“I have seen night and day changes in my 10 year old. He is more attentive and less reactive, more energy, and now doing things on his own without me constantly hounding him about his responsibilities. Since starting, I’ve even noticed his grades at school have improved! Being able sleep better at night has really helped him.”
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Many childhood health problems can be linked to poor jaw development.
ADHD, bedwetting, tonsillitis, hyperactivity, asthma, night terrors, headaches…
Today’s kids are experiencing more health challenges than ever before, and many physicians don’t have good
answers for why—or how to combat them. Discouraged, parents turn to medication to offer their children some
relief.
Mouth
Breather
Nose
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Our jaws are
shrinking!
Your child’s face and jaw development determines everything from proper airway volume to the position and alignment of their teeth—even their facial beauty!
Scientists have found that our modern lifestyles and processed diets have altered our gene expression, resulting in smaller jaws. This is a serious concern because it impacts our ability to breathe and sleep correctly, causing a multitude of other issues!
SDB (Sleep
Disordered Breathing)
Our smaller jaws impact our airway development, which can lead to a wide variety of other symptoms and health issues.
Dentists can—and do!—play an essential role in caring for patients with certain sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBD), and they are well-positioned to identify patients at greater risk of SRBD. These disorders can be caused by many different things and are treated most successfully when dentists and medical professionals work together.
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A recent study found that up to 93% of kids have malocclusion (crooked teeth), which is a visual sign of the underdeveloped jaws that cause possible breathing issues.
In children, a dentist’s recognition of poor jaw or facial development (or other risk factors) early on may lead to a medical referral or intervention to treat and/or prevent SRBD. Because these issues are often related to smaller jaws and mouth breathing, it’s critical to train patients to shift to nasal breathing instead.
The Toothpillow system
The Toothpillow System is a preventative, pre-orthodontic method that corrects and supports proper jaw development, promoting nasal breathing and preventing—even fixing—dozens of health problems down the road. It gets to the root causes of misaligned teeth, often without the need for braces or tooth extraction.
This treatment is most effective for children between the ages of 3 and 12, and involves wearing removable appliances inside the mouth for 1-2 hours during the day and overnight while sleeping. These appliances help guide natural growth and development, mitigating the detrimental effects of modern living on their mouths, jaws, and airways.
Kids who breathe better, live better!
Discover the difference Toothpillow can make.
Is my child a candidate?Better Sleep
By improving your child’s breathing and reducing interrupted sleep patterns, Toothpillow can possibly help your child get the proper rest they need to thrive in their daily lives
Improved Behavior
Studies have shown that better sleep and proper breathing leads to increased cognitive function, better focus, and improved behavior all-around!
happy lives
By addressing the very foundations of your child’s oral health, Toothpillow promotes their happiness, too… because an oxygenated, well-rested child is a happy child!
The process
Get started today.
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Easy online assessment
We will walk you through step-by-step. Answer a few questions, snap a few pics, take a few measurements and you’re all set.
Is my child a candidate?
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Meet your doctor virtually
A Toothpillow affiliated, state-licensed dentist reviews your photos, medical and dental history, and impression of your teeth, before approving your custom treatment plan.
Is my child a candidate?3
Customized treatment plan
Your doctor and staff will create a customized treatment plan for you and ship your Toothpillow guides directly to your home.
Is my child a candidate?A care team that actually cares.
Airway Dentist
Airway dentists concentrate on the relationship between the structure of the mouth and respiratory function. They examine the presence of mouth breathing during sleep as a potential indication of sleep-disordered breathing
Myofunctional Therapist
Myofunctional therapists use a variety of techniques, including exercises and behavioral modification, to help patients improve the function of the muscles of the face, mouth, and throat, and address any related health issues.
Virtual Support Team
Our virtual support team is committed to providing fast answers and support, even during the early morning hours. They will go above and beyond to ensure that you receive the best possible care.
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Changing lives one kid at a time!
