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#104 – Daniel Grafton – Choosing the Right Airway Treatment Without Guesswork (CFD Explained)

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Daniel Grafton is a public health specialist with the UN who taught himself computational fluid dynamics (CFD) after 9 soft tissue surgeries failed to fix his sleep-disordered breathing. In this episode, Daniel runs CFD on Ron's pre and post-MSE CBCTs, revealing pressure maps, velocity data, wall shear stress, and turbulence patterns a standard CBCT cannot show.

Daniel Grafton

https://www.remetrics.org/

https://www.instagram.com/rem_rebel

https://www.youtube.com/@REMRebel

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:48 - UARS since childhood, 9 surgeries: How desperation led him to CFD

00:05:25 - Why patients who shop for their own treatment often out-know their doctors

00:06:36 - What CFD actually is and what it reveals that CBCT, rhinomanometry, and DICE can't

00:13:01 - CFD origins: aerospace, nuclear reactors, and the Navier-Stokes equation

00:17:33 - How CFD entered sleep medicine and where it stands clinically today

00:20:44 - CFD variables explained: pressure, velocity, turbulence, wall shear stress, and heat flux

00:26:54 - Wall shear stress as a degenerative force: why airway soft tissue relapse after surgery

00:30:53 - Heat flux and Empty Nose Syndrome: the thermal neurons that tell your brain you're breathing

00:35:21 - Case overview: Ron's CBCT anatomy and why head posture corrupts scan data

00:47:21 - Superimposition reveal: Ron's pre vs. post-MSE skeletal changes side by side

00:55:05 - Posterior expansion: does MSE actually widen the back of the nose near the PNS?

00:58:18 - The pterygomaxillary disjunction problem: how some surgical cuts eliminate posterior expansion

01:03:02 - Nasal aperture numbers and why that single metric misleads

01:07:32 - CFD results revealed: Ron's airway pressure maps before and after MSE

01:15:19 - Nasal slice analysis: exactly where in the nose the pressure drops most

01:20:11 - Velocity findings: airspeed dropped from 3.6 to 2.7 m/s post-expansion

01:26:37 - Turbulence analysis: the tongue-off-palate dead space that mimics snoring mechanics

01:32:43 - What Ron's CFD actually prescribes: his single highest-yield remaining intervention

01:35:19 - Poiseuille's Law: airflow improves to the fourth power of tube radius (2mm)

01:41:04 - ENS risk from over-expanding: can too much nasal volume become a new problem?

01:46:01 - Options for Ron's retropalatal constriction: soft palate surgery vs. maxillary advancement

01:48:57 - Why MMA alone may not pull the soft palate forward

01:50:57 - FME + FMA protraction as the theoretically optimal path forward

01:54:04 - Facemask compliance reality and why Ron is waiting for the field to mature

01:58:31 - Physical exhaustion as underrated sleep medicine

02:00:28 - Mental health, nervous system activation, and PTSD's 80% UARS co-occurrence rate

02:06:15 - Ron's sleep wind-down routine: why prayer beats seated meditation for his anatomy

02:10:53 - Counting back from 900 by 7s: the mental arithmetic trick that slows your breathing (from Lisa Kush)

02:14:22 - Diaphragm training with IMST/EMST: is the breathing muscle itself maladapted?

02:17:33 - How to reach Daniel: Remetrics.org, @REMRebel on YouTube, and the JawHacks Joint Q&A

NO MEDICAL OR DENTAL ADVICE. Ronald Ead and JAWHACKS, LLC, dba JawHacks (collectively, "we") does not give medical advice. We are not licensed medical professionals. The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.

#103 – Dr. Mandelaris, Dr. Newaz & Dr. Jaffari – Can SFOT + MARPE Replace Jaw Surgery?

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Ron sits down live at the Winds of Change conference in Chicago with Dr. George Mandelaris (periodontist & SFOT specialist), Dr. Newaz (orthodontist & leading MARPE/FME provider), and Dr. Jaffari (GP & restorative specialist). They break down how SFOT and MARPE work together to expand both jaws, why restorative is the most overlooked step in jaw treatment, and whether MARPE + SFOT can replace jaw surgery for underbites.

Dr. Mandelaris

https://www.periodontalmedicine.org

https://www.instagram.com/periomedicine

Dr. Newaz & Dr. Jaffari

https://www.youtube.com/@airwayortho

https://www.instagram.com/airway.ortho

https://www.instagram.com/drnewazzz

https://www.instagram.com/dr.jaffari.dds

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Chapters

0:00:00 Intro

0:00:46 Setting the Scene at Winds of Change

0:01:33 What Is SFOT

0:02:36 What Is MARPE and Nasomaxillary Expansion

0:03:46 How SFOT and MARPE Work Together

0:06:05 SFOT for Root Resorption and Implant Site Development

0:08:20 AGGA, MSDO and When SFOT Comes First

0:13:11 Dr. Newaz's MSDO Case (Two-Piece Mandible)

0:15:25 The New Mandibular Distractor Design

0:18:56 All-on-4 and Why Airway Gets Overlooked

0:21:51 Restorative Dentistry: The Overlooked Step

0:22:18 Vertical Dimension, GERD and Airway

0:23:54 Ron's Teeth Were Examined Two Days Ago

0:24:36 Why You Need to Fix Your Teeth Before Jaw Surgery

0:26:21 Provisionals, Post-Surgical Settling and a Case Study

0:29:06 Symptoms of Lost Vertical Dimension

0:30:16 Is the Field Too Lazy for Interdisciplinary Planning

0:31:23 SFOT Cuts Treatment Time in Half

0:33:40 Does Every Patient Need This and How Teams Actually Plan

0:37:23 Expanding Before Implants: The Airway Question Nobody Asks

0:40:34 Airway Arches: A New Concept (You Heard It Here First)

0:41:42 SFOT Stability, Keys to Success and What Can Go Wrong

0:44:46 Ron Did SFOT Awake and His Wife Cried Filming It

0:45:19 Wrong SFOT Technique and Why It Causes Complications

0:48:43 Is Dentistry Being Commoditized

0:50:51 The Numbers: How Much Can SFOT and MARPE Actually Do

0:52:50 No-Diastema, MASPE and the Aesthetics of Slower Expansion

0:57:55 FME vs Custom MARPE

1:00:01 The Mayo Clinic Analogy

1:01:03 Outro

#102 – Johan Drumev – Looksmaxxing Explained: Mewing, Surgery, and What Actually Works

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Ron sits down with Johan (Sthetics), a 21-year-old looksmaxxing coach from Sweden who went from casual mewer to full-on hardmaxxing. They break down the real limits of softmaxxing, why mewing won't change your bones after puberty, and Johan's full surgical ascension plan (MARPE, BiMax with maxillary rotation, rhinoplasty, orbital fat grafting, and iris depigmentation). They also get into Clavicular's surgery plans (and why he might be backing out), the problems with Giant's implant designs, how camera focal length distorts your face, choosing between Italian jaw surgeons, and what happens when looks eventually fail you. The conversation takes a turn into family, fatherhood, and whether traditional life is the real ascension.

