Snoring. Mouth breathing. Restless sleep. Sleep apnea.
 
Did you know your orthodontist, partnering with a team of specialists, can diagnose problems like these, and help fix them through orthodontic procedures?
 
Dr. Srishti Mehta, founder of local Indigo Orthodontics, is passionate about helping her patients solve their breathing issues. “Dr. Mehta could tell just from the structure of my face that I had problems with breathing and snoring,” says patient Moulee Patel. “She told me ‘we’ll straighten your teeth, of course, but this is about your total wellness.’”
 
When orthodontists complete arch expansion – widening either the upper jaw bone, the lower jaw bone, or both at the same time – they are able to widen a patient’s nasal passages to allow more airflow. Orthodontists can also alter the forward/backward position of the jaws, which plays a role in where the back of the tongue sits, which affects a person’s ability to breathe through their throat.
 
The orthodontist is just one member of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who collaborate to give the patient the most effective treatment plan. “We team up with local dentists, oral surgeons, speech pathologists, pulmonologists, sleep doctors, and ENTs to help identify the underlying problem in a collaborative environment,” Dr. Mehta says.“We can influence the development of the face, jaws and airway, treating issues such as snoring, mouth breathing, and restless sleep. Help your kids breathe better, sleep better, learn better, and grow better.”
 
Working with her team of 30 women, with a second associate, Dr. Angelica Herrera, Indigo Orthodontics has been creating happy, confident smiles since 2007. They are in network with several insurance companies and no referrals are required.
 
“Every day, a parent thanks us for identifying their child’s issue and taking the proper steps to repair it. Patients can experience decreased snoring, longer, more restful sleep, and even the reduction of ADHD medications,” Dr. Mehta concludes.
 
To request your complimentary Indigo Orthodontics consultation, visit www.indigoortho.com or call 281-201-2087.
 
Indigo Orthodontics
281-201-2087
7975 W. Grand Parkway S., Suite #130
Richmond, TX 77407
www.indigoortho.com