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Airway Dentist for Sleep Apnea

At Paul DiFranco Orthodontics, we provide advanced airway dentistry and sleep-focused treatments that help children, teens, and adults breathe easier—day and night.

Our practice is proud to combine cutting-edge technology with personalized, doctor-led care to give every patient the best possible outcome.

Call (708) 930-5941 today to schedule your free consultation with our team.

What Is Airway Dentistry?

Airway dentistry is a modern approach to orthodontic care that focuses on how your teeth, jaw, and facial structure affect your breathing. Instead of treating the teeth alone, airway dentists look at the entire system—including the tongue, nasal passages, and jaw alignment—to identify restrictions that cause:

Mouth breathing
Snoring
Daytime fatigue
Poor sleep quality
Teeth grinding
Narrow arches or crowded teeth

By addressing airway problems early, we can improve long-term health, support proper facial development, and create better orthodontic outcomes without unnecessary extractions or invasive procedures.

Why Work With an Airway Dentist?

Many patients live with breathing issues without realizing the source is structural. An airway-focused dentist understands how the shape of the jaws and dental arches impacts airflow. When the airway is narrow or blocked, the body compensates—often through mouth breathing, forward head posture, or disrupted sleep.

At Paul DiFranco Orthodontics, our goal is to uncover the root cause behind these symptoms and create personalized treatment plans that expand, guide, or support the airway. This allows patients to breathe through their nose more effectively, sleep more soundly, and experience better overall health.

Airway-Focused Orthodontics: A Modern Approach

Traditional orthodontics focuses primarily on straightening teeth. Airway orthodontics improves the way the teeth and jaws function together while also supporting a wider, healthier airway.

Our airway-centered treatments may include:

Arch expansion
Growth-guided orthodontics for children
Advanced braces systems
Clear aligners such as Spark Aligners
Habit correction for mouth breathing
3D imaging and digital scanning for precise airway evaluation

Every treatment plan is customized-and you will work with the same doctor throughout your entire experience, one of the unique benefits of our practice.

If you’re concerned about snoring, mouth breathing, or other sleep-related symptoms in yourself or your child, schedule a consultation now at (708) 930-5941.

Airway Dentistry for Children

Children with airway issues often show signs like chronic mouth breathing, open-mouth posture, dark under-eye circles, difficulty concentrating, or crowded teeth. Early airway-focused orthodontic care can guide jaw development, support nasal breathing, and prevent more severe problems later in life.

We use advanced tools—including 3D X-rays and iTero digital scanning—to evaluate your child’s airway with exceptional accuracy. With growth-guided treatment, we help create wider arches and more space for the tongue, setting the foundation for lifelong healthy breathing and improved sleep.

Airway Dentistry for Teens & Adults

Airway problems don’t only affect children. Teens and adults may experience:

Snoring or sleep disruption
TMJ discomfort
Fatigue or brain fog
Mouth breathing
Crowded teeth from underdeveloped arches

Our office uses high-quality materials, modern orthodontic systems, and precise 3D imaging to create airway-friendly treatment plans that address both function and aesthetics. Whether through expansion, orthodontic treatment, or aligners, we design care that improves both breathing and your smile.

Why Patients Choose Paul DiFranco Orthodontics

Families choose us for airway dentistry because our practice offers a combination of advanced technology and personalized care rarely found in orthodontic offices:

One doctor throughout your entire treatment
State-of-the-art digital diagnostics
Free consultations
Insurance assistance and flexible payment plans
A comfortable, welcoming environment
Care for children, teens, and adults

If you’re looking for a trusted airway dentist or sleep dentist in the Southwest Chicago suburbs, we’re here to help.

Schedule Your Airway Evaluation Today

If you suspect you or your child may have an airway issue, don’t wait. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a life-changing difference in health, sleep, and development.

Call Paul DiFranco Orthodontics today at (708) 930-5941. Your airway health matters—and we’re here to help you breathe easier.

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Hear What Our Patients Are Saying

Discover how our patients have transformed their smiles and confidence with our expert orthodontic care!

Barbara and Paul were amazing! Very informative and nice. I was nervous, and they patiently explained to me what would be best for my situation. I'm really excited to start treatment here.

BeautifullyShay

I absolutely loved my experience at Paul DiFranco Orthodontics. I had braces for almost 2 years and Doctor Paul and his team made my journey great. I love how my teeth turned out and I would definetely recommend Paul DiFranco to anyone wanting to improve their smile.

Oliwia Sojka

Choosing Paul Difranco orthodontics was the best decision I made when deciding to improve my smile as an adult! They made the process super easy, comfortable, and were always willing to work with you on what you wanted to improve. No long wait times and very organized. Thank you!

Phatma Mreiziq

I was so nervous to get braces as an adult, but the staff at Paul Difranco Orthodontics made my entire experience wonderful! Dr. Difranco and his staff do absolutely amazing work! I can’t recommend them enough!

Ginny McEwing

Paul DiFranco Ortho has been hands down one of if not THE best business/work I’ve had done on myself. Exceptionally quick with every appointment and I’m only waiting 2-3 minutes per visit to be seated. I’m in and out every time. Very very friendly front desk and phenomenal service time and time again. If ya go tell em Dan sent ya!

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