Johan Drumev (Sthetics)

https://linktr.ee/sthetics0

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Chapters

0:00:00 Intro

0:00:54 How Johan Got Into Looksmaxxing at 19

0:04:10 Softmaxxing vs Hardmaxxing Explained

0:08:05 Peptides, Testosterone & Pharmaceutical Looksmaxxing

0:10:27 Recreational Drugs in the Looksmaxxing Community

0:10:58 Johan's Transformation: From Average Kid to Coach

0:13:22 Does Mewing Actually Work? The Honest Answer

0:14:33 Frauded Before & Afters: Angles, Lighting & Jutting

0:16:12 "Mewing Is Cope" - When Tongue Posture Stops Mattering

0:17:47 Every Facial Surgery in Looksmaxxing Explained

0:19:33 Clavicular's Jaw Surgery Plan (LeFort, BSSO, Implants)

0:22:16 The Looksmaxxing Community & Mewing Influencer Problem

0:25:32 Is Clavicular Backing Out of Surgery?

0:26:53 Jaw Surgery Millimeters: How Much Movement Is Safe?

0:30:37 Giant Implants: Genius Designer or Too Extreme?

0:35:54 How Johan Analyzes Faces for Surgical Recommendations

0:37:52 Facial Harmony Metrics: ESR, Canthal Tilt & Frankfort Plane

0:40:48 Why Camera Focal Length Changes How Your Face Looks

0:46:43 iPhone Lenses Explained for Content Creators

0:51:49 Johan's Full Hardmaxxing Ascension Plan

0:59:11 Iris Depigmentation: Eye Color Change Surgery

1:01:03 Italian Jaw Surgeons: Ramieri, Pagnoni & Raffaini

1:02:49 Ron's Honest Concerns About Italian Jaw Surgery

1:05:21 MARPE vs FME: Which Palatal Expander to Choose

1:08:36 10% Body Fat Physique Review

1:09:23 Diet, Nutrition & Staying Lean

1:11:28 Why Long Hair Is a Looksmaxxing Law

1:14:09 Buddhist Monks, Wigs & the Psychology of Hair

1:18:39 Death, Aging & What Happens When Looks Fade

1:20:57 The Black Pill on Attractiveness, Status & Money

1:23:50 What to Look for in a Partner at 21

1:24:36 The Modern Dating Market & Traditional Values

1:28:14 Why Stay-at-Home Moms Deserve More Respect

1:30:11 Ron: Why Family Is the Key to Happiness

1:30:45 The Camping Analogy - Why Harder Lives Feel Better

1:37:20 Outro & Where to Find Johan

#101 – Dr. Svitlana Koval – MARPE or FME? Doctor With 800 Cases Gives Her Answer

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Svitlana Koval is an airway orthodontist with nearly 800 MARPE and FME cases, inventor of a patented 3D guided piezocorticotomy technique, and creator of the MARPE F.A.C.E. protocol. In this episode we cover the real cosmetic effects of MARPE (and when it can hurt facial harmony), FME vs custom MARPE from a provider who does both, her extended palatine bone corticotomy technique, shape memory aligners, expansion differences between males and females, class II vs class III outcomes.

Dr. Svitlana Koval's Social Media

https://www.youtube.com/@drsvitlanakoval

https://www.instagram.com/drsvitlanakoval

https://www.facebook.com/svitlana.koval.dmd

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:36 - 800 expansion cases and the looksmaxxing question

00:06:11 - Does expansion always improve cosmetics, or can it destroy harmony?

00:09:09 - The 3D guided piezocorticotomy - Koval's patented technique

00:12:22 - Cosmetic lessons from 800 cases - expansion sweet spots for males vs females

00:15:40 - What happens AFTER MARPE matters more than the expansion itself

00:17:06 - The MARPEFACE Protocol explained

00:20:18 - "The maxilla is a runway, the mandible is a plane landing"

00:21:53 - Class III patients get the best results. Class II? The highest risk.

00:28:05 - "MARPE is the easy part. Its aftermath - that's the hard part"

00:32:35 - "A masculine profile is about moving the mandible forward, not the top"

00:37:20 - Dr. Koval expanded her own jaw - TMJ clicking resolved

00:40:30 - Asymmetry - what MARPE does and doesn't fix

00:43:55 - Shape memory aligners - stronger than Invisalign, zero attachments

00:54:43 - The zygomatic-maxillary suture - fracture risks and resistance

00:57:09 - FME vs Custom MARPE - why Koval introduced FME to her practice

00:59:40 - "The most challenging group is males in their 20s"

01:03:25 - MARPE pros and cons - center of resistance, molar tipping, discomfort

01:11:29 - FME is 4-5x more expensive - and not for every palate

01:18:08 - Parallel vs V-shaped splits - the palatine bone breakthrough

01:24:47 - "You literally increase the airway by moving bones apart"

01:40:08 - Mandibular skeletal expansion - the missing piece in the field

01:41:44 - "Sacrifice the pawn to get the queen" - the philosophical divide

01:46:54 - Closing thoughts

#100 – Dr. Jeremy Manuele – World First Ever FME Pro Placed on Dr. Manuele

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The world's first FME Pro was placed on ‪@vegasorthodoc‬ by Dr. Stuart Frost. New features of the FME Pro: 1) all TADs now diagonal 2) new FMA protraction attachment 3) dimensional stability improved with added lateral flanges.

