{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Protrusive Dental Podcast","title":"Airway Dentistry with Jeff Rouse – PDP229","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3885,"description":"Are you considering the airway in your treatment planning?\nCould centric relation (CR) be compromising your patient’s breathing?\nWhen you open the vertical dimension, are you making the airway better—or worse?\nWelcome to another AES 2026 series episode, this time with LEGEND Dr. Jeff Rouse as he joins Jaz in this eye-opening episode to explore how airway, aesthetics, and function are deeply interconnected—especially in prosthodontics.\nThey discuss key clinical scenarios like vertical dimension changes, examining how your choices may impact the airway—sometimes in ways you didn’t expect. With practical insights and examples, this episode will help you make smarter, airway-conscious decisions that elevate both your functional and aesthetic outcomes.\n https://youtu.be/-Ut-qme7Vcg \nWatch PDP229 on Youtube\nProtrusive Dental Pearl: Plan your breaks 12 months in advance to avoid burnout and ensure quality time with your loved ones. Prioritize rest and connection before reaching exhaustion—your body, mind, and heart will thank you.\nNeed to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!\nKey Takeaways\nAirway health is crucial in dentistry, impacting aesthetics and function.\nUnderstanding airway issues can lead to better treatment outcomes for patients.\nBreastfeeding plays a significant role in childhood development and airway health.\nInterdisciplinary approaches are essential for effective adult treatment.\nAesthetics and function are key factors in airway prosthodontics.\nMost patients are unaware of their airway issues until they are addressed.\nEarly intervention in childhood can prevent future airway problems.\nCombining orthodontics and prosthodontics can enhance patient care.\nAirway management is crucial for overall patient health.\nA great bite is not just about teeth alignment.\nPathway wear can indicate deeper dental issues.\nVertical dimension changes can negatively impact airway.\nUnderstanding joint positions is essential in treatment planning.\nContinuous...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/hLSIeRiYSp0oTfIk0BzEukFutShD18hH3f6fq4QHsWw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lZmM0/ZTNjYzdiZDJhNGFj/MzBiYmU2NTUwNmM2/NzQ2My5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}