Myofunctional Therapy Has No Proven Role In Treating Sleep Apnea Or Temporomandibular Disorders
by: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 15/09/2026Myofunctional therapy is not sufficiently evidence-based in managing sleep apnea and temporomandibular disorders.
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Professional Orthodontist, ENT and Pediatrician Organizations Also Reject Trendy Sleep Apnea Treatments Touted By "Airway Dentistry"
by: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 03/05/2026The American Association of Orthodontists does not endorse trendy Airway Dentistry modalities
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The American Dental Association And The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Do Not Support Trendy Sleep Apnea Treatments
by: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 28/01/2026Insurance companies maximize profits and deny care in TMD patients
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"Airway Dentistry" - let's unpack the latest trend in the dental profession.
by: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 25/10/2025Airway dentistry is not a recognized dental specialty and some of its proponents have problematic, non-evidence based treatment ideas.
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