Connect with Dr. Manuele

https://www.youtube.com/@vegasorthodoc

https://www.instagram.com/hm_ortho

https://www.facebook.com/hamiltonortho/

https://vegasorthodoc.com

Pre-order Dr. Manuele's book

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#99 – Hexumlite – Looksmaxxer Talks about His Insane Transformation

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Ron interviews Hexumlite, a rising creator in the looksmaxxing space known for his dramatic physical transformation. They go deep into the reality behind his "glow up," including the use of experimental weight loss peptides (Retatrutide), hair loss protocols (Dutasteride), and the dopamine traps of modern society. Hexumlite opens up about wasting $6,000 on two failed MARPE expansion attempts, his struggle with nasal breathing due to drug use, and why Ron advises him against jaw surgery.

Media

Guest's Social Media

https://www.youtube.com/@hexumlitee

https://www.instagram.com/hexumlite

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:30 - Hexumlite’s Physical Transformation & High IQ Looksmaxxing

00:01:23 - The Asymmetry Issue: Correcting Midline Shifts & Mandibular Shifts

00:02:10 - The $6,000 Mistake: Deep Regret Over Failed Expansion Attempts

00:02:55 - Two Failed MARPEs with Dr. Marianna Evans

00:03:26 - Complications: Molar Flaring & Metal Digging into the Soft Palate

00:05:01 - Severe Breathing Issues & Lightheadedness During Exercise

00:05:46 - Nasal Damage: The Impact of Recreational Drug Use on Breathing

00:06:35 - Accutane Side Effects: Destroying the Mucosal Lining

00:08:23 - Using Retatrutide (GLP-1) for Weight Loss & Hunger Signaling

00:09:41 - The Psychology of Gluttony: Food as a Dopamine Reward

00:12:06 - How Retatrutide Differs from Ozempic (Appetite Suppression)

00:14:10 - MK-677 & Growth Hormone Protocols for Height

00:16:57 - Ron’s Natty Approach: Low Carb, Time-Restricted Eating & Fat Burning

00:20:12 - How Drug Use Rewires the Dopamine Reward System

00:24:18 - The Toxicity of Stimulants: Why Chronic Illness Patients Can’t Abuse Drugs

00:29:54 - Looksmaxxing as a Reflection of Gen Z Stimulant Use

00:34:00 - The Feedback Loop of Physical Rejection vs. Personality

00:43:56 - Social Skills Maxxing: The Parallel Between “The Game” and Looksmaxxing

00:51:15 - Reviewing Hexumlite’s Transformation Photos (Softmaxxing Success)

01:09:20 - The “No Shampoo” Theory: Hair Health & Natural Oils

01:15:40 - Hair Loss Drugs: Dutasteride/Finasteride vs. Fertility Risks

01:30:24 - Dealing with a Lisp and Narrow Maxilla Concerns

01:32:50 - Upcoming Surgery: Septoplasty & Permanent Turbinate Reduction

01:45:00 - Florida Expansion Providers

01:45:22 - Why Ron Advises Against Jaw Surgery for Hexumlite

01:47:08 - The “Jutting” Problem in Mewing Before & Afters

01:53:00 - The Ethics of Medical Referrals and “Selling Out”

02:18:14 - Final Verdict: Why a Surgical Cut Was Necessary

#98 – Karim Hachem – How Do I Get My Jaw Surgery Covered by Insurance?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Ron sits down with Karim Hachem, co-founder of Suade Health. Karim shares his personal battle of getting reimbursed for out-of-network surgery and reveals the specific strategies patients need to use to avoid financial ruin when financing jaw surgery. They cover network gap exceptions, how to navigate denials for "experimental" airway expanders, and why an authorization letter doesn't guarantee you'll get a single penny back.

Karim's Website (Suade Health)

https://www.suade.health/about-us

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:30 - Can You Get Insurance for Out-of-Network Surgeons?

00:04:23 - How Insurance Turned $7,500 Into Zero (Karim's Story)

00:09:30 - The "Allowed Amount" Scam Explained

00:24:03 - Timeline: When to Start Your Insurance Strategy (60-90 Days)

00:27:57 - Network Gap Exceptions and Single Case Agreements

00:34:50 - Does Surgeon Choice Affect Approval? (Out-of-State Benefits)

00:37:49 - Open Enrollment Strategy: How to Pick the Right Plan

00:42:48 - Plan Challenges: Why Medicaid/HMO Plans Are Difficult

00:46:05 - Choosing Between PPO, EPO, and HMO Plans

00:56:11 - How Suede Health Works With Patients and Surgeons

01:16:24 - Medical Necessity Pathways: OSA and Malocclusion

01:26:49 - Getting Coverage for MARPE and Nasal-Maxillary Expanders

01:37:00 - Karim's Jaw Surgery Results: 21mm Advancement

01:41:20 - Life After Surgery: Cortisol, Sleep, Migraines, and ADHD Gone

01:45:50 - Final Thoughts: Is Jaw Surgery Worth It?

#97 – Cannon Maumus – Cannon's MARPE Asymmetry Raises Critical Questions

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0400

A coaching call from The Joint. What comes next for ‪Cannon Maumus‬ now that he has finished expanding his Custom MARPE? Will he use braces or Invisalign? How will he deal with the maxillary cant? How does jaw surgery factor into situations like this? And more.

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Chapters

0:00 Intro clips

1:45 Podcast start

6:53 Haters on social media

10:11 MARPE Risk vs. Reward graphs

13:41 Post-MARPE orthodontics

14:35 Braces vs Invisalign

19:15 Cannon’s MARPE asymmetry

27:07 Jaw surgery and MARPE asymmetry

34:00 Video lighting for facial aesthetics

#96 – Oscarvore – What Makes a Face Attractive?

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Oscar interviews Ron on "Looksmaxxing" and what actually makes faces attractive. From evolutionary basis of jaw structure, MARPE expansion risks, hunter vs prey eyes, John & Mike Mew controversies, jaw surgery complications (crocodile matching), and how plant-based diets cause facial deterioration through chronic inflammation.

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Follow Oscar on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/oscarvore/

Chapters

00:00:00 - Introduction: What Makes a Face Attractive?

