Sleep-Disorder Breathing and Orthodontic Treatment, Part 2

*The full article is available only in Chinese.

Parents often ask whether early orthodontic treatment can improve breathing, change facial shape, or prevent sleep apnea. Orthodontic specialist Dr. Yau reviews the 2019 American Association of Orthodontists white paper on obstructive sleep apnea and its 2026 update. He explains that orthodontists can help identify patients at risk, but that diagnosis and medical management remain with other medical specialists. This is part one of a two-part series. The full article is available only in Chinese.