“My 6 year old grinds so badly! I’m so thankful for Toothpillow because she wears it every night & no more grinding. I never realized how big of a deal that was.”
Toothpillow parent
I have been AMAZED at how much this has helped my kiddo. To know he has a team of Doctors now, wanting to help him after years of our struggles - it makes me really happy to have found this company.”
Toothpillow parent
“Both kids in treatment, 100% can tell they are more rested and for my youngest son his teacher is the one who sees the biggest difference.”
Toothpillow parent
I have been AMAZED at how much this has helped my kiddo. To know he has a team of Doctors now, wanting to help him after years of our struggles - it makes me really happy to have found this company.”
Toothpillow parent
“Both kids in treatment, 100% can tell they are more rested and for my youngest son his teacher is the one who sees the biggest difference.”
Toothpillow parent
Pay now, save later.
Choose the payment option that works for you and save money on orthodontic and dental work. We also accept HSA, FSA, and CareCredit. Your insurance may cover a portion of your Toothpillow treatment.
Is my child a candidate?faqs
Read MoreWill it help with my crowded/crooked teeth?
Maybe! Case by case our Providers will try to help promote a healthy airway by helping your child
breathe better at night. That is our main goal. If we can also provide a nice smile and healthy tongue
posture, those are the bonuses of our treatment. We can often show that as we are able to help promote
jaw growth, we make space for their teeth to actually fit their mouth. Bye-bye crowding if that goal is
achieved! Your child may still need orthodontics to finish the case and give a more aligned end result.
Our hope is that they will first be properly rested and breathing better therefore a better breathing
child, leads to a better sleeping child, who then becomes a better learning child.
How long does treatment last?
All treatment time varies based on starting age and case severity. Your Toothpillow Provider will be
able to give you some treatment goals and a relative estimate of the length of time. They will also be
able to size your child up to the next Toothpillow appliance when they are ready for that transition.
Is Toothpillow covered by insurance?
You can seek reimbursement through your dental insurance company for orthodontic services. Your dental
plan may have a maximum or exclusions on the amount you spend on orthodontic services. For example, you
may only have a certain amount of money you can spend per year and be covered for orthodontics, or
there may be a waiting period between dental treatments. Many plans also apply a lifetime maximum to
orthodontic treatment. You will want to contact your Medical/Dental insurance company directly to
inquire about specifics related to your plan.
How can I refer people to Toothpillow?
Yes! It actually pays to refer friends! If you refer 5 patients you get a whole treatment for free.
The more you refer, the more points you get that can translate to Disneyland tickets, mommy makeovers,
and more!Become an ambassador today
What qualifies your doctors to treat my child?
Our doctors are qualified Dentists. Dentists can and do play an essential role in the multidisciplinary
care of patients with certain sleep related breathing disorders.
Our Dental licenses are current and they also carry special training in the field of Airway and Dental Sleep Medicine. This includes diplomats from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the American Sleep and Breathing Association amongst other accolades. They have treated thousands of kiddos already in this exact airway therapy.
How often does my child wear it?
1-2 hours during the day and overnight while sleeping. These appliances help guide natural growth and
development, mitigating the detrimental effects of modern living on their mouths, jaws, and airways.
What is the Toothpillow appliance made out of?
The material of our Toothpillow appliance is made of BPA and latex-free medical-grade polymer.
What are some benefits of nasal breathing?
Your nose is designed to help you breathe safely, efficiently, and properly. It can do this due to its
ability to:
- Filter out foreign particles. Nasal hairs filters out dust, allergens, and pollen, which helps prevent them from entering your lungs.
- Humidify inhaled air. Your nose warms and moisturizes the air you breathe in. This brings the air you inhale to body temperature, making it easier for your lungs to use.
- Produce nitric oxide. During nasal breathing, your nose releases nitric oxide (NO). NO is a vasodilator, which means it helps to widen blood vessels. This can help improve oxygen circulation in your body.
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