Join Dr. McRae and Dr. Chelsie Todd as they dive deep into Dr. Todd's inspiring journey into dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and airway health. They discuss the importance of early intervention, tongue ties, orthodontics, and the groundbreaking methods of on-demand orthodontics. This episode offers valuable insights for parents and practitioners about the crucial connections between dental health, airway issues, and overall well-being in children.

00:00 Introduction and First Meeting

00:45 Journey into Dentistry

03:58 Discovering Pediatric Dentistry

06:43 Airway and Sleep Dentistry

10:02 Challenges and Rewards in Airway Dentistry

12:59 Early Intervention and Tongue Ties

18:52 Ideal Practices for Infant Oral Health

26:09 Early Dental Visits and Orthodontic Referrals

26:58 Importance of Early Growth and Development

27:18 Behavioral and Developmental Red Flags

27:39 Case Study: Early Intervention Success

28:21 Impact of Mouth Breathing and Sleep Issues

29:18 Aligners for Young Children

29:59 Signs Parents Should Look For

32:49 Aligner Therapy and Monitoring

35:32 Challenges and Solutions in Orthodontics

42:18 Advanced Imaging and Treatment Planning

46:14 Compliance and Benefits of Aligners

46:53 Expanding Treatment Options

50:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts