“Breathe Better. Sleep Better. Live Better.”
Key Takeaways
- Oral appliance therapy represents a groundbreaking advancement in pediatric sleep apnea treatment, offering a non-invasive alternative that works with your child’s natural growth and development rather than against it
- Recent FDA clearances have validated what forward-thinking dentists have known for years—properly designed oral devices can effectively treat moderate to severe sleep apnea in children as young as six years old
- The success of oral appliance therapy depends heavily on a comprehensive airway assessment using advanced diagnostic technology like 3D CBCT imaging to identify the root causes of airway obstruction
- Early intervention with oral appliances doesn’t just improve sleep—it can fundamentally change the trajectory of your child’s facial development, cognitive function, and overall health for life
When your child struggles to breathe at night, every parent’s protective instinct kicks in. You’ve probably watched them sleep, noticed the pauses between breaths, heard the snoring that seems too loud for someone so small, or seen them toss and turn trying to find a position where breathing comes easier. Maybe teachers have mentioned concentration issues, or you’ve noticed behavioral changes that don’t quite add up. What you might not realize is that these signs could point to pediatric obstructive sleep apnea, a condition affecting up to 5% of children that can have profound effects on their development, learning, and long-term health.
Here’s what makes this particularly challenging for parents in Mansfield, Arlington, Burleson, and throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area: pediatric sleep apnea doesn’t look the same as adult sleep apnea. While adults typically present with excessive daytime sleepiness, children often become hyperactive, inattentive, or struggle academically. Many parents spend years trying to address behavioral issues or learning difficulties without realizing the root cause lies in how their child breathes during sleep.
At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, we’ve witnessed firsthand how addressing airway issues through oral appliance therapy can transform not just a child’s sleep, but their entire life trajectory. As a D Magazine Best Dentist from 2021 through 2025 and someone whose work has been featured on NBC, ABC, FOX, CW, CBS, and TEDx, Dr. Jiyoung Jung brings a comprehensive, airway-focused approach that looks beyond symptoms to address root causes.
Understanding Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea: More Than Just Snoring
Let’s talk about what’s actually happening when a child has obstructive sleep apnea. During sleep, the muscles throughout the body naturally relax—including those that keep the airway open. For children with certain structural characteristics, this normal relaxation becomes problematic. The airway narrows or collapses, restricting airflow to the lungs. When oxygen levels drop or carbon dioxide builds up, the brain sends an emergency signal that partially wakes the child just enough to restore breathing. This cycle can repeat dozens or even hundreds of times each night, fragmenting sleep and preventing the deep, restorative rest that growing bodies desperately need.
What makes pediatric sleep apnea particularly insidious is how it affects development during critical growth periods. Between ages two and six, when sleep apnea is most common, the brain is rapidly developing, facial structures are forming, and behavioral patterns are being established. Chronic oxygen deprivation during this window doesn’t just cause temporary problems—it can alter the course of development in ways that persist into adulthood.
The nighttime symptoms might include loud snoring punctuated by pauses and gasps, restless sleep with frequent position changes, excessive sweating, unusual sleep positions like hyperextension of the neck, bedwetting in a child who was previously dry at night, or witnessed breathing pauses. During the day, you might notice mouth breathing becomes the default, morning headaches that your child can’t quite explain, difficulty concentrating or paying attention, behavioral issues that seem out of character, hyperactivity that looks similar to ADHD, poor academic performance despite adequate intelligence, or slower growth compared to peers.
Children with sleep apnea don’t typically complain about being tired the way adults do. Instead, their bodies go into overdrive, producing the hyperactive or inattentive behaviors that often lead to misdiagnosis. Some studies suggest that 20 to 30 percent of children with snoring or sleep apnea have clinically significant attention and hyperactivity issues—yet when the underlying breathing problem gets addressed, many of those behavioral concerns improve dramatically.
Why Traditional Treatments Fall Short for Many Families
For decades, the standard treatment for pediatric sleep apnea has been removal of the tonsils and adenoids. When enlarged adenotonsillar tissue is the primary culprit, this surgery can indeed resolve the problem. However, what many parents discover is that surgery isn’t always the complete answer.
