Airway & Sleep Health
Better breathing. Better sleep. Better health.
Dental signs can reveal sleep-related breathing concerns long before many patients realize there is a problem.
Care built around you
Your airway, sleep, and oral health are deeply linked. We screen, educate, and coordinate appropriate next steps—not replace a medical diagnosis.
Our sleep and airway screening follows American Dental Association guidance.Airway & Sleep Screening
We look for oral signs and symptoms associated with sleep-related breathing disorders.
Oral Appliance Therapy
A custom appliance may help selected patients maintain a more open airway during sleep.
Snoring Concerns
Snoring can be a warning sign and deserves appropriate evaluation rather than guesswork.
Tongue-Tie Evaluation
Restricted oral tissues may affect function, development, feeding, speech, breathing, or sleep.
HealthyStart for Kids
Early, non-invasive guidance may support healthier oral development in selected children.
Medical Coordination
We collaborate with physicians and sleep professionals when testing or diagnosis is needed.
Watch & learn
Two short films worth your time.
How sleep, breathing, and the mouth are connected—and why catching the signs early matters.
A Ticking Timebomb
How Your Mouth Tells A Story
Complimentary airway consultations available
Ask what’s included when you request your appointment.
Why patients choose Dental Horizons
Dr. Kelson’s whole-body and airway focus helps patients understand connections that are easy to miss in conventional dental care.
Frequently asked questions
Can a dentist diagnose sleep apnea?
A dentist can screen for risk and provide dental therapy after appropriate medical diagnosis, but sleep apnea diagnosis belongs to a qualified medical provider.
Is an oral appliance the same as a CPAP?
No. They work differently. Suitability depends on diagnosis, anatomy, severity, tolerance, and medical guidance.
What signs should parents watch for?
Snoring, mouth breathing, restless sleep, crowding, grinding, or daytime attention and behavior concerns may justify a conversation.
What is included in the complimentary consultation?
Complimentary airway consultations are available. Ask what is included when you request your appointment; final scope is confirmed during scheduling.
Ready when you are.
Request an appointment or call our Longmont office. We’ll help you find the right next step.