HealthyStart
The HealthyStart® System is a non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical, pain-free approach to opening the airway and straightening teeth WITHOUT braces. HealthyStart® is rooted in 54 years of research and experience and has treated over 4 million children around the world. The HealthyStart® System consists of a series of appliances that address symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing, which 9 out of 10 children are affected by. These symptoms often go misdiagnosed or untreated and worsen with age. HealthyStart® aims to address these symptoms early-on so that they can be solved naturally.
Sleep disordered Breathing
These sleeping issues stem from airway disruption during sleep. As a child’s breathing is restricted, their body reacts as though the child is choking, resulting in lower oxygen levels, higher heart rate and higher blood pressure.
Improper positioning of teeth can also cause SDB symptoms, as close baby teeth can often signify that a child’s dental arches are too narrow. Adult teeth are bigger and wider than baby teeth, and if there isn’t enough room for the adult teeth to grow in, the teeth begin to crowd together or protrude. Dental arches that are too narrow lead to unhealthy airway development, as the lack of room hinders facial growth and compromises the airway.
The Symptoms
- ADD/ADHD
- Academic Challenges
- Arrested Growth
- Underdeveloped Jaw
- Bedwetting
- Chronic Allergies
- Crowded Teeth
- Aggressive Behavior
- Depression
- Mouth Breathing
- Sleep Apnea
- Snoring
- Nightmares
- Inability to Focus
How Can We Help?
What Is The HealthyStart® System?
These appliances address a range of symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing, such as mouth breathing, inability to focus, academic challenges, bedwetting, snoring, nightmares, underdeveloped jaw, underdeveloped airway and more.
How Does The HealthyStart® Sytem Work?
The Dangers of Mouth Breathing
- Can be a contributing factor to a compromised airway and the need for orthodontic treatment
- Improper exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen
- Prevents the proper function of the tongue and other orofacial muscles that children need to speak, swallow, chew and function properly
- Can cause the delicate tissues of the tonsils and adenoids to swell and become enlarged, further impacting a restricted airway
Conventional "Treatment" Options
None of these conventional treatments can promote or develop a child’s airway and help them get the oxygen and sleep they need to be healthy. Conventional treatments have been limited and ineffective, mainly because they address the symptoms rather than the potential root cause.
The HealthyStart® System addresses the root cause early-in-life, because early treatment is crucial. When children are young, their bodies are able to adjust and mold easily, particularly in their mouth and their bone structure. Crowded teeth may force the tongue forward against their teeth, narrowing their dental arch and constricting the airway. Breathing properly is necessary for the health of a child.
Have questions about healthy start?
We’re here to answer your questions, and we want you to know your options! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at any time. Our main goal is to provide you with the most innovative options available, and we believe patient education is essential for helping you achieve the greatest results.
Dr. Insoft, Dr. Hurst and our experienced team are here to help guide you throughout your treatment process, from your first visit to your last visit.
Ready to begin your smile transformation process? Let’s get started with your complimentary exam at one of our convenient Seminole or St. Petersburg locations!
