You’ve spent years living with a smile that doesn’t make you feel confident, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to change it. More adults than ever are choosing orthodontic treatment for better overall health....
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The early loss of primary (baby) teeth can have significant long-term effects on a child's oral health, tooth alignment, and development....
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Dr. Bockow and Dr. Truong go beyond traditional orthodontics and correcting misaligned teeth to focus on improving airway health and overall well-being. Catching breathing issues early and timely intervention creates a foundation for proper growth and development for life-altering improvement....
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We would like to express our gratitude to all of our wonderful patients, families, and professionals who made this year so rewarding. We look forward to what is in store in 2025....
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Are you or your child considering orthodontic treatment in 2025? Open enrollment is the perfect time to ensure you have the right coverage and financial resources to make it happen....
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An underbite is usually genetic and occurs when the lower front teeth sit in front of the upper front teeth. Treatment is most effective when initiated early. ...
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When it comes to your child's orthodontic and airway health, timing is everything. Early detection and intervention are essential for optimal results....
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Join Dr. Deluke and Dr. Bockow in a brief discussion on The Doc Podcast, as they discuss how early expansion could help prevent the need for jaw surgery later on in life....
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In this short clip from The Doc Podcast, Dr. Deluke and Dr. Bockow discuss the current scientific literature supporting a correlation between patients with narrower upper jaw width and the prevalence of sleep-related breathing disorders such as sleep apnea. ...
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Recent orthodontic research has revealed that the size and shape of the naso-maxillary complex affect not only the shape of the face but also breath volume and sleep quality. Better nasal breathing is possible through orthodontic intervention. - maxillary expansion can help improve your quality of sleep and overall well-being....
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A 2009 study conducted by Haralmbidis et al. sheds light on a correlation between orthodontic intervention and respiratory health. They observed any changes in the nose's shape and size using 3-dimensional computer imaging before and after the upper jaw was widened and found that the nasal volume increased by an average of 11.3%....
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In this video, Dr. Bockow shares her orthodontic treatment timeline for adults, incorporating her interdisciplinary approach with a focus on airway and immediate attention to sleep issues and apnea. From Myofunctional therapy to an ENT evaluation and an assessment on the need for oral surgery, each patient is sure to receive a thorough diagnosis....
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In a uniquely interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Bockow's treatment of her pediatric patients often involves the expertise of the child's sleep physician, ENT, myofunctional therapist, restorative dentist, pediatric dentist, and others. Learn more about how each discipline is incorporated throughout the child’s treatment timeline in this brief lecture clip....
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Join Dr. Bockow for a brief explanation of Myofunctional Therapy - a perhaps surprisingly effective method for reducing AHI, an index of sleep apnea events per night. This interesting therapy focuses on exercises targeting the lips, tongue, and oral structures in order to strengthen the associated muscles, improve tongue posture, and promote nasal breathing....
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Kids sometimes develop oral habits in their early years that can have serious ramifications on their dental health. As Dr. Bockow explains, pacifier use and thumb-sucking are primary examples of habits that can linger after early childhood and contribute to the development of poor tongue posture and lead to an open bite....
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Did you know that nasal breathing has many health benefits including killing bacteria, increasing oxygen absorption, increasing blood circulation, and improving lung volume? In this short video, Dr. Bockow explains how the functions of the nose accomplish these things and many more....
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Learn about the six independent red flags for sleep-disordered breathing in children as Orthodontist Rebecca Bockow continues to educate and inform on important sleep and airway issues troubling our kids today. ...
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In this latest lecture excerpt, Dr. Bockow examines the foundational goals that orthodontists aim to achieve in treating patients: harmony, beauty, and function....
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Learn about the stunning study in which 80% of involved children changed their breathing pattern from mouth to nasal breathing, and 50% saw a decrease in instances of colds, respiratory infections, nasal allergies, and asthma....
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In this stunning case, treated in collaboration with Dr. Gregg Kinzer, a patient's request for new crowns reveals a plethora of systemic issues from dentition and alignment to airway and beyond. ...
