growth and development, mitigating the detrimental effects of modern living on their mouths, jaws, and airways.

Kids who breathe better, live better!

Discover the difference Toothpillow can make.

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Better Sleep

By improving your child’s breathing and reducing interrupted sleep patterns, Toothpillow can possibly help your child get the proper rest they need to thrive in their daily lives

Improved Behavior

Studies have shown that better sleep and proper breathing leads to increased cognitive function, better focus, and improved behavior all-around!

happy lives

By addressing the very foundations of your child’s oral health, Toothpillow promotes their happiness, too… because an oxygenated, well-rested child is a happy child!

The process

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Easy online assessment

We will walk you through step-by-step. Answer a few questions, snap a few pics, take a few measurements and you’re all set.

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Meet your doctor virtually

A Toothpillow affiliated, state-licensed dentist reviews your photos and medical and dental history before approving your custom treatment plan.

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Customized treatment plan

Your doctor and staff will create a customized treatment plan for you and ship your Toothpillow guides directly to your home.

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A care team that actually cares.

Airway Dentist

Airway dentists concentrate on the relationship between the structure of the mouth and respiratory function. They examine the presence of mouth breathing during sleep as a potential indication of sleep-disordered breathing

Myofunctional Therapist

Myofunctional therapists use a variety of techniques, including exercises and behavioral modification, to help patients improve the function of the muscles of the face, mouth, and throat, and address any related health issues.

Clinical Care Advocate

Our Clinical Care Advocates are a circle of trained moms, also with children in treatment, ready to offer unwavering support to parents. We've personally witnessed the remarkable transformations in our own children's lives, and want to help those who aspire to see positive, healthy changes in their kids too.

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Hear from real parents of patients

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“We’ve been in treatment now for 6 months and so far she is sleeping through the night (with no bathroom visits or night terrors) and had no cavities  at her last dentist visit! I know it’s helping so far and am excited to see more as we get further along  in treatment.”

Toothpillow Parent

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“I have seen night and day changes in my  10 year old. He is more attentive and less reactive, more energy, and now doing things on his own without me constantly hounding him about his responsibilities. Since starting, I’ve even noticed his grades at school have improved! Being able sleep better at night has really helped him.”

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“Overall its been really cool to see he’s had a lot less outbursts, and when he falls asleep he stays asleep. He’s able to calm himself down a lot easier and can self-regulate more. The ADHD-type symptoms have decreased significantly! It’s really neat to see his brain is changing. He also now has a beautiful smile!”

Toothpillow Parent

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“We are about 7 weeks in. My 10 year old son has been SO good with compliance because he is VERY motivated to be able to stay dry at night.  He’s been able to keep the Toothpillow in all night consistently for a couple of weeks now, which felt like a big win. We haven’t seen a difference yet in the night wetting, but WOW am I noticing changes in his mouth/teeth!! I just want to share!”

Toothpillow Parent

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“We are 6 months in and I am SO happy with the progress of both kids teeth! Kapri had a bilateral cross bite that has been corrected. Myles was a thumb suckers and his teeth showed that he was. Now you can’t tell he sucked his thumb. Both of the kids teeth are so beautiful! We are SOO grateful to be apart of the Toothpillow community!”

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“I’m so so happy and impressed with my daughter’s 8 month progress! We definitely need to be better about the myo exercises and we really just started wearing more regularly during the day but I am super happy. I’m hoping to see some more forward jaw growth but I think that will come implementing the exercises and more day wear!”

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faqs

Will it help with my crowded/crooked teeth?

Maybe! Case by case our Providers will try to help promote a healthy airway by helping your child breathe better at night. That is our main goal. If we can also provide a nice smile and healthy tongue posture, those are the bonuses of our treatment. We can often show that as we are able to help promote jaw growth, we make space for their teeth to actually fit their mouth. Bye-bye crowding if that goal is achieved! Your child may still need orthodontics to finish the case and give a more aligned end result. Our hope is that they will first be properly rested and breathing better therefore a better breathing child, leads to a better sleeping child, who then becomes a better learning child.

How long does treatment last?

All treatment time varies based on starting age and case severity. Your Toothpillow Provider will be able to give you some treatment goals and a relative estimate of the length of time. They will also be able to size your child up to the next Toothpillow appliance when they are ready for that transition.

Is Toothpillow covered by insurance?

You can seek reimbursement through your dental insurance company for orthodontic services. Your dental plan may have a maximum or exclusions on the amount you spend on orthodontic services. For example, you may only have a certain amount of money you can spend per year and be covered for orthodontics, or there may be a waiting period between dental treatments. Many plans also apply a lifetime maximum to orthodontic treatment. You will want to contact your Medical/Dental insurance company directly to inquire about specifics related to your plan.

How can I refer people to Toothpillow?