00:00:32 - Evolutionary Function Behind Attractive Faces

00:02:38 - How Jaw Size Affects Breathing and Sleep Apnea

00:03:14 - Facial Harmony: Why Balance Matters More Than Isolated Features

00:04:50 - Jaw Surgery Gone Wrong: Crocodile Matching Explained

00:05:25 - MARPE Expansion: The Balloon Face Problem

00:06:43 - Beyond Jaws: Hair and Eye Area in Looksmaxxing

00:07:30 - Hunter Eyes vs Prey Eyes: What's the Difference?

00:14:36 - Big Nose or Small Jaws?

00:15:35 - What Makes a Good Smile?

00:17:40 - Thumbpulling and Mewing for Adults

00:19:14 - Are Mewing Before/After Photos Photoshopped?

00:20:45 - Jutting

00:21:32 - Camera Focal Length and Aesthetics

00:22:15 - Role of Mewing for Adults

00:24:00 - Bonesmashing

00:26:20 - Clavicular's Jaw Surgery

00:27:06 - John Mew vs. Mike Mew

00:28:47 - Why Western Civilization Led to Worse Facial Development

00:29:19 - Ron's Disagreements with John Mew on MARPE

00:30:27 - Mike Mew's Different Approach: Skeletal Expanders and Jaw Surgery

00:30:40 - How Plant-Based Diets Destroy Facial Structure

00:32:05 - Chronic Inflammation, Mouth Breathing, and Facial Collapse

#95 – Conor P. – DON’T Do Jaw Surgery For Looksmaxxing (Patient Warns)

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Conor underwent MMA (maxillomandibular advancement) surgery to treat his sleep apnea, but experienced a devastating outcome: his breathing and sleep quality worsened post-surgery. In this episode, we explore his case with insights from other surgeons. Topics include the over-advancement hypothesis, nasal tissue elasticity, tongue positioning challenges, post-surgery recovery, and planning custom MARPE after MMA. We also discuss jaw surgery planning considerations and important warnings about cosmetic-driven procedures.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:07 - When Jaw Surgery Makes Breathing Worse

00:01:59 - First Signs: Waking Up Gasping After MMA

00:04:28 - Multiple Top Surgeons React to This Rare Case

00:06:11 - The Over-Advancement Hypothesis: Nasal Tissue Theory

00:07:47 - Nasal Breathing 40-50% Harder After Surgery

00:09:49 - The Tongue Position Problem No One Talks About

00:10:25 - Analyzing Before & After Photos

00:13:40 - Surgery Details: 12mm Advancement Explained

00:20:48 - Choosing Surgeons: In-Network vs. Top Specialists

00:28:06 - Recovery Reality: "Like Being Waterboarding"

00:38:29 - Why "Bigger is Better" Isn't Always True

00:44:09 - Planning Custom MARPE After Failed MMA

00:53:24 - When Medicine Can't Guarantee Outcomes

00:55:21 - Software & AI: The Future of Surgical Planning

01:01:07 - Mandibular Expansion: The Missing Piece

01:05:21 - Does MMA Really Create Tongue Space?

01:12:11 - Warning: The Dangers of Cosmetic Jaw Surgery Tourism

#94 – Anthony G. – Powerlifter Ascends with MARPE, Opines on Clavicular

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Anthony Grigoryan is a 22-year-old powerlifter who could deadlift 600lbs but couldn't breathe through his nose. Despite having a six-pack and elite lifting numbers, he felt lethargic, congested, and held back—until he got an 8-screw custom MARPE from Dr. Audrey Yoon. In this episode, he breaks down his transformation, showing CT scans, before/after photos, and explaining how fixing his airway changed everything from his energy to his face structure.

We dive deep into the looksmaxxing phenomenon, discussing Clavicular's influence, and when looksmaxxing goes too far. He also shares his plans for double jaw surgery with Dr. Tehrany through Kaiser, getting stabbed and paradoxically feeling the healthiest ever, and why gym bros with breathing issues need to hear this perspective.

Anthony on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/anthonygrigoryan_/

1:1 Coaching with Ron (Now Inside The Joint)

https://jawhacks.com/coaching

JawHacks Newsletter (Substack)

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Chapters

0:00 - MARPE: Night & Day Breathing Change

0:50 - 8-Screw Custom MARPE Revealed

1:54 - Before & After CT Scans

4:43 - When Gains Don't Match Your Face

9:40 - Powerlifter Guy Who Couldn't Breathe

12:43 - Turbinate Inflammation Stealing Airway

18:11 - Durability Over Aesthetics

23:48 - Clavicular: Extreme Looksmaxing

29:54 - When Looksmaxing Goes Too Far

42:42 - The Free Kaiser Jaw Surgery Loophole

47:18 - Getting Stabbed, Feeling Healthiest

53:31 - Swelling vs. Bone Structure with MARPE

1:01:39 - The Gym Bro Who Fixed The Root

NO MEDICAL OR DENTAL ADVICE. Ronald Ead and JAWHACKS, LLC, dba JawHacks (collectively, “we”) does not give medical advice. We are not licensed medical professionals. The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Reliance on any information provided in this video is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information presented. You should not use these materials to diagnose or treat any health issues, illnesses or diseases. In addition, we do not recommend or endorse any provider of health care or health-related products, items, or services.

#93 – Cannon Maumus – Insane Cheekbone Glow Up with Custom MARPE

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I sit down with ‪Cannon Maumus‬ , a 22-year-old member of The Joint who's 30 turns into his custom MARPE journey with Dr. Marianna Evans. His confirmed palatal split and dramatic facial changes are remarkable, but the real story is his life-changing breathing improvements.

We discuss his $12-16K total treatment cost, managing asymmetry as he continues expanding, and the critical question: when to stop? Plus, breaking news that Dr. Evans is exploring FME.

Cannon's case shows how Custom MARPE can deliver exceptional results if working with a top provider.

