The Holistic Speech Path Podcast
In a rapidly evolving world, we began to challenge ourselves and the traditional norms of speech and language therapy, recognizing that it was no longer meeting the diverse needs of our clients.
This podcast is about moving beyond conventional medical models. We explore holistic, whole-child approaches while listening to and trusting each family’s lived experience.
The Holistic Speech Path Podcast
Unlocking Airway Health: A Conversation with Dr. Svitlana Koval
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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Svitlana Koval shares her journey into airway-focused orthodontics, emphasizing the importance of understanding the airway in relation to orthodontic treatment. She discusses the impact of sleep disordered breathing with children and adults, the significance of oral anatomy in speech therapy, and the role of the oral microbiome. Dr. Koval also explains innovative procedures like MARPE (Miniscrew-assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) highlighting their benefits for airway health and overall well-being. The discussion underscores the need for an interdisciplinary approach in treatment, guiding parents on how to seek the best support for their children and how fundamental it is to assess a child's airway when symptoms arise.
Website: https://www.drssk.com/
Instagram: @drsvitlanakoval
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drsvitlanakoval
00:00
Introduction to Dr. Svitlana Koval
02:33
The Journey to Airway-Focused Orthodontics
06:26
Understanding Airway and Orthodontics
11:05
The Impact of Sleep Disordered Breathing
15:52
Anatomy and Oral Motor Observations
20:30
The Role of Mouth Breathing in Oral Health
24:58
MARPE and Palatal Expansion Procedures
32:28
Posture and Airway Treatment
36:22
Finding the Right Support for Airway Issues