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Dr. Bockow shares a study showing how expanding the maxilla or upper jaw can improve successful eruption of palatally impacted canines as compared to a watchful waiting strategy....
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A child with impacted canines may have more options than commonly expected. In this case study, Dr. Bockow demonstrates that through careful and slow expansion, it is often possible to preserve all of the child's teeth and give them a great foundation for a beautiful smile. ...
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In this lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow explains how when a child's jaw doesn't have enough room for their adult teeth, many orthodontists will recommend removal. But Dr. Bockow has a different perspective. As the mother of one of her patients said, "There has to be a different way!"...
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Not getting enough sleep can have adverse effects on the developing brain. Over time, continual insufficient sleep may impair neurodevelopment in ways that can be measured on brain scans and tests. Let's recognize and treat these problems early!...
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In this lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow explains how orthodontists have a unique opportunity to support articulation and speech through early orthodontic expansion....
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In her latest lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow presents brand new information pointing to a correlation between early mouth breathing habits and underdeveloped nasal passages....
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In this brief lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow warns about the early childhood habits that may contribute to improper jaw development and dental crossbite. Habits to watch out for include persistent mouth breathing and excessive use of pouches or straws at a very young age....
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In this brief lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow shares an interesting perspective on how the bone structure of the upper and lower jaw may affect a patient's tongue posture and airway negatively, even if the teeth appear to be acceptably positioned....
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In this brief lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow presents her creative treatment of an adult female with an extremely narrow upper jaw. The crowded upper teeth need room if they are to fit properly and aesthetically, and this will require a unique expansion strategy....
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In this brief lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow demonstrates the remarkable results possible for children with severely crowded teeth when treated with early jaw expansion techniques. Note that the final position of the patient's teeth shown has been achieved without the use of braces or clear aligners....
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In this brief lecture clip, Dr. Rebecca Bockow points to some telltale signs of problematic dental development, including the presence of mamelons (small bumps on the ridges of the teeth) in older children....
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After the active phase of your orthodontic treatment is complete, nearly every patient will need to wear a retainer to prevent their teeth from shifting. Retainers allow the bone that holds your teeth to rebuild after teeth have moved and are critical to the long-term stability of treatment results. ...
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When undergoing orthodontics with Invisalign®, keeping your teeth and aligners clean and free from bacteria is essential. Placing a dirty tray on dirty teeth will only trap harmful bacteria on your teeth – accelerating the development of cavities....
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The technologically advanced 3D imaging used at Inspired Orthodontics creates an accurate picture of tooth and jaw structure, airway dimensions, and possible airway blockages, including tonsils and adenoids....
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Obstructive sleep apnea is a breathing disorder that causes intermittent airflow blockage during sleep and is seen in all age groups. Treating obstructive sleep apnea is incredibly important for your health. To treat your sleep or airway disorder, we must first understand the root of the cause....
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In life, timing is everything, and this is especially true when it comes to your child’s orthodontic treatment. A misaligned jaw or early signs of airway issues and other skeletal or growth issues may be missed without a professional examination....
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It’s never too late to begin orthodontic treatment! The Inspired Orthodontics team has the training and expertise to treat adults with consistency and efficiency, understand the nuances of moving teeth while protecting the gums, bones, and joints....
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Mouth breathing is an abnormal breathing pattern in which the mouth remains open, passing air directly to the lungs, and is related to alterations in the muscular function of the tongue and face. Although mouth breathing may start from a physical difficulty, it can become a habitual action that is hard to break....
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Many cosmetic issues can affect your self-esteem and confidence; a misaligned smile can be one of those issues. Inspired Orthodontics in Seattle, WA, and Bellevue, WA, offers Invisalign treatment to correct a wide range of dental problems such as crowded and crooked teeth as well as gaps and overbites....
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Dr. Bockow, resident faculty member of Spear Education, serves as an instructor in Spear’s Interdisciplinary Treatment of Esthetic Dilemmas seminar....
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