Orthodontics isn’t just about straight teeth — it’s about improving the way you breathe, sleep, and function every day. Research shows that patients who receive airway-focused orthodontic treatment experience better sleep quality, improved oral health, and higher overall well-being compared to traditional orthodontic care alone.
At Pure Health Dental & Airway in Otsego, MN, we combine orthodontics with a deep understanding of the airway. Our approach goes beyond aesthetics — we help patients in Otsego, Elk River, Rogers, Albertville, and St. Michael achieve healthier breathing, better sleep, and lifelong oral function.
If you or your child struggles with mouth breathing, snoring, sleep apnea, crowded teeth, or jaw development concerns, airway-centered orthodontics can make a life-changing difference.
Airway orthodontics focuses on creating ideal jaw growth, proper bite alignment, and a healthy airway pathway. Many common orthodontic problems — such as crowding, narrow arches, or misaligned bites — are linked to airway restriction.
Our treatments help address issues like:
Chronic mouth breathing
Snoring or sleep-disordered breathing
Daytime fatigue or poor sleep quality
Underdeveloped jaws or narrow palate
Orthodontic relapse due to airway dysfunction
By improving the shape and position of the jaw and palate, we create more room for the tongue and enhance airflow — supporting better sleep and long-term health.
Healthy airway = healthy sleep = healthy development.
At Pure Health Dental & Airway, we use advanced diagnostics to understand the full picture of your airway, jaw, and bite before creating a treatment plan:
A detailed 3D view of the airway, sinus space, jaw joints, and bone structure.
High-resolution imaging to evaluate tooth position and growth patterns.
Real-time imaging to identify hidden dental or structural issues.
Non-invasive testing to evaluate nighttime breathing and assess the risk of sleep apnea.
A specialized test that helps evaluate TMJ disorders often linked to airway issues.
This technology allows us to design orthodontic plans that enhance breathing efficiency, facial balance, oral function, and long-term stability — not just straighten teeth.
Orthodontic treatment can transform health, comfort, and confidence at any age. While airway-focused orthodontics is especially impactful during childhood growth, teens and adults can also experience significant benefits in breathing, sleep quality, bite function, and long-term oral health. At PureHealth Dental & Airway, we customize each treatment plan to meet the unique developmental and structural needs of growing children, active teens, and adults looking to improve their health later in life.
Children benefit the most from early orthodontic evaluation because their jaws and facial structures are still developing. By guiding jaw growth at a young age, we can prevent problems before they appear — rather than simply correcting them later. Early intervention helps ensure proper airway development, supporting better breathing, sleep, and facial growth.
Early airway-focused treatment can:
By expanding the palate, improving tongue posture, and supporting proper jaw positioning, we help children grow with healthier airways and stronger, more stable facial development.
The teenage years are a crucial point for orthodontic treatment because most permanent teeth have erupted, and growth is still active. Teens who receive airway-focused orthodontics benefit not only from improved alignment but also from healthier breathing patterns, better sleep, and improved daytime performance — including academics, athletics, and focus.
Our teen orthodontic care helps:
We offer flexible treatment options, including clear aligners and traditional braces, so teens can choose a style that fits their comfort and lifestyle.
It’s never too late to improve your airway, bite, or smile. Many adults seek orthodontic treatment not just for cosmetic reasons, but to improve breathing, sleep quality, and jaw function. Airway-focused orthodontics is especially helpful for adults experiencing TMJ discomfort, sleep-disordered breathing, or bite imbalance.
Orthodontics for adults can:
We also offer discreet treatment options — including ceramic braces and clear aligners — designed for busy adults who want subtle, comfortable orthodontic care that supports both airway health and confidence.
Metal or ceramic brackets paired with high-tech wires to gently and efficiently move teeth into alignment. Ceramic brackets provide a more discreet look.
Small metal or clear components bonded directly to each tooth. They work with the archwire to shift teeth over time.
Transparent, removable trays designed to straighten teeth comfortably and discreetly. Clear aligners are ideal for teens and adults who want flexibility and minimal visibility.
Airway-centered orthodontics goes beyond straightening teeth — it focuses on identifying structural issues that may be affecting breathing, sleep, facial growth, and overall well-being. Many children, teens, and adults experience symptoms without realizing they are connected to the airway. When these signs are present, airway-focused orthodontic evaluation can provide critical insight into the underlying cause.
You may benefit from airway-centered orthodontics if you notice:
Consistent mouth breathing can indicate nasal obstruction or underdeveloped jaws, both of which reduce airflow and impact proper facial growth, sleep, and oral health.
A narrow palate often leaves limited room for the tongue, contributing to airway restriction. Treating the underlying structural issue can improve breathing and create more space for teeth to align correctly.
These are early signs of sleep-disordered breathing and may reflect airway obstruction during sleep. Orthodontic treatment can help expand the airway, improving nighttime airflow.
Poor sleep quality directly affects attention, mood, and academic or work performance. Children especially may appear “hyperactive” or unfocused when the root cause is actually disrupted sleep.
Feeling tired despite a full night’s sleep can indicate that breathing during sleep isn’t optimal. Airway support can greatly improve energy levels and daily function.
Jaw misalignment and restricted airway size can strain the joints and muscles. Supporting proper jaw development often reduces TMJ symptoms.
Restricted tongue space, narrow arches, or improper jaw positioning can contribute to articulation challenges. Expanding the airway and improving oral posture can help.
Long-term nasal obstruction leads to habitual mouth breathing, which can further narrow the airway. Airway orthodontics focuses on restoring proper nasal and oral function.
By identifying and treating the root cause — not just the visible symptoms — we help patients breathe better, sleep better, and live better. Airway-centered orthodontics can reduce health risks, guide facial development, and create lasting improvements in comfort, confidence, and overall well-being.
Choosing the right orthodontic provider is about more than straightening teeth — it’s about finding a team that understands how your airway, bite, facial growth, and long-term health all work together. At Pure Health Dental & Airway, we take a comprehensive, whole-body approach to orthodontic care, ensuring your treatment supports your breathing, sleep, comfort, and confidence for life.
We look beyond the teeth to understand the full picture of your airway, jaw development, and facial growth. Our goal is not just a straighter smile but healthier breathing, better sleep, and improved overall wellness that lasts long after your orthodontic treatment is complete.
Our office uses cutting-edge technology — including CBCT 3D imaging, digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, sleep assessments, and TMJ evaluation tools — to diagnose concerns with accuracy and precision. This allows us to design treatment plans that are safe, predictable, and tailored to your exact needs.
Whether you’re seeking early intervention for a child, alignment treatment for a teen, or airway-focused orthodontics as an adult, we customize every plan to your unique structure, goals, and lifestyle. No two patients are alike, and your orthodontic care shouldn’t be either.
Our team has extensive experience in functional orthodontics — a specialty that focuses on how the teeth, jaws, tongue, and airway work together. This approach supports healthy facial balance, proper jaw function, reduced TMJ strain, and long-term stability in your bite and smile.
We proudly serve families in Otsego, Elk River, Rogers, Albertville, and St. Michael, offering accessible and comprehensive care close to home. From your first visit to your final results, our team makes sure you feel informed, supported, and confident throughout your orthodontic journey.
At Pure Health Dental & Airway, we don’t just move teeth — we improve the systems that support breathing, sleeping, and lifelong health. Our holistic, airway-centered approach ensures that every patient receives care that truly enhances their overall well-being.
Whether you’re seeking treatment for yourself or your child, our team is here to help you understand all your options and create a plan that supports long-term oral and airway health.