Adenotonsillectomy doesn’t address other structural factors that contribute to airway obstruction—a narrow upper jaw, a recessed lower jaw, a high palate, or insufficient tongue space. In children where these anatomic factors play a significant role, removing tonsils and adenoids may reduce symptoms without fully resolving the condition. Research shows that a significant percentage of children continue to have residual sleep apnea even after surgery.
CPAP machines, while effective when used consistently, present their own challenges in pediatric patients. Picture trying to convince a six-year-old to wear a mask connected to a machine every single night. Compliance rates in children are notoriously low, and long-term CPAP use during critical developmental periods may affect facial growth patterns. Plus, CPAP addresses symptoms without changing the underlying structural issues—it’s managing the problem rather than treating the root cause.
This is where oral appliance therapy enters the picture as a genuine game-changer for many families throughout Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, and surrounding communities. Rather than simply removing tissue or mechanically forcing air into the lungs, oral appliances work with the body’s natural growth processes to create lasting structural change.
How Oral Appliances Work: Guiding Growth Rather Than Fighting It
Think of oral appliance therapy for children as developmental orthodontics with a critical airway focus. Unlike traditional braces that simply straighten crooked teeth, these specialized devices are designed to guide the growth and development of the jaws, palate, and surrounding structures in ways that expand and stabilize the airway.
The science behind this approach is elegant in its simplicity. During childhood and adolescence, the facial bones are still developing. They’re responsive to gentle, consistent guidance in ways that adult bones simply aren’t. Oral appliances take advantage of this developmental window, applying light, continuous pressure that encourages the jaws to grow forward and the palate to widen, creating more space for the tongue and opening the airway.
Different types of oral appliances serve different purposes depending on your child’s specific needs. Mandibular advancement devices gently encourage the lower jaw to grow forward, reducing the tendency for the tongue to fall back and block the airway during sleep. These devices can be particularly effective for children with a recessed lower jaw. Palatal expansion appliances widen the upper jaw, creating more space in the nasal passages and upper airway while providing better tongue space. Many children breathe through their mouths because their nasal passages are too narrow—expansion addresses this at its source. Combination devices integrate advancement and expansion, addressing multiple aspects of airway restriction simultaneously.
What makes these devices particularly powerful is that they’re typically worn at night and for several hours during the day, working consistently during the critical developmental years. Unlike a surgery that provides a one-time structural change, oral appliances guide ongoing growth in the right direction, creating changes that become permanent as the child matures.
Recent clinical trials have validated what dentists specializing in airway-focused care have observed for years. Studies show that properly designed and monitored oral appliances can reduce sleep apnea symptoms by more than 60 percent, decrease snoring by nearly 60 percent, and increase airway volume by 40 percent. In September 2024, the FDA granted clearance for the first oral appliance specifically indicated to treat moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in children aged six to seventeen—a landmark recognition of this treatment approach’s safety and efficacy.
Dr. Jung’s Three Legs of the Healing Stool: A Whole-Body Approach to Airway Health
At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, treatment decisions aren’t made in isolation. Dr. Jung’s pioneering “Three Legs of the Healing Stool” philosophy recognizes that true healing requires addressing three interconnected pillars: structural balance, chemical balance, and emotional-mental-spiritual balance. Just as a three-legged stool needs all three legs to remain stable, optimal health depends on balancing these essential elements.
When it comes to pediatric sleep apnea and oral appliance therapy, this comprehensive framework ensures we’re not just treating symptoms but addressing root causes and supporting your child’s overall wellness.
Structural balance involves much more than tooth alignment. We evaluate your child’s entire craniofacial structure, looking at jaw position and relationship, palate width and shape, tongue size and positioning, nasal airway patency, head and neck posture, and overall body alignment. An oral appliance that successfully guides jaw growth addresses structural balance by creating proper skeletal relationships that support optimal breathing. However, we also recognize that jaw position affects the entire spine and posture—which is why we may recommend collaborative care with chiropractors or physical therapists when appropriate.
Chemical balance considers the body’s internal environment and how it affects healing and development. For a child with sleep apnea, this includes assessing inflammatory factors that might contribute to tissue swelling in the airway, evaluating nutritional status and its impact on growth and development, identifying potential allergens or irritants affecting breathing, and understanding how sleep quality affects hormone balance and metabolism. Poor sleep disrupts the chemical balance of the body in profound ways, affecting everything from growth hormone release to stress hormone regulation. By improving sleep quality through oral appliance therapy, we help restore chemical equilibrium.
