TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City

Pediatric OSA

Pediatric OSA disrupts healthy breathing during sleep. We provide gentle, non-surgical therapies that restore restful sleep and support healthy growth.

Pediatric OSA at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of New Orleans
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Over 70 Centres Located in 7 Countries

Over 70 Centres

LOCATED IN 7 COUNTRIES
Decades of Combined Experience

Decades

OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE
Tens of Thousands of Patients Treated

Tens of Thousands

OF PATIENTS TREATED
Non-invasive Solutions

What is Pediatric OSA?

Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition where a child’s airway becomes blocked during sleep, causing pauses in breathing, restless nights, and lowered oxygen levels. Unlike adults, children often don’t appear tired — instead, they may struggle with hyperactivity, poor focus, and growth delays. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City, we evaluate the airway and provide non-surgical therapies that restore healthy sleep and support long-term development.

When To Seek This Treatment

Diagnosis

Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids

Obstruct airway passages and restrict airflow during sleep.
Diagnosis

Mouth Breathing

Leads to improper jaw growth and narrow airway space.
Diagnosis

Allows the tongue to collapse into the airway during rest.

Tongue Tie or Low Tongue Posture
Diagnosis

Reduce airway size and increase obstruction risk.

Reduce airway size and increase obstruction risk.
Diagnosis

Weight-Related Factors

Extra tissue around the airway makes collapse more likely.
Understanding Pediatric OSA at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of New Orleans

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Goals Of Treatment

Restore Restful Sleep

Help children achieve deep, uninterrupted sleep so their brains and bodies can recover and grow properly.

Promote Nasal Breathing

Encourage natural nasal breathing to improve oxygen flow and reduce airway collapse at night.

Support Proper Growth

Guide jaw and airway development early to prevent long-term orthodontic or airway complications.

Boost Daytime Focus & Behavior

Improve attention, mood, and academic performance by ensuring children wake up well-rested.

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Why Choose Us?

Medication & Surgery

Why Traditional Methods Fail

Standard pediatric OSA treatments often reduce symptoms but don’t fully address airway health or long-term growth.
  • Surgery Alone
    Tonsil and adenoid removal helps some children, but OSA often persists if airway growth isn’t guided
  • CPAP Limitations
    Most children struggle to tolerate CPAP masks consistently, limiting effectiveness
  • Symptom-Only Care
    Reducing snoring doesn’t guarantee improved oxygen flow or growth patterns
  • Delayed Action
    Waiting for kids to “grow out of it” often allows airway restrictions to worsen

Our Non Surgical Approach

At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City, we offer conservative, child-friendly therapies that address the causes of airway obstruction instead of masking symptoms.
  • Custom Pediatric Appliances
    Guide jaw growth and expand airway space naturally
  • Myofunctional Therapy
    Strengthens tongue posture, nasal breathing, and swallowing patterns
  • Laser Therapy
    Tightens airway tissues and reduces snoring without invasive surgery
  • Tongue Tie Release
    Improves tongue mobility to support airway stability and proper function
TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City

Our Pediatric OSA Services

Our Commitment

Healthy Sleep, Healthy Growth

Pediatric sleep apnea doesn’t just cause snoring — it affects growth, focus, and long-term health. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City, we provide gentle, non-surgical treatments that restore healthy breathing and peaceful sleep. Take the first step for your child today.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric OSA

Pediatric OSA is one of the specialized services we provide at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City. Our focus is on identifying the root causes behind your symptoms and delivering safe, non-surgical solutions that support long-term health and comfort.

Signs include loud snoring, restless sleep, frequent waking, bedwetting, gasping for air, hyperactivity, poor focus in school, and delayed growth. If you notice these, a pediatric airway evaluation is recommended.

Yes. While often associated with adults, OSA also affects children — and symptoms look different. Instead of fatigue, kids may be hyperactive, moody, or struggle academically.

No. While tonsil and adenoid removal can help, it doesn’t always solve the problem. Non-surgical therapies like oral appliances and myofunctional therapy often provide safer, longer-lasting results without invasive procedures.

Many children show early improvements — less snoring, deeper sleep, better energy — within weeks. Long-term benefits for growth, focus, and behavior emerge over months of consistent therapy.

Untreated OSA can disrupt growth, school performance, and emotional regulation. It increases risks of TMJ problems, orthodontic issues, obesity, and even heart disease later in life. Early care prevents these outcomes.
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TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City

If you’re struggling with jaw pain, headaches, or sleep issues, the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City is here to help. Our team specializes in non-surgical TMJ and sleep therapy solutions designed to restore comfort and improve your quality of life.

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    TMJ International
    Over 70 Centres Located in 7 Countries

    Over 70 Centres

    LOCATED IN 7 COUNTRIES
    Decades of Combined Experience

    Decades

    OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE
    Tens of Thousands of Patients Treated

    Tens of Thousands

    OF PATIENTS TREATED