Cannon Maumus on YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/@CannonMaumus

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Chapters

00:00 - Cannon's Stunning Facial Transformation

02:00 - MARPE Cost Breakdown ($12-16K Total)

04:12 - First CBCT Scan Reveal - The Split is Confirmed

06:06 - Examining the Diastema and Midline

07:31 - Full Custom MARPE with 6 TADs Reveal

08:42 - Facial Angularity and "Bony" Structure Discussion

11:21 - Life-Changing Breathing Improvements

13:48 - Should Cannon Keep Expanding? Future Plans

16:15 - Thick Bone Density and Extreme Facial Changes

18:00 - Occlusion Concerns and Cosmetic Considerations

22:12 - Zygomaticomaxillary Sutures - What to Watch For

29:03 - "Why Fix What's Not Broken?" - The Cautious Approach

30:54 - BREAKING: Dr. Evans Considering FME

33:18 - MARPE vs FME: Dimensional Stability Comparison

42:18 - Cannon's YouTube Channel and Health Optimization Journey

#92 – Dr. Jeremy Manuele – FME Leads to Eye Problem in Young Male Patient

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Manuele breaks down the quality of adult maxillary expansion beyond just "did it split?" We compare FME, custom MARPE, and MSE Type 2, explore surgical assists, preview FME Pro, and analyze a rare complication case.

Dr. Manuele did not disclose the actual number of FME cases he has performed, but he has been working with adult non-surgical skeletal expansion and other TAD-anchored appliances since 2016, and in that time he’s helped many hundreds of patients.

In this podcast, Dr. Manuele delivers unique, never-before-seen visual demonstrations showing key differences between FME, Custom MARPE, and MSE, which are 3 top skeletal expander brands.

Essential viewing for anyone considering adult palatal expansion or airway treatment.

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‪https://www.youtube.com/@vegasorthodoc

https://www.instagram.com/hm_ortho

https://www.facebook.com/hamiltonortho/

https://vegasorthodoc.com

TImestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction: How Different Expanders Work

00:02:08 - The Three Types of Expansion Explained

00:03:16 - Why Dental Expansion Is Dangerous for Adults

00:05:46 - Why Airway Cross-Sections Can Mislead You

00:08:41 - Case Study: 3D Superimposition Reveals Only Dental Tipping

00:10:30 - Dento-Alveolar Expansion: The Middle Ground

00:12:16 - Fast vs. Slow Turning: How to Shock the Suture into Splitting

00:16:24 - Age Ranges for Tooth-Borne Expander Success (and Why They Fail in Adults)

00:19:24 - Case Study: When Dento-Alveolar Expansion Goes Wrong

00:23:40 - Bonded RPEs: Using 360° Grip for Better Stability in Kids

00:25:31 - Why Not Just Use MARPE on a Child? (Risk vs. Reward)

00:30:00 - When Tooth-Borne Expanders Become Inappropriate

00:31:20 - Expanding Toddlers (Ages 2-4): Is It Worth It?

00:32:57 - True Skeletal (Orthopedic) Expansion Fundamentals

00:34:30 - SARPE, DOME, and Why Surgical Assists Have Limitations

00:39:48 - Top 3 Reasons for MARPE (and When Expansion Isn't the Answer)

00:40:20 - Case Study: 10mm Skeletal Split in a Teenager

00:44:31 - The 5 Factors of Jaw Growth (and ChatGPT's Shocking Ranking)

00:56:42 - Case Study: How an Adult Got 4mm of Forward Growth (FME + Chewing)

00:58:12 - The Key: Mobilizing Circum-Maxillary Sutures

01:00:43 - How to Loosen Adult Sutures: FCPC, Osteopathy, and Chewing

01:09:26 - Case Study: Patient X and the Wisdom Tooth Debate

01:13:17 - Wisdom Teeth and Premolar Extractions Impact on Jaw Growth

01:17:00 - Why Age 5-7 is Dr. Manuele's "Sweet Spot" for Expansion

01:20:48 - Does Expanding the Maxilla Make the Mandible Grow?

01:23:43 - Patient X's Journey: The EASE Procedure

01:26:45 - Why The Field is Moving Away from Surgical Assists (EASE & Piezo)

01:30:44 - Chewing, Clenching, and TMJD Risks During Expansion

01:32:08 - Who Needs a Piezo? Thick Bone or Thin Bone?

01:35:43 - Custom MARPE vs. FME for "Potato Chip" Thin Palates

01:36:53 - Patient X's Expansion and the Start of a Major Complication

01:39:47 - Cross-Eyed Vision From Expansion (Cranial Nerve 4 Palsy)

01:43:04 - 3D Analysis: Did Expansion Compress the Superior Orbital Fissure?

01:51:01 - Final Net Change and Key Lesson: "Slow is Predictable"

01:56:55 - Suture Mechanics: The "Puzzle Piece" Analogy (Remodel vs. Snap)

02:00:05 - Patient X's "Perfect Storm" for Complication

02:02:07 - From MARPE to MASPE: Why Turning Protocols Are Slower

02:04:00 - Dr. Manuele's Current "Stretching Turn" FCPC Protocol

02:07:56 - Dimensional Stability: MSE vs. Custom MARPE vs. FME

02:16:25 - Does Rotational Stability Matters? Preventing Asymmetric Dropping

02:19:45 - Where Do Asymmetries Come From? (Lab vs. Doctor vs. Appliance)

02:25:38 - Animation: How Expander "Wobble" Creates Vertical Discrepancy

02:31:27 - Behind the Scenes: The FME Planning & Design Report

02:32:50 - FME vs. Custom MARPE: Which is Safer with an Inexperienced Doctor?

02:42:45 - Why Not Just Use an Armless Custom MARPE?

02:44:44 - FME Pro: A Breakdown of the New Design Improvements

02:50:20 - Resources: Courses, Coaching, and Dr. Manuele's New Book

#91 – Dr. Reza Movahed – TMJ Stability Determines Your Jaw Surgery Success

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I reconnect with Dr. Reza Movahed, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in St. Louis, MO, who performs 90 to 100 total TMJ joint replacement surgeries per year, ranking among the most experienced joint surgeons worldwide. He shares his personal journey through three jaw surgeries that transformed his approach to patient care and surgical planning. We discuss idiopathic condylar resorption (ICR), why certain patients are at higher risk for double jaw surgery failure, and when total joint replacement becomes essential. Dr. Movahed details his bone grafting methods, collaboration with top orthodontists, and how counterclockwise rotation with joint replacement achieves superior esthetic and functional results. He also highlights his MCO mandibular expansion device, the role of DISE in planning, and long-term joint data proving decades of success.