Emotional-mental-spiritual balance acknowledges the connection between mental state and physical health. Chronic sleep deprivation affects mood, behavior, and cognitive function. Children with untreated sleep apnea often struggle with anxiety, frustration, or behavioral issues that resolve once their breathing improves. We create a supportive, understanding environment where children feel safe and parents feel heard. The treatment process itself—which requires patience and cooperation—becomes an opportunity for building resilience and healthy habits.
This integrated approach, combined with advanced diagnostic technology and specialized training, is what sets Central Park Dental & Orthodontics apart from practices that simply prescribe an appliance and hope for the best.
Advanced Diagnostic Technology: Seeing What Others Miss
You can’t treat what you can’t accurately diagnose. That’s why Central Park Dental & Orthodontics invests in advanced diagnostic technology that allows us to visualize and analyze your child’s airway in three dimensions.
Our 3D CBCT imaging provides detailed views of the entire craniofacial structure, revealing how different anatomic features contribute to airway restriction. We can see the size and position of the adenoids and tonsils, measure the dimensions of the nasal passages and pharyngeal airway, evaluate jaw relationships and growth patterns, and assess how the tongue fits within the available space. This technology allows us to identify problems that might be missed on a standard two-dimensional X-ray or clinical exam.
Specialized medical imaging visualization and analysis software takes this data and transforms it into actionable treatment planning. We can measure airway volumes with precision, simulate how growth guidance will affect airway dimensions, and track changes over time to ensure treatment is progressing as planned. This isn’t guesswork—it’s data-driven care that allows us to customize treatment to your child’s specific anatomy.
Advanced laser technology serves multiple roles in our practice. While we use it for various procedures that support overall oral health, laser therapy can also address soft tissue issues that contribute to airway restriction. By tightening tissues in strategic locations, we can help optimize airway patency in ways that complement oral appliance therapy.
For some patients, we can also provide home sleep testing directly at our Mansfield location. While polysomnography in a sleep lab remains the gold standard for diagnosing sleep apnea, home testing can be a valuable screening tool and follow-up option for monitoring treatment progress. This convenience makes it easier for families in Alvarado, Lillian, Midlothian, Fort Worth, and throughout the region to access the diagnostic services they need.
The Treatment Journey: What to Expect
Understanding the treatment process helps set realistic expectations and prepares your family for success. Here’s what the journey typically looks like when you choose oral appliance therapy for your child’s sleep apnea.
Your first visit to Central Park Dental & Orthodontics focuses on comprehensive evaluation. Dr. Jung will take a detailed medical and sleep history, understanding not just your child’s symptoms but their overall health picture. A thorough clinical examination assesses oral structures, breathing patterns, and facial development. We’ll review any existing sleep study results or arrange for appropriate testing if not yet completed. Advanced imaging with our 3D CBCT system provides the detailed anatomic information needed for treatment planning. Most importantly, we’ll take time to listen to your concerns and answer your questions, ensuring you understand both the problem and the proposed solution.
Custom appliance design and fabrication comes next. Using the diagnostic data we’ve gathered, we design an oral appliance specifically for your child’s anatomy and needs. Precise impressions or digital scans ensure an accurate fit that’s comfortable enough for consistent wear. We carefully explain how the appliance works and what to expect, setting the stage for successful treatment.
The initial fitting and adjustment phase requires patience from both child and parent. At the first appliance delivery appointment, we ensure proper fit and comfort while teaching your child and you how to insert, remove, and care for the device. The first few nights require an adjustment period as your child gets used to the sensation. We schedule frequent follow-up visits initially to make any necessary modifications and ensure compliance. Regular activation or adjustment of the appliance continues the guided growth process. This isn’t a “set it and forget it” treatment—consistent monitoring and adjustment are essential for optimal results.
Ongoing monitoring and refinement extends throughout the treatment period, which typically lasts twelve to twenty-four months depending on your child’s age and the severity of their condition. We track changes in symptoms, sleep quality, and behavior, using repeat imaging to document structural changes in the jaw and airway, and conduct follow-up sleep testing to objectively measure improvement. Treatment timing may be adjusted based on your child’s growth patterns and response. As the jaw and airway structures stabilize in their new positions, the frequency of adjustments typically decreases. Eventually, many children transition to a retainer-type device that maintains the structural improvements achieved through treatment.
