Listen "#76 – Dr. Kimberly Santiago – Skeletal vs. Dental Expansion – Asking the Tough Questions"
Episode Synopsis
General dentist Dr. Kimberly Santiago dives into the transformative power of skeletal expanders (MARPE) and functional jaw development. Topics include growth milestones in jaw development, aligning airway health with aesthetics, sleep studies for kids, advancements in bandless MARPE, and protocols for slow expansion. Dr. Kim Santiagohttps://www.instagram.com/airsyncwellness/https://www.airsyncwellness.comJawHacks Official eBookhttps://substack.com/@jawhacks 1-on-1 Chat with Ronhttps://jawhacks.com/chatsALL JawHacks Linkshttps://linktr.ee/jawhacksTimestamps00:00:00 - Introduction to tooth-borne vs bone-borne expanders00:04:22 - Importance of early jaw development for airway health00:06:18 - Sleep studies and jaw development in children00:08:07 - MARPE for pre-adolescents00:10:55 - Benefits and outcomes of skeletal expanders00:14:23 - Challenges in using MARPE for younger patients00:17:32 - Avoiding dental-alveolar effects with bandless MARPE00:19:45 - Aligners and expanders00:22:31 - No-diastema MARPE protocol00:26:11 - Why slow expansion techniques are becoming the standard00:30:55 - Role of cortical punctures in enhancing skeletal expansion00:35:18 - Advantages of bandless MARPE00:40:02 - Debunking myths about premolar extractions and their impact00:45:40 - Functional dentistry and its focus on airway-centered care00:50:23 - Detailed case study of successful MARPE01:01:04 - Advancements in CBCT imaging01:06:38 - MARPE customization01:12:45 - Suture stimulation for adult expansion.01:19:13 - Addressing skeletal asymmetries with MARPE01:25:41 - Managing complications of MARPE + SFO T01:30:08 - The benefits of 3D-printed expanders01:35:29 - Enhancing stability in jaw expansion01:39:50 - Dr. Santiago’s jaw surgery CBCTs01:41:57 - Using CB imaging for cranial base and alignment corrections01:51:30 - Practical insights into aligning cranial planes and nasal spine01:55:12 - Functional improvements with Homeoblock.02:01:23 - Functional and aesthetic goals.02:08:14 - Case studies on MARPE’s impact on airway and symmetry02:15:38 - Dr. Santiago’s vision for the future of airway-centered dentistry02:22:51 - Comprehensive care offerings from Dr. Santiago’s practice02:27:50 - Final thoughts on remote consults02:29:41 - Importance of SFOT for improving bone stabilityNO MEDICAL OR DENTAL ADVICE. Ronald Ead and JAWHACKS, LLC, dba JawHacks (collectively, “we”) does not give medical advice. We are not licensed medical professionals. The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Reliance on any information provided in this video is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information presented. You should not use these materials to diagnose or treat any health issues, illnesses or diseases. In addition, we do not recommend or endorse any provider of health care or health-related products, items, or services.