Contact Dr. Reza Movahed

https://www.instagram.com/movahedoms

https://movahedoms.com/

1:1 Coaching with Ron — Now Inside The Joint

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:05:00 - What Is Total TMJ Joint Replacement Surgery?

00:11:42 - The Joint as Your Foundation: ICR Explained

00:15:35 - Which Patients Are at High Risk for Relapse

00:22:25 - Dr. Movahed's Personal Story: Three Jaw Surgeries for OSA

00:30:46 - Why Most Surgeons Avoid Joint Surgery

00:33:39 - Case Study: Two Failed Double Jaw Surgeries

00:40:03 - Grafting Techniques: Using the Patient's Own Bone

00:46:12 - Extreme Reconstruction: Goldenhar Syndrome Case

00:55:31 - Esthetics and Function: PEEK Implants and Facial Harmony

01:02:14 - Segmental Surgery and Counterclockwise Rotation

01:10:51 - The Critical Orthodontist-Surgeon Relationship

01:20:28 - Custom Plating and Locking Screw Technology

01:30:02 - Post-Op Protocol: Nutrition, Steroids, and Minimal Swelling

01:38:34 - History of Jaw Surgery: Dr. Wolford's Legacy

01:46:25 - The Art of Surgical Planning: Precision and Collaboration

01:54:31 - Why Counterclockwise Rotation Was Revolutionary

02:05:01 - DISE: Predicting Surgical Outcomes with Sleep Endoscopy

02:18:45 - Surgical Planning: Frankfurt Horizontal and Neck Posture

02:26:30 - Joint Longevity: 38 Years of Data and Minimal Wear

02:40:30 - Virtual Surgical Planning: From CT Scan to Custom Joint

02:51:24 - MCO Device: Patent-Pending Mandibular Expansion

03:03:29 - Patient Collaboration: Avoiding Surgical Planning Mistakes

03:20:18 - Maxillomandibular Expansion Before MMA Surgery

#90 – Dr. Aişe Cemile – The Most Experienced MARPE Provider in the Middle East?

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I reconnect with Dr. Aişe Cemile, an orthodontist based in Istanbul, Turkey, who has treated between 500 and 1,000 MARPE cases over the years. She shares updates on her custom MARPE appliance designs, face mask protocols, and innovative methods for managing asymmetry. Dr. Cemile explains how she collaborates with a local lab to create fully customized devices tailored to each patient’s bone anatomy, achieving consistent split success by carefully planning TAD placement. She also discusses her use of face mask protraction, even in adult males, the role of cranial osteopathy and manual therapy in enhancing results, and practical techniques for preventing and correcting asymmetry through exercises, heat, and targeted pressure. A standout case features an 18-year-old male with severe skeletal Class III who achieved jaw-surgery-level changes through two rounds of MARPE and face mask therapy, making this episode essential viewing for anyone seeking advanced and affordable MARPE treatment outside the United State.

Contact Dr. Cemile

https://www.aisecemilecansiz.com

https://www.instagram.com/aise_cemile

aisecemilecansiz@gmail.com

(Find her in The Joint for a Q&A session on Saturday, Nov 1, 2025)

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JawHacks Newsletter (Substack)

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Timestamps

0:00 Intro

3:41 MARPE Treatment in Children

4:56 Age Considerations for MARPE

6:15 Custom MARPE for Children

10:58 Laboratory Collaboration

17:57 Cranial Osteopathy and MARPE

27:17 Face Mask Techniques

34:33 Surgical Considerations

39:20 FME device

44:24 Innovative Approaches and Techniques

48:23 No Diastema protocol

50:58 Managing Asymmetry in Patients

51:32 Exercises and Techniques for Symmetry

52:59 Placing and Aligning the Appliance

55:17 Sharing Examples and Workflow

1:08:05 Working with International Patients

1:20:11 Case Study: MARPE and Face Mask

1:31:02 Closing

#89 – Dr. Newaz and Dr. Jaffari – This Orthodontist Expanded His Maxilla 9mm with FME

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Newaz and Dr. Jaffari — the world’s most experienced FME providers — about what really works, what fails, and the complications they’ve seen across nearly 100 cases. We look at success rates, asymmetry, and how FME compares to custom MARPE, with Dr. Newaz sharing his own 8–9mm expansion results and CBCT analysis. We also explore the new FMA Protraction device, post-surgery expansion challenges, pricing debates, and the key question: when should you expand before jaw surgery versus doing a segmental LeFort?

Dr. Newaz & Dr. Jaffari Social Media

https://www.youtube.com/@airwayortho

https://www.instagram.com/dr.jaffari.dds

https://www.instagram.com/drnewazzz

All GIFs courtesy of Shuikai

https://www.reddit.com/r/UARSnew/

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Dr. Newaz's 9mm expansion results and facial changes

00:00:31 - Ron introduces FME technology and episode overview

00:04:10 - Defining success and failure across 98 FME cases

00:13:03 - How many failures to split?

00:21:01 - Who benefits aesthetically from midface expansion?

00:26:30 - FME vs custom MARPE clinical comparison

00:31:23 - Septum avoidance and preventing asymmetry with guide rods

00:38:19 - Lab planning process and final doctor approval

00:47:17 - Why turning protocols have slowed down dramatically

00:53:51 - How many cases had no corticotomy at all?

01:01:18 - Is pterygoid maxillary release necessary with FME?

01:06:41 - Using another MARPE to correct prior asymmetry

01:17:55 - Dr. Newaz's CBCT analysis and superimposition walkthrough

01:29:22 - True cheekbone enhancement without implants

01:33:03 - How long did 9mm expansion actually take?

01:44:35 - Nasal resistance spectrum and empty nose syndrome risk

01:57:11 - Segmental LeFort vs midface expansion

02:09:39 - Can you do MARPE after jaw surgery?

02:14:22 - Soft tissue aesthetic improvement

02:22:27 - Plan for the mandible and considerations on condyle stability

02:31:37 - Why did Dr. Newaz go this far with expansion?

