Answers from an E.N.T. Perspective with Dr. Kirt Beus

In this podcast episode, Dr. Michael Bennett welcomes his colleague and friend, Dr. Kirk Beus, to discuss their collaborative work in treating patients' airway and oral health issues. Dr. Beus shares his journey into becoming an ENT and his focus on less invasive treatments for nasal and thyroid issues. The discussion emphasizes the importance of nasal breathing for proper facial development in children and how issues such as crowded teeth and TMJ disorders can be linked to airway problems. They also touch on the role of nutrition in nasal congestion and the benefits of a holistic approach in combined dental and ENT practices. The episode concludes with practical advice for professionals and the public on maintaining better nasal and ear health.

01:00 Dr. Beus's Journey to ENT

01:45 Advancements in ENT Treatments

02:25 The Connection Between Dental Crowding and Airway Issues

07:07 The Role of Nutrition in Facial Development

12:12 TMJ Disorders and Ear Symptoms

15:13 Ear Health Tips and COVID-19 Considerations

17:28 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a colleague or friend who wants to breathe better, sleep deeper, and live healthier. Your support helps us expand the conversation around airway-focused care and whole-body wellness.

Together, we can move dentistry beyond the chair.

Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD

Board-Certified Dentist | Healthcare Professions Educator

Empowering total health through airway-focused dentistry

Advanced Dental Care – Dr. Bennett’s clinical practice and patient-centered services

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Sleep and Airway Centered Dentistry with Dr. Lyly Fisher

In this podcast episode, Dr. Michael Bennett converses with Dr. Lyly Fisher, a dentist practicing in Renton, Washington. They delve into Dr. Fisher's career journey, starting with her practice over 26 years ago, and discuss her decision to go out of network with Delta Dental to maintain a personal touch with her patients. The conversation highlights Dr. Fisher's integration of the Vivos system and her growing focus on airway and sleep-centered care. They explore the importance of understanding the root causes of dental issues, linking them to overall health, and the potential for dentists to address broader health concerns due to their frequent patient interactions. The discussion also touches on the evolving role of dentists as oral physicians, working in coordination with medical professionals to improve patient wellness and prevent chronic diseases.

01:18 Dr. Fisher's Background and Practice

02:08 Challenges and Changes in Dental Practice

03:35 Exploring Airway and Sleep-Centered Dentistry

07:16 Patient Success Stories

11:49 The Role of Dentists in General Health

16:03 Future of Dentistry and Collaborative Care

21:49 Advice for Dentists and General Public

26:54 Conclusion and Farewell

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a colleague or friend who wants to breathe better, sleep deeper, and live healthier. Your support helps us expand the conversation around airway-focused care and whole-body wellness.

Together, we can move dentistry beyond the chair.

Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD

Board-Certified Dentist | Healthcare Professions Educator

Empowering total health through airway-focused dentistry

Advanced Dental Care – Dr. Bennett’s clinical practice and patient-centered services

Connect on LinkedIn – Join the movement for airway-first, total health dentistry

Want Less Injuries? Get More Sleep!

In this episode, Dr. Michael Bennett and his wife Kathy discuss the crucial importance of sleep for athletes and how chronic sleep deprivation significantly increases the risk of sports injuries, particularly in adolescent athletes. Citing recent studies, they emphasize that athletes who get less than eight hours of sleep are 1.7 times more likely to be injured. They also explore various strategies for improving sleep quality and quantity, including cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, nasal breathing, and environmental adjustments. Drawing on personal experiences and scientific insights, they underscore the vital role of sleep in overall health, immunity, and recovery from injuries.

01:07 The Importance of Sleep for Athletes

01:48 Study on Sleep Deprivation and Sports Injuries

03:59 Recommended Sleep Duration for Teenagers

06:00 Personal Experiences with Sleep and Injuries

09:12 Healing Properties of Sleep

13:15 Techniques for Improving Sleep Quality

15:29 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia

23:34 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

If you found this episode valuable, share it with a colleague or friend who wants to breathe better, sleep deeper, and live healthier. Your support helps us expand the conversation around airway-focused care and whole-body wellness.

Together, we can move dentistry beyond the chair.

Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD

Board-Certified Dentist | Healthcare Professions Educator

Empowering total health through airway-focused dentistry

Advanced Dental Care – Dr. Bennett’s clinical practice and patient-centered services

Connect on LinkedIn – Join the movement for airway-first, total health dentistry