Throughout this journey, we maintain close communication with your family. You’re not just receiving a medical device—you’re partnering with a team that’s invested in your child’s long-term health and development.
Who Benefits Most from Oral Appliance Therapy
Oral appliance therapy isn’t appropriate for every child with sleep apnea, but it can be transformative for those who are good candidates. Ideal candidates typically include children aged six to seventeen who are still actively growing, those diagnosed with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea or snoring, children with specific structural issues like narrow upper jaw, recessed lower jaw, or high palate, kids who need orthodontic treatment anyway and can address both concerns simultaneously, patients for whom surgery is not recommended or has not fully resolved symptoms, and families seeking a non-invasive alternative to CPAP therapy.
Children who particularly benefit often have specific anatomic features that oral appliances are designed to address. A child with a narrow upper jaw often mouth breathes because their nasal passages are constricted. Palatal expansion creates space that allows nasal breathing to become comfortable and natural. Kids with a recessed lower jaw may experience airway collapse as the tongue position shifts backward during sleep. Mandibular advancement guides the lower jaw forward, bringing the tongue with it and opening the airway. Those with insufficient tongue space often have tongues that are actually normal-sized but don’t have adequate room within a narrow jaw structure. Creating more space allows the tongue to rest in a forward position that doesn’t block the airway.
Even children who’ve had their tonsils and adenoids removed but continue to have breathing issues may be excellent candidates. Residual sleep apnea after adenotonsillectomy often indicates structural factors that weren’t addressed by surgery—precisely what oral appliances are designed to correct.
What Makes Central Park Dental & Orthodontics Different
Pediatric airway-focused care is not something that’s part of traditional dental training. It requires significant additional education, specialized equipment, and a philosophical commitment to treating the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. Here’s what sets our Mansfield practice apart for families throughout the region.
Dr. Jung has pursued extensive continuing education specifically in sleep-disordered breathing and airway development. Her Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, achieved by only six percent of dentists nationwide, required over 500 hours of continuing education and a comprehensive examination. This dedication to lifelong learning ensures our patients benefit from the latest research and most advanced treatment protocols.
Our commitment to collaborative care means we work closely with a network of healthcare professionals including sleep physicians who can provide formal diagnosis and testing, ear-nose-throat specialists when surgical consultation is appropriate, orthodontists for comprehensive treatment planning, myofunctional therapists who teach exercises that support proper oral muscle function, chiropractors and physical therapists when posture and alignment need attention, and nutritionists or functional medicine practitioners for whole-body wellness support. We recognize that complex health issues require a team approach, and we’re committed to coordinating care that serves your child’s best interests.
Advanced technology and comprehensive diagnostics ensure we’re making treatment decisions based on detailed, objective data rather than assumptions. Our investment in 3D CBCT imaging, specialized analysis software, and other diagnostic tools reflects our commitment to precision and outcomes.
The Three Legs of the Healing Stool philosophy permeates every aspect of care, ensuring we address structural, chemical, and emotional-mental-spiritual factors that affect your child’s health. This comprehensive framework leads to better outcomes because it recognizes the interconnected nature of health and healing.
A proven track record of media recognition on NBC, ABC, FOX, CW, CBS, and TEDx, along with consistent recognition as a D Magazine Best Dentist from 2021 through 2025, reflects both clinical excellence and thought leadership in airway-focused dentistry. These aren’t just accolades—they represent validation from peers and media that our approach delivers results.
The Broader Impact: How Better Breathing Changes Lives
When we talk about treating pediatric sleep apnea with oral appliances, we’re not just talking about reducing snoring or helping your child sleep through the night. We’re talking about interventions that can fundamentally alter the trajectory of their development and quality of life.
Academic performance often improves dramatically when sleep quality improves. Children who previously struggled with attention or memory find that school becomes easier. The “ADHD-like” symptoms that were actually sleep deprivation resolve, revealing the capable student who was there all along. Behavioral issues often diminish as well. The irritability, mood swings, or aggression that stemmed from chronic exhaustion give way to a calmer, more emotionally regulated child. Parents frequently tell us they feel like they have their child back.
