Biography
Board-Certified Orthodontist with 20+ years of international clinical experience
He Holds a Master’s degree in Orthodontics from Austria Expertise in complex orthodontic cases, Class III treatment, early intervention, growth modification, and non-surgical approaches International speaker at orthodontic conferences and scientific events Chairman, Scientific Committee — Emirates Orthodontic Society (EOS) Medical Director & Orthodontist — Al Meena Medical Center, Al Ain, UAE Actively involved in orthodontic education, scientific activities, and professional conferences.
Presentation title
Breathing and Orthodontics from Airway to Occlusion
Abstract
Breathing and orthodontics are closely interconnected, with craniofacial growth, airway function, and occlusion influencing one another throughout development. This lecture explores the relationship between breathing patterns, upper airway dimensions, dentofacial development, and different types of malocclusion from an evidence-based perspective. The presentation will discuss how orthodontists can recognize airway-related problems and critically evaluate the potential effects of common orthodontic interventions, including maxillary expansion, mandibular advancement, growth modification, and orthognathic surgery, on breathing and airway function. Current scientific evidence, clinical limitations, and areas of controversy will be highlighted. The lecture aims to provide clinicians with a practical framework for integrating airway awareness into orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning—while understanding both the possibilities and the limitations of orthodontic treatment in improving breathing.