02:34:48 - Pushing boundaries in the expansion space

02:42:11 - Listening to educated patients as part of the treatment team

02:47:39 - First look at the FMA protraction device

02:52:37 - MRI results show Dr. Newaz's jaw joint is healing

03:00:34 - FMA Device Deep Dive: Components and Mechanics

03:07:58 - Patients building their own DIY protraction devices

03:08:47 - Clinical potential and workflow for the FMA device

03:14:42 - A discussion on the cost of FME appliance

03:22:46 - US healthcare frustrations and goal of making treatment accessible

03:27:02 - Ron shares his personal story of being priced out of jaw surgery

03:32:45 - The major risks and challenges of expanding after jaw surgery

03:40:25 - Where to find Dr. Newaz and Dr. Jaffari online

#88 – Evan Lavizadeh – Would He Do Jaw Surgery Again? 4 Years Later

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I sit down with Evan Lavizadeh — a former YouTube creator who overcame severe sleep apnea through MARPE expansion with Dr. Audrey Yun and double jaw surgery with Dr. Benjamin Walin in Los Angeles. Evan shares his full journey, from surgical planning and a 20mm advancement to the challenges of recovery and TMJ complications. Beyond the medical side, he opens up about how fixing his airway transformed his sleep, confidence, relationships, and outlook on life, as well as how therapy supported his recovery and inspired him to return to creating educational content in the airway health space.

Evan's YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@evanlavizadeh4032

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JawHacks Newsletter (Substack)

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction and initial questions about Evan's journey

00:03:26 - Evan explains he's cured and why he stopped making YouTube videos

00:06:01 - Discussion about returning to YouTube content creation

00:06:56 - Revealing Evan's surgical team (Dr. Audrey Yoon, Dr. Benjamin Walline)

00:08:11 - Evan's surgical movements and measurements (20mm at the pogonion)

00:10:56 - Discussion of Dr. Walline's reputation and conservative approach

00:13:51 - Genioplasty details and comparison with other surgeons

00:17:56 - Surgical planning timeline and patient involvement

00:19:06 - Surgeon selection process and considerations

00:22:21 - Orthodontist-surgeon relationship and communication

00:23:16 - Dr. Walline's attitude toward MARPE and airway focus

00:25:31 - Evan's satisfaction with surgical results

00:26:36 - Before/after appearance discussion and aesthetic results

00:29:46 - Discussion of "pretty privilege" and confidence changes

00:33:46 - Personal growth and self-acceptance philosophy

00:35:51 - MARPE experience and expansion details

00:42:16 - Discussion of MSE vs custom expanders and evolution of techniques

00:42:56 - Evan's advice on the "less invasive fallacy"

00:48:31 - Key advice for patients and avoiding analysis paralysis

00:50:41 - Role of therapy in surgical journey

00:56:56 - Family dynamics and generational trauma discussion

01:09:31 - Religious and philosophical discussion on wealth and ethics

01:18:46 - Christianity, Judaism, and religious exclusivity

01:20:01 - Spiritual effects of improved health post-surgery

01:21:06 - Recovery timeline and gradual improvement

01:22:46 - Skateboarding and physical activities post-surgery

01:26:36 - TMJ pressure complications from surgery

01:30:16 - Technical explanation of BSSO complications

01:32:46 - Career discussion (AI/machine learning engineer)

01:33:46 - AI-assisted surgical planning possibilities

01:38:11 - Other surgical complications and mouth opening limitations

01:41:01 - Condylar resorption risks and TMJ complications

01:45:11 - Joint replacement surgery considerations

01:47:56 - Closing thoughts and future YouTube content plans

#87 – Dr. Kimberly Santiago – What I Wish I Knew Before My Jaw Surgery

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Kimberly Santiago returns to share her raw, unfiltered jaw surgery recovery experience. She reveals her post-op survival tips, the emotional and physical challenges she faced, and how the surgery impacted her nasal breathing, for better and for worse.

Connect with Dr. Kimberly Santiago

https://www.instagram.com/dr.kimberly.airsyncwellness/

https://www.airsyncwellness.com/

1:1 Coaching with Ron — Now Inside The Joint

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JawHacks Newsletter (Substack)

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:05 - Numbness, swallowing & the challenge of staying hydrated

00:06:35 - Post-op cheat sheet: what every patient needs

00:09:20 - Did Spicy Food Irritate the Wounds?

00:11:27 - Fasting after surgery for autophagy: is it a good idea?

00:17:31 - The emotional toll & psychological low point of recovery

00:24:59 - How Dr. Santiago mentally prepared for surgery day

00:31:18 - Recovery tools: lasers, photobiomodulation, hyperbaric oxygen

00:36:20 - Why she chose her surgeon without shopping around

00:45:29 - Did jaw surgery fix her nasal breathing? (shocking result)

00:53:49 - The unexpected post-op nasal congestion

01:01:35 - Can you get MARPE after jaw surgery?

01:10:43 - How jaw surgery changed her approach as a clinician

01:14:11 - An overlooked aspect: aligning the cranial base before surgery

#86 – Dr. Gabriella Tehrany – Jaw Surgery in the Age of Social Media – Focus on Healing, Not Hype

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Ron chats with Dr. Gabriella Tehrany, a maxillofacial surgeon at Kaiser Permanente in Southern California. She shares what it’s like to work as a salaried surgeon in a system focused on function and patient care. Dr. Tehrany also expresses her passion for integrative medicine, explaining how diet, lifestyle, and supplements can make a big difference in recovery.

Dr. Gabriella Tehrany at Kaiser Permanente

https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/southern-california/physicians/gabriella-tehrany-2329453

JawHacks Official eBook

https://substack.com/@jawhacks

1-on-1 Chat with Ron

https://jawhacks.com/chats

And More on the Website

https://jawhacks.com/

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:05:17 - Salaried Surgeon: A Different Approach to Jaw Surgery

00:08:28 - Kaiser’s Functional vs. Aesthetic Jaw Surgery Coverage

00:13:35 - How Instagram Has Changed Patient Expectations

00:20:41 - Why I Don’t Give Patients Detailed Surgical Plans Upfront

00:25:36 - Patient Trust vs. Taking Marketing Claims at Face Value

00:31:01 - Integrative Medicine for Jaw Surgery

00:33:34 - How a Bad Diet Can Wreck Your Surgical Outcome

00:39:32 - Biohacking Your Jaw Surgery: Supplements, Light & Grounding

00:43:41 - The Vitamin D Deficiency Epidemic in Southern California

00:46:36 - The Optimal Pre-Jaw Surgery Diet

00:51:34 - How to Mentally Prepare for Jaw Surgery Recovery

00:57:49 - 3-Week Pre- and Post-Op Healing Cheat Sheet

01:09:18 - Are Environmental Toxins Making Gen Z Sicker?