Physical growth and development proceed normally when sleep allows proper growth hormone release. Children who were tracking below their growth curve often catch up. Facial development follows a more optimal pattern, leading to better skeletal relationships and improved appearance. Athletic performance may improve as breathing becomes more efficient and energy levels increase.
Social relationships benefit when children feel better and behave better. They’re able to engage more positively with peers and family members. The confidence that comes from improved appearance and reduced behavioral issues creates positive feedback loops that extend far beyond sleep quality itself.
Perhaps most importantly, early intervention prevents the cumulative damage that untreated sleep apnea can cause. Chronic oxygen deprivation during critical developmental periods, cardiovascular stress from repeated breathing interruptions, hormonal disruptions from poor sleep quality, and cognitive impacts from chronic sleep fragmentation—all of these can be prevented or minimized when we address airway issues early and comprehensively.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oral Appliance Therapy for Children
How long does my child need to wear the appliance?
This varies based on individual factors, but most children wear their appliance for twelve to twenty-four months during active treatment. Typically, the device is worn during sleep and for several hours during the day as recommended. After the active growth guidance phase, your child may transition to a retainer-type device to maintain the structural improvements. We create a customized timeline based on your child’s age, growth patterns, and response to treatment.
Will the appliance be uncomfortable?
There’s typically an adjustment period as your child gets used to having something in their mouth during sleep, much like adjusting to braces. We ensure proper fit and make modifications as needed to maximize comfort. Most children adapt within the first week or two. The appliances are custom-made for your child’s mouth, not one-size-fits-all devices, which significantly improves comfort and tolerance.
Can my child still play sports or musical instruments?
Since the appliance is primarily worn during sleep and for specified hours at home, it typically doesn’t interfere with daytime activities. For contact sports, we can discuss protective options if the appliance needs to be worn during practice times. Most musical instruments can still be played normally when the appliance is not in place.
What if my child has already had their tonsils and adenoids removed?
Many children continue to have sleep-disordered breathing even after adenotonsillectomy. This indicates structural factors beyond enlarged adenotonsillar tissue. Oral appliance therapy specifically addresses these skeletal and positional issues, making it an excellent option for post-surgical patients with residual symptoms.
How do we know if it’s working?
We monitor progress through multiple measures including parent and child reports of sleep quality and symptoms, regular clinical examinations, follow-up imaging to document structural changes, and when appropriate, repeat sleep studies to objectively measure improvement in apnea-hypopnea index. Most families notice subjective improvements in sleep and behavior within the first few weeks to months, even before structural changes are complete.
Does insurance cover oral appliance therapy for children?
Coverage varies significantly by plan and carrier. Unlike adult oral appliances which are often covered when prescribed for diagnosed sleep apnea, pediatric appliances may fall under dental or orthodontic benefits rather than medical benefits. Our team will work with you to understand your coverage and develop a financial plan that works for your family. Many families find that investing in treatment now prevents more significant health and educational costs down the road.
What happens if my child doesn’t comply with wearing the appliance?
Consistency is important for results, which is why we take time to ensure your child understands the treatment and feels motivated to participate. We work with families to develop strategies that support compliance, including reward systems, routine building, and addressing any comfort issues promptly. Regular follow-up visits help us identify and solve compliance challenges early.
Can this treatment replace the need for braces later?
In many cases, yes. By guiding jaw growth and creating proper skeletal relationships early, we often eliminate or significantly reduce the need for traditional orthodontic treatment later. Even when additional orthodontics are needed, the foundation created by oral appliance therapy makes that treatment faster and more stable.
Is there an age limit for starting treatment?
The FDA clearance for pediatric oral appliances covers ages six to seventeen, though some appliances can be used in children as young as three when appropriate. The key factor is active growth—we need developing bones and structures to work with. Adolescents near the end of their growth spurt may still benefit, though younger children often achieve more dramatic results because they have more growing years ahead.
What if we live outside Mansfield?
We regularly see families from Arlington, Burleson, Alvarado, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, Lillian, Midlothian, and throughout the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. While regular appointments are necessary during active treatment, we work with families to schedule efficiently and minimize travel burden. The specialized care and advanced technology we offer make the drive worthwhile for many families who can’t find equivalent expertise closer to home.
