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Chew On This: The Importance of Chewing in Jaw Development and Airway Health
Chewing is a fundamental aspect of jaw development in children. It plays a crucial role in shaping the jaw and supporting airway health. Encouraging your child to chew mostly fresh, firm, and fibrous foods from a very young age is part of the early intervention protocol that can help, not only prevent these negative health issues, but will also help them achieve their fullest potential.

Shawn Sékou Bonney
May 24 min read


SHRINKING AIRWAYS: ORIGIN STORY AND TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR KIDS
Growing evidence suggests that modern humans' jaws and airways are shrinking.
info caff
Nov 30, 20247 min read


THE IMPORTANCE OF NUTRITION IN YOUR CHILD'S AIRWAY, SLEEP, AND MENTAL HEALTH
Nutrition is one of the cornerstones of optimal health, providing the essential nutrients that our bodies need to function properly.

CAFF Team
Oct 12, 20246 min read


EPISODE 78 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this episode, we hear the airway health journey of parent Jenny Gay and her three sons.

CAFF Team
Sep 3, 20241 min read


THE BENEFITS OF CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CBCT) IN CHILDREN'S HEALTH
CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY is becoming more popular in dental and oral surgery. How can it help your child's sleep and breathing, though?
info caff
Aug 15, 20242 min read


EPISODE 76 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In part two of our series, Dr. Hilary Pada shares her journey as both a parent and provider through children's airway and sleep issues.

CAFF Team
Jul 31, 20243 min read


EPISODE 75 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this two part series, Dr. Hilary Pada shares her journey as both a parent and provider through children's airway and sleep issues.

CAFF Team
Jul 24, 20243 min read


EPISODE 74 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this episode with discuss oral and maxillofacial surgery and treatment options with Dr. Kevin Coppelson from the Breathe Institute.

CAFF Team
Jul 2, 20243 min read


EPISODE 71 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this week's episode, we discuss the mouth's connection to the airway and full-body health with the amazing Dr. Claire Stagg.

CAFF Team
May 22, 20244 min read


EPISODE 69 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this episode of Airway First we discuss the connection between childhood health issues and sleep disordered breathing with Dr. Mark Levi.

CAFF Team
May 7, 20242 min read


EPISODE 68 OF AIRWAY FIRST: SPECIAL EDITION
In today's episode of Airway First, our special guest panel from the SEC Sleep Conference discusses sleep and airway issues.

CAFF Team
Apr 30, 20242 min read


EPISODE 67 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this episode of Airway First, we talk with Dr. Julia Sadove-Lopez about finding the right team for your child's airway and sleep journey.

CAFF Team
Apr 24, 20242 min read


EPISODE 63 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition
In this episode we welcome back Dr. Felix Liao to chat more about growing your child's best face.

CAFF Team
Mar 29, 20243 min read


EPISODE 62 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition
I am pleased to welcome back Dr. Shereen Lim. Today we chat more about palatal expanders in kids and how to breathe, sleep, and thrive.

CAFF Team
Mar 28, 20244 min read


EPISODE 61 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition
In this special episode of Airway First, we discuss jaw development, breastfeeding, and the nose with luminary and author Dr. Sandra Kahn.

CAFF Team
Mar 27, 20243 min read


EPISODE 60 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition
Join us as we discuss Down Syndrome and airway with our panel Amanda Gurrola, Dr. Vanessa Peterson, and Jackie Becerra-Lising.

CAFF Team
Mar 27, 20244 min read


EPISODE 55 OF AIRWAY FIRST - March Madness edition
We are kicking off our March Madness series with Dr. Catherine Murphy as we chat all things holistic orthodontics.

CAFF Team
Mar 22, 20243 min read


KID'S DENTAL HEALTH ROUND-UP AND RESOURCES
We've consolidated some of the wonderful resources out there on kid's dental health for parents.

CAFF Team
Feb 26, 20243 min read


EPISODE 51 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In today's episode of Airway First, we discuss all things tongue-ties with the one and only, Dr. Larry Kotlow.

CAFF Team
Jan 30, 20244 min read


EPISODE 50 OF AIRWAY FIRST
In this episode of the Airway First podcast, we discuss TMJ and oral health with Dr. Brock Rondeau.

CAFF Team
Jan 20, 20244 min read
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