The Hidden Link Between Breathing, Tongue Ties, and Total Health: What Hygienists Need to Know
With Elizabeth Turner
Airway health is one of the most overlooked aspects of dentistry—and yet it impacts everything from growth and development to sleep, systemic health, and quality of life. This course will uncover the critical but often missed connection between breathing, tongue ties, and oral function. We will walk through what to look for in infants, children, and adults, and explore how airway issues present at every age. Participants will learn how to identify early signs, understand the long- and short-term consequences of compromised airway health, and become confident in recognizing when to refer for further evaluation or treatment. Hygienists play a pivotal role as the first line of defense in identifying airway dysfunction, and this course will equip you with the tools to make that impact.
At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
This is an interactive student webinar designed specifically for current students and recent grads. While your camera will be off, we encourage lively discussion in the chat box—ask questions, share takeaways, and connect with other future professionals!
This format is designed to be flexible and student-friendly, so feel free to tune in between classes, during your commute, or wherever you may be. Whether you're soaking up info on the go or participating from your couch, we're glad you're here!
Dr. Elizabeth Turner is the co-founder of Untethered Airway Health Center, where she helps people of all ages thrive through airway-focused dentistry. She is a leading expert in breathing-related sleep disorders, tethered oral tissues, and comprehensive dentistry. She also co-hosts the podcast No One Told Me: The Airway Health Connection, where she shares insights on the critical role airway health plays in overall wellness.
Passionate about mentorship and education, Dr. Turner created The Untethered Way, a comprehensive course designed to help dental colleagues understand the vital intersection of dentistry and airway health. Through this program, she provides practical guidance on integrating airway-focused principles into everyday practice, empowering clinicians to optimize patient outcomes and rethink traditional approaches to oral health.
A graduate of Tufts School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Turner originally hails from Maine. As a mother who watched her own son transform after tongue tie treatment, she understands both the concerns parents face and the care needed for optimal results. She is a visiting faculty member for Spear Education and lectures nationally on airway-focused care. Dr. Turner resides in Denver, CO with her family and loves all things health, outdoors, and fitness.
Email: julie@clouddentistry.com
Location: Virtual
With Elizabeth Turner
Airway health is one of the most overlooked aspects of dentistry—and yet it impacts everything from growth and development to sleep, systemic health, and quality of life. This course will uncover the critical but often missed connection between breathing, tongue ties, and oral function. We will walk through what to look for in infants, children, and adults, and explore how airway issues present at every age. Participants will learn how to identify early signs, understand the long- and short-term consequences of compromised airway health, and become confident in recognizing when to refer for further evaluation or treatment. Hygienists play a pivotal role as the first line of defense in identifying airway dysfunction, and this course will equip you with the tools to make that impact.
At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
This is an interactive student webinar designed specifically for current students and recent grads. While your camera will be off, we encourage lively discussion in the chat box—ask questions, share takeaways, and connect with other future professionals!
This format is designed to be flexible and student-friendly, so feel free to tune in between classes, during your commute, or wherever you may be. Whether you're soaking up info on the go or participating from your couch, we're glad you're here!
Dr. Elizabeth Turner is the co-founder of Untethered Airway Health Center, where she helps people of all ages thrive through airway-focused dentistry. She is a leading expert in breathing-related sleep disorders, tethered oral tissues, and comprehensive dentistry. She also co-hosts the podcast No One Told Me: The Airway Health Connection, where she shares insights on the critical role airway health plays in overall wellness.
Passionate about mentorship and education, Dr. Turner created The Untethered Way, a comprehensive course designed to help dental colleagues understand the vital intersection of dentistry and airway health. Through this program, she provides practical guidance on integrating airway-focused principles into everyday practice, empowering clinicians to optimize patient outcomes and rethink traditional approaches to oral health.
A graduate of Tufts School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Turner originally hails from Maine. As a mother who watched her own son transform after tongue tie treatment, she understands both the concerns parents face and the care needed for optimal results. She is a visiting faculty member for Spear Education and lectures nationally on airway-focused care. Dr. Turner resides in Denver, CO with her family and loves all things health, outdoors, and fitness.
Email: julie@clouddentistry.com
Location: Virtual
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