Taking the First Step: Your Child’s Airway Assessment
If you’ve recognized your child in the symptoms and patterns described here, you’re probably wondering what comes next. The first step is scheduling a comprehensive airway assessment at Central Park Dental & Orthodontics.
During this initial evaluation, we’ll take time to understand your child’s complete health picture, not just their sleep symptoms. We’ll examine their oral structures, facial development, and breathing patterns. Advanced imaging will reveal the anatomic factors contributing to airway restriction. Most importantly, we’ll listen to your concerns and answer your questions honestly and thoroughly.
You’ll leave this appointment with a clear understanding of what’s happening with your child’s airway, whether oral appliance therapy is an appropriate treatment option, what the process would involve and what results you can realistically expect, and what investment of time and resources is required. There’s never pressure to proceed with treatment—we believe informed parents make the best decisions for their children.
Some families come to us with a formal sleep apnea diagnosis already in hand. Others come because they’ve noticed symptoms but haven’t pursued testing yet. Either way, we can guide you through the process and coordinate with sleep specialists when appropriate for formal diagnosis.
The Whole-Body Wellness Connection
At Central Park Dental & Orthodontics, we talk often about the teeth being a gateway to well-being. Every tooth speaks to our body. This isn’t poetic language—it’s a recognition of the profound connections between oral health, airway function, and systemic wellness.
When a child can’t breathe properly during sleep, it doesn’t just affect their rest. It affects their growth, their brain development, their behavior, their learning, their relationships, their confidence, and their long-term health trajectory. Conversely, when we address airway issues comprehensively during childhood, the ripple effects extend far beyond better sleep.
This is why Dr. Jung’s philosophy emphasizes “Save Teeth. Save Lives. Breathe Better. Sleep Better. Live Better.” It’s not hyperbole to say that improving a child’s breathing can change their life. We’ve seen it happen again and again in our Mansfield practice—children who were struggling academically, socially, or behaviorally transform into thriving, confident, healthy kids when their fundamental need for quality sleep is met.
The opportunity to intervene during childhood, while structures are still developing and responsive to guidance, is precious and time-limited. Parents who recognize this and take action give their children an extraordinary gift—the foundation for optimal health that will serve them for decades to come.
Your Child Deserves to Breathe Easy
Every child deserves restful, restorative sleep. They deserve to wake up energized and ready to learn. They deserve to have the cognitive function and emotional regulation that only quality sleep provides. They deserve to grow and develop optimally, reaching their full potential physically, mentally, and emotionally.
If your child is struggling with sleep-disordered breathing, you don’t have to accept that surgery or CPAP are your only options. Oral appliance therapy offers a non-invasive approach that works with your child’s natural growth and development to create lasting structural change. It addresses root causes rather than just managing symptoms. And when provided by a practice with advanced diagnostic technology, specialized training, and a comprehensive whole-body wellness philosophy, it can truly be life-changing.
Central Park Dental & Orthodontics is here to serve families throughout Mansfield, Arlington, Burleson, Alvarado, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, Lillian, Midlothian, and the surrounding communities. As a D Magazine Best Dentist recognized for five consecutive years and featured on major media outlets including NBC, ABC, FOX, CW, CBS, and TEDx, Dr. Jung brings both expertise and recognition to your child’s care.
But more than credentials and technology, we bring genuine care for your child’s well-being and a commitment to treating the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. We understand that your child’s health is your top priority, and we’re honored when families trust us to be their partners in supporting optimal development.
Don’t wait for sleep issues to resolve on their own. They rarely do. Don’t accept that your child is “just a snorer” or that behavioral issues are simply who they are. Often, there’s an underlying breathing problem that, when addressed, allows your child’s true potential to shine through.
Call Central Park Dental & Orthodontics today at 817-466-1200 to schedule your child’s comprehensive airway assessment. Take the first step toward better breathing, better sleep, and better health for your child. Your family’s journey to wellness starts with a single phone call.
Central Park Dental & Orthodontics
1101 Alexis Ct #101
Mansfield, TX 76063
Phone: 817-466-1200
Serving Mansfield, Arlington, Burleson, Alvarado, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grand Prairie, Kennedale, Lillian, Midlothian, and surrounding communities with advanced airway-focused dental care that changes lives.
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