When your friends or family take the assessment, one of the first questions asks "Who's the person we can thank for referring you?" Make sure to have your friends and family enter your name when they fill out their child's assessment. For every referral who accepts treatment you will receive $100 gift card straight to your inbox and they will receive a $100 off treatment! It's a win-win!Become an ambassador today

What qualifies your doctors to treat my child?

Our doctors are qualified Dentists. Dentists can and do play an essential role in the multidisciplinary care of patients with certain sleep related breathing disorders.

Our Dental licenses are current and they also carry special training in the field of Airway and Dental Sleep Medicine. This includes diplomats from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the American Sleep and Breathing Association amongst other accolades. They have treated thousands of kiddos already in this exact airway therapy.

How often does my child wear it?

1-2 hours during the day and overnight while sleeping. These appliances help guide natural growth and development, mitigating the detrimental effects of modern living on their mouths, jaws, and airways.

What is the Toothpillow appliance made out of?

The material of our Toothpillow appliance is made of BPA and latex-free medical-grade polymer.

What are some benefits of nasal breathing?

Your nose is designed to help you breathe safely, efficiently, and properly. It can do this due to its ability to:

Filter out foreign particles. Nasal hairs filters out dust, allergens, and pollen, which helps prevent them from entering your lungs.
Humidify inhaled air. Your nose warms and moisturizes the air you breathe in. This brings the air you inhale to body temperature, making it easier for your lungs to use.
Produce nitric oxide. During nasal breathing, your nose releases nitric oxide (NO). NO is a vasodilator, which means it helps to widen blood vessels. This can help improve oxygen circulation in your body.

Explore the research

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Pediatric Orthodontic Expansion for the Treatment of Sleep- Disordered Breathing

In children, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can have significant effects on their behavior, neurodevelopment, metabolism, and general. However, despite its serious consequences, pediatric OSA remains a frequently overlooked condition...

sleep disordered breathing

Snoring can be a danger sign

The article discusses the misconception that snoring is a normal sign of sound sleep, which is prevalent in Nepal. Snoring is often considered a trivial issue, but the article emphasizes that it can be a distress signal indicating potential breathing problems...

snoring

Association between oral habits, mouth breathing and malocclusion

The article discusses the relationship between bad habits, mouth breathing, and malocclusion (misalignment of teeth) in the context of craniofacial growth disorders. The study involved 3017 children and employed the ROMA index to assess whether there was a significant connection between bad habits/mouth breathing and malocclusion.

crooked teeth (malocclusion)

Is Your Child a Mouth-Breather? There’s New Help at the Dentist

Persistent mouth breathing in children could be a sign of obstructed airways, often linked with snoring, sleep apnea, jaw malformation, poor bite, sleep deprivation, ADHD, and degenerative inflammatory diseases. This condition is often not recognized, and it can result in various health and behavioral issues.

snoring

Mouth breathing can signal problems

Persistent "mouth breathing" in children may indicate an underlying upper airway obstruction leading to Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB), which is often unrecognized by parents and healthcare professionals. This article highlights the potential consequences of mouth breathing, such as abnormal facial growth, dental issues, and compromised overall health.

grinding/clenching

Sleep-Disordered Breathing Tied to Risk for Behavioral, Emotional Problems

The largest and most comprehensive study of its kind conducted by researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine reveals that young children with sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) are at a higher risk of developing behavioral problems such as hyperactivity, aggressiveness, emotional issues, and friendship difficulties.

ADD/ADHD

Sleep Problems and Disorders among Adolescents with Persistent and Subthreshold Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders

This case-control study aimed to explore sleep patterns, issues, and disorders in adolescents with persistent attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and those with partially remitted ADHD symptoms. The study included 281 participants diagnosed with ADHD (145 with persistent ADHD, 136 with subthreshold ADHD) and 185 unaffected control subjects.

night terrors

Childhood Obstructive Sleep Apnea: One or Two Distinct Disease Entities?

This article discusses sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children, spanning from habitual snoring to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and its various variants. The complexity of the disorder, which involves increased upper airway resistance and obstruction during sleep, has led to diverse clinical manifestations and treatment approaches.

sleep apnea

Habitual Snoring, Intermittent Hypoxia, and Impaired Behavior in Primary School Children

The research aimed to assess the relationship between habitual snoring (HS) in children, impaired behavior, and academic performance. The study involved 1144 children and utilized parental questionnaires, pulse oximetry to measure intermittent hypoxia, and school reports to determine academic performance.

snoring

Differences in dentofacial morphology in children with SDB

This study investigates dentofacial variations among children with obstructive sleep disordered breathing (SDB) who underwent adenotonsillectomy, with the aim of identifying potential indicators for effective early intervention in upper airway obstruction.

sleep disordered breathing

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