Treating People, Not Just Teeth: A Physiologic Approach to Dentistry (w/Drs. Hindin & Meyer)[Ep.144]

Episode Description:Join me for an in-depth conversation with husband-and-wife dental team Drs. Jeffrey Hindin and Jill Meyer, who are pioneering a whole-health approach to dentistry that addresses the root causes of disease rather than just treating symptoms. Key Topics Discussed:• Building an etiology-focused practice that treats underlying causes, not just symptoms• Early orthodontic intervention and airway-focused care in children• The significant overlap between TMD and sleep-disordered breathing • Heart rate variability (HRV) and objective physiologic measurements in treatment• Oral appliances for athletic performance enhancement• Common signs of sleep disorders in children and adults• Navigating resistance from traditional orthodontic approaches• The future of sleep medicine, including emerging pharmacological treatments Key Takeaways:Early intervention in children can prevent the need for invasive treatments and sleep appliances in adulthoodMouth breathing is a critical early indicator of sleep-disordered breathing and should not be dismissedThe airway affects the autonomic nervous system, impacting everything from athletic performance to mental healthDepression and anxiety are the #1 comorbidities associated with sleep-related breathing disordersOrthodontists are uniquely positioned to prevent adult TMD and sleep issues through early treatmentTreatment should focus on normalizing anatomy and addressing root causes, not just straightening teeth Resources Mentioned:Hindin Center: https://hindincenter.com/American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry: https://aapmd.org/AAPMD Collaboration Cures Meeting: May 15-16 in Pittsburgh Connect with Dr. Mike:Website: https://theorthocoach.com/Email: [email protected] The DOC Community on Facebook for more great content and discussions: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Cb9rkQVde/Check out the DOC CE Courses: https://theorthocoach.com/ce-courses/ **If you found value in this episode, please share it with colleagues and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your support helps us continue to bring you conversations that challenge conventional thinking and improve patient care.**