Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert
217. Shereen Lim, DDS - Pediatric Airway
Apr 1, 2024
Shereen Lim, DDS, specializes in pediatric dentistry related to infant feeding, swallowing, breathing, chewing, and speech. The podcast explores topics like early orthodontic intervention in children, optimizing arch form for palatal expansion, mentorship in dental care, device contraindications, and the underestimation of upper airway resistance syndrome in diagnosis.
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Quick takeaways
- Early intervention in childhood airway issues is crucial to prevent misdiagnosis and promote better oral function and jaw development.
- Appliances like the bioblock can help correct cross-bites and improve muscle function in children, emphasizing the importance of selecting compliant patients for treatment.
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Recognizing Airway Problems in Children
Childhood educators are encouraged to learn how to identify airway issues in children to prevent misdiagnosis. Disseminating information on this topic is crucial to minimize the number of children receiving incorrect diagnoses. Dr. Shreen Lim emphasizes the importance of early intervention to help children overcome challenges related to feeding, swallowing, breathing, chewing, and speech.
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