Early childhood airway and jaw development: Practical red flags for GPs

Expert/s: Dr Luca Pomare
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In this episode, Dentist Dr Luca Pomare speaks with host Dr Rebecca Overton about recognising early airway and jaw development problems in children, from snoring and mouth breathing to fussy eating and behavioural concerns:

  • Recognise symptoms of airway obstruction and disordered facial growth
  • How to screen for children at risk of airway and jaw development problems
  • Understand how mouth breathing and low tongue posture impact quality of life
  • Explore early palatal expansion and myofunctional therapy for improving airflow, sleep and growth before age nine
  • Clarify practical referral pathways and team-based care

 

Expert: Dr Luca Pomare, Dentist

Host: Dr Rebecca Overton, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 32 mins

 

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Last Updated: 13 Aug, 2026

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