Ep 333: Transforming airway health & smiles with MARPE featuring Dr. Svitlana Koval, DMD, MSc, BDS

This week on The Untethered Podcast™, Hallie welcomes back Dr. Svitlana Koval, Florida’s leading provider of Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE). 

Together, they explore the powerful connection between dental expansion, airway health, and facial balance covering MARPE and clear aligner mechanics, Hallie’s personal experience with her children’s treatment, timelines, post-care, and the transformative outcomes of a holistic approach.

If this episode resonates with you, snap a screenshot of you listening and share it on your Instagram Stories! Tag Hallie @halliebulkin and @drsvitlanakoval to spread the word.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ Clear Aligner (e.g., Invisalign) Journey and Airway Health

✔️ Personal Experience with MARPE and Facial Asymmetry

✔️ Understanding MARPE: Procedures and Techniques

✔️ Comparing Traditional Expanders and MARPE

✔️ Timeline and Procedures for Adult Expansion

✔️ Understanding Bone Remodeling and Expansion Techniques

✔️ Aesthetic Considerations in Orthodontic Treatment

✔️ Timeline for Appliance Removal and Bone Fusion

✔️ Impact of Expansion on Facial Structure

✔️ Addressing Concerns with Mini Screws and TADs

✔️ In-Office Procedure Insights and Patient Care

✔️ Managing Asymmetries in Facial Structure

RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT LOVE

• Ep 263: Breathing Easy – Link Between Orthodontics, Speech & Health with Dr. Svitlana Koval & Tiffany Zilberman
• Ep 331: Inside My MARPE Journey with yours truly, Hallie Bulkin

ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST

I am so excited for you to meet Dr. Svitlana Koval! You can hang out with her over on Instagram and check out her practice at drssk.com.

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