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No One Told MeWhat No One Told You About Nighttime ClenchingBetter sleep starts with better breathing, and for many kids, grinding is the body's way of sounding the alarm. In this powerful episode, Dr. Meggie Graham uncovers the real reason behind childhood bruxism. It’s not stress. It’s not just a phase. It’s often an airway red flag.What you will learn:How grinding is a neurological reflex to airway resistanceWhy it’s not about teeth, but about survivalThe hidden role of nighttime acid and saliva productionThe link between grinding, anxiety, and poor breathingWhat to look for in your child and how to get support2025-07-3015 minNo One Told MeThe Hidden Danger of Mouth Breathing by Dr. Meggie GrahamDr. Meggy Graham, co-founder of the Untethered Airway Health Center, challenges the “they’ll grow out of it” myth and uncovers the truth about mouth breathing and airway health.Discover why open mouth posture isn’t just a quirky habit but a warning sign that impacts sleep, facial growth, and whole-body wellness. Backed by research and real-life cases, this conversation explores:Why humans are designed to be nasal breathers.How mouth breathing affects brain development, focus, and behavior.The long-term structural changes caused by poor tongue posture.Practical tips for parents to support healthy breathing early.I...2025-07-2318 min
ASAP Pathway: THE PODCASTEp.54, Untethered Airway Wellness, Dr. Meggie GrahamIn this podcast episode, hosts Drs. Stacy and Tracey sit with Dr. Meggie Graham and discuss the intersection of dentistry and airway health, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and education in this field. The conversation highlights the initiative, "The Untethered Way," a comprehensive course designed to help dental professionals integrate airway-focused principles into their practices. They explore the implications of muscle dysfunction related to swallowing and its effects on facial development, stressing the need for a holistic approach to patient care that goes beyond traditional dental practices.The episode underscores the significance of educating dentists about airway health...2025-07-2152 minNo One Told MeWhy Feeding Struggles Could Signal Airway Dysfunction in KidsIs your child struggling with breastfeeding, gagging on certain foods, or refusing to eat anything but soft, processed textures? You're not alone, and you're not imagining things.In this eye-opening episode of the Untethered Airway Podcast, Dr. Meggie Graham shares why feeding difficulties in infants and young children often signal deeper concerns tied to oral function and airway development.This episode covers:● Signs of tethered oral tissues (like tongue ties).● How poor feeding can impact sleep and facial growth.● The real connection between feeding, breathing, and development.● Why early signs like reflux...2025-07-1611 minNo One Told MeWhy Is My Child Always Sick? | The Airway-Immune Connection You’ve Been MissingAlways Sick, Always Tired: Chronic Illness, Immunity & the Airway Connection. Is your child constantly battling congestion, ear infections, or fatigue? You’re not alone and it might not be “just a phase.”In this episode of the Untethered Airway Podcast, Dr. Maggie Graham, dentist and airway health advocate, exposes the often overlooked link between immune dysfunction and airway problems in children. How chronic mouth breathing, poor sleep, and structural airway issues can silently undermine your child’s health.🎧 What You’ll Learn:How nasal breathing supports immune functionWhy chronic illness may stem from airway dysfunctionKe...2025-07-0912 minNo One Told MeNot Just A Bad Attitude: ADHD Behavior, And The Overlooked AirwayDoes your child show signs of ADHD… but something feels off?In this episode of the Still Struggling series, Dr. Meggie Graham (dentist, mom, and airway health advocate) talks about what happens when kids are misdiagnosed with ADHD, when in fact, the real issue is hidden in how they breathe and sleep.She breaks down the science of sleep architecture, explains how disrupted breathing affects brain development, and shares powerful research and real case studies. If your child snores, grinds their teeth, sleeps with their mouth open, or wakes up tired—it’s time to consid...2025-07-0211 minNo One Told MeNight Accidents, Missed Connections | Still Struggling: What We Miss When We Miss the Airway | Episode 01Bedwetting isn’t just frustrating it’s a red flag. And what if the root cause isn’t the bladder… but the airway?Welcome to untethered Airway Podcast and our new series “Still Struggling” where we uncover the hidden links between sleep, behavior, and airway health that most providers miss.In this episode, Dr. Meggie Graham explores the true root causes of nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) and reveals the science-backed connection between poor sleep, disrupted breathing, and nighttime accidents.🧠 Parents are often told to “wait and watch”—but that delay can lead to declining function, shame, and...2025-06-2509 minNo One Told MeSomething I Learned From My MistakesYou’re fired up about airway-focused dentistry—but how do you actually bring it into your practice without overwhelming your patients, your team… or yourself?In this solo episode of The Untethered Airway Podcast, Dr. Meggie Graham gets real about what it actually looks like to integrate airway into your clinical model. She shares her early mistakes, burnout moments, and the lessons that transformed her approach.This episode is part heart-to-heart, part masterclass—and 100% honest.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The biggest mistake new airway dentists make—and how to avoid itWhy connectio...2025-06-1810 min
The Untethered PodcastEp 324: Exploring Airway Health in Dentistry: Insights from Meggie Graham, DDS & Liz Turner, DMDEp 324: Exploring Airway Health in Dentistry: Insights from Meggie Graham, DDS & Liz Turner, DMDThis week on The Untethered Podcast™, Hallie welcomes Liz and Meggie from the Untethered Airway Health Center. They discuss the origins of their center and the importance of airway health in dentistry. Both Liz and Meggie dive into their personal journeys into airway-focused care and the establishment of their collaborative center. The conversation covers the holistic and interdisciplinary approach to treating tongue ties, the significance of pre and post-operative care, and how facial restrictions impac...2025-06-1555 minNo One Told MeAirway 101: Insights with Dr. Liz TurnerIn this episode of Untethered Airway Health, Dr. Liz Turner dives deep into why airway dysfunction is often the root cause of chronic health issues. From sleep apnea and snoring to ADHD, breathing problems are more than just an inconvenience—they disrupt overall well-being.Discover how mouth breathing and poor sleep patterns can have long-lasting effects on both children and adults. Dr. Liz Turner explains why nasal breathing is crucial for proper brain development, growth, and overall health, and why so many people struggle with it without even realizing.The episode also explores actionable solutions li...2025-06-1321 minNo One Told MeThe Untold Impacts of Tongue Ties: Insights with Dr. Meggie GrahamSleepless nights, a struggling baby, and a determined mom – in this touching episode, we explore how airway-focused dentistry transformed one family’s life. Dr. Meggie Graham chats with a mother who recounts how her infant’s tongue-tie and breathing issues made every night miserable. Dr. Graham explains the medical insight behind those feeding and sleep struggles, and how a quick in-office tongue-tie release and airway therapy led to a remarkable turnaround.This episode is equal parts educational and emotional: you’ll learn why things like tongue position, jaw development, and nasal breathing are crucial from infancy onward. Most imp...2025-06-1315 minNo One Told MeUntethered Airway Health Podcast – Breathing New Life into DentistryIn this episode of Untethered Airway Health, Dr. Liz Turner and Dr. Meggie Graham explore how airway-focused dentistry is transforming lives at every age. They explain the often hidden links between oral development and issues like poor sleep, ADHD symptoms, and chronic fatigue. You’ll hear heartfelt stories – from infants who struggled to feed, to adults chained to CPAP machines – and learn how addressing the root causes (like narrow jaws or tongue-ties) can lead to dramatic improvements.The doctors share their personal journeys and passion for a holistic, collaborative approach to healthcare. They discuss why children don’t “grow...2025-06-1318 min
Protrusive Dental Podcast5 Airway Patients In Your Dental Practice Right Now with Dr Liz Turner – PDP226How can dentists help kids breathe, sleep, and grow better—even if the problem isn’t the teeth?
When should you refer, and what tools can you use right now in your practice?
In this AES special episode, Jaz Gulati is joined by Dr. Liz Turner and Dr. Meggie Graham—general dentists who have evolved their practice with a deep passion for airway and whole-child health.
They walk us through five real patients, including Jaz’s own son, to show what airway dentistry looks like in the real world. From growth appliances and myofunctional t...2025-06-051h 01
Protrusive Dental Podcast5 Airway Patients In Your Dental Practice Right Now with Dr Liz Turner – PDP226How can dentists help kids breathe, sleep, and grow better—even if the problem isn’t the teeth?
When should you refer, and what tools can you use right now in your practice?
In this AES special episode, Jaz Gulati is joined by Dr. Liz Turner and Dr. Meggie Graham—general dentists who have evolved their practice with a deep passion for airway and whole-child health.
They walk us through five real patients, including Jaz’s own son, to show what airway dentistry looks like in the real world. From growth appliances and myofunctional t...2025-06-051h 01
Protrusive Dental Podcast5 Airway Patients In Your Dental Practice Right Now with Dr Liz Turner – PDP226How can dentists help kids breathe, sleep, and grow better—even if the problem isn’t the teeth?
When should you refer, and what tools can you use right now in your practice?
In this AES special episode, Jaz Gulati is joined by Dr. Liz Turner and Dr. Meggie Graham—general dentists who have evolved their practice with a deep passion for airway and whole-child health.
They walk us through five real patients, including Jaz’s own son, to show what airway dentistry looks like in the real world. From growth appliances and myofunctional t...2025-06-051h 01
ASAP Pathway: THE PODCASTEp. 19 The Untethered Team, Drs. Meggie Graham and Liz TurnerThe podcast featured speakers Stacy, Maggie, and Liz discussing their journey in addressing oral restrictions and airway issues in patients. They emphasized the importance of collaboration between medicine and dentistry to provide holistic care.They highlighted the challenges faced in educating patients and medical professionals about the impact of tongue ties and the need for informed consent. The speakers also touched on the need for practitioners to present all treatment options to patients and avoid unnecessary care. They discussed the shift towards a more patient-centered approach in healthcare and the importance of advocating for comprehensive care.The podcast...2024-03-1047 min