01:14:13 - The Great Debate: Surgical Expansion (SARPE) vs. MARPE

01:18:59 - Do Custom Plates & Implants Make Surgery Better?

01:31:01 - Final Warning to Patients Seeking Perfection

#85 – Jenny Opalinski – The Non-Surgical Fix for Sleep Apnea You Haven’t Tried

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ron sits down with sleep medicine specialist Dr. Anil Rama and medical speech therapist Jenny Opalinski from Aspire Respiratory Products. They explore Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST), a non-invasive therapy using the EMST150 device to strengthen airway muscles, improve nasal flow, and potentially reverse sleep apnea.

Connect with Dr. Rama

https://www.sleepandbrain.com/anil-rama-md

EMST150 Expiratory Muscle Trainer (no commission or affiliate relationship)

https://emst150.com/product/emst150/

JawHacks Official eBook

https://substack.com/@jawhacks

1-on-1 Chat with Ron

https://jawhacks.com/chats

And More on the Website

https://jawhacks.com/

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:04:41 - A Non-Surgical Sleep Apnea Treatment Alternative

00:06:50 - Unboxing & Assembling the EMST150

00:08:10 - The "5x5" Weekly Training Protocol

00:09:10 - Why Pressure Threshold Trainers are Superior

00:11:54 - MEP & MIP: How We Measure Breath Strength

00:15:54 - The Anatomy of a Powerful Breath

00:17:51 - Does Mouthpiece Training Ruin Nasal Breathing?

00:19:52 - Training at 75% vs. 100% of Max Pressure

00:23:33 - Expiratory vs. Inspiratory: AHI Reduction vs. Fatigue

00:27:11 - LIVE DEMO: Mastering the Expiratory Rep

00:34:42 - Finding Ron's Max Expiratory Pressure

00:38:43 - "This Hurts My Neck": Avoiding Muscle Compensation

00:42:52 - Is This Just a High-Tech Didgeridoo?

00:52:16 - Normative Data: How Ron Stacks Up to the Average Male

00:56:43 - Why Study Results Seem Unattainable

01:02:59 - How Long to Train for Lasting Brain Changes (BDNF Study)

01:07:56 - LIVE DEMO: Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST)

01:13:33 - Endoscopy Reveals Airway Expansion

01:15:40 - Ron's Inspiratory Strength Test: The Diaphragm Burn

01:21:34 - Fast-Twitch vs. Slow-Twitch: Building Powerful Breath Muscles

01:29:55 - Does Pre-Bed Training Keep the Airway Open All Night?

01:39:44 - How RMST Can Make CPAP Therapy Tolerable

01:42:17 - The 5 Reasons for Poor Nasal Flow

01:46:34 - CASE STUDY: Jaw-Dropping Nasal Flow Increase from RMST Alone

01:49:56 - Who Should NOT Use This Device

01:55:09 - Ron's 12-Week Public Experiment Begins

#84 – Dr. Ilya Lipkin – The Midface Expander Debate: Why FME Falls Short

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Ron interviews Dr. Ilya Lipkin, an orthodontist with extensive MARPE experience. They discuss the nuances of Custom MARPE versus FME, including design considerations, TAD stability, and innovations like "Lipkin Wings." The conversation also covers the role of surgical assist, strategies to address and prevent asymmetry, and the importance of jackscrew orientation. Additionally, Dr. Lipkin shares insights on Facemask protraction therapy and offers perspectives on MMA surgery and selecting a surgeon.

Connect with Dr. Lipkin

https://www.instagram.com/drlipkinsmiles

https://www.gotbraces.com/

JawHacks Official eBook

https://substack.com/@jawhacks

1-on-1 Chat with Ron

https://jawhacks.com/chats

And More on the Website

https://jawhacks.com/

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:40 - Dr. Lipkin's Custom MARPE Experience & Course

00:02:33 - The FME Appliance: Dr. Lipkin's Unbiased Impressions

00:05:10 - FME Design Flaws? TAD Tipping & Force Vectors

00:10:24 - Armless Expanders: A True Skeletal Solution or Marketing Hype?

00:13:06 - MARPE Arms to Prevent Pinching of Soft Tissue

00:15:49 - FME's Locking TADs To Prevent Tissue Pinching

00:17:06 - Why Lateral TADs Are NON-NEGOTIABLE for Predictable Expansion

00:18:46 - The "High Palate" Myth & Problems with Distant Force Application

00:22:06 - The Disadvantage of Stock Appliances: Not Assessing Bone Thickness

00:24:59 - Surgical Assist (Piezo): Does It Always Guarantee a Midline Split?

00:29:44 - Revisiting Locking TADs (and 2-Piece Design): Are They the Future for All Expanders?

00:32:25 - Introducing "Lipkin Wings": A Custom Solution for TAD Locking

00:33:16 - Facegenics Cephalometric Analysis vs. Dr. Lipkin's Asymmetry Prevention Protocol

00:43:08 - Aligning the Expander to Avoid Exacerbating Asymmetries

00:45:50 - Expansion Sweet Spot: How Many Millimeters on Average?

00:47:12 - Can the Lab Catch a Orthodontist's Design Mistakes?

00:49:05 - The Imperative of MARPE Courses for Aspiring Practitioners

00:51:08 - Why MARPE Post-Jaw Surgery is NOT a Good Idea

00:54:29 - Do Different Surgical Plates Impact Post-Op MARPE Expansion?

00:56:45 - MARPE's Downward & Forward Vector: Is It to Be Expected?

00:58:21 - Is a Gummy Smile (Vertical Maxillary Excess) a Disqualifier for MARPE?

00:59:45 - Small Teeth Post-Expansion: Restorative Dentistry or Orthodontic Solution?

01:00:53 - Diastema Closure: Sliding Teeth Forward vs. Retracting Front Teeth

01:03:39 - Dr. Lipkin's Unfiltered Opinion on AGGA (Anterior Growth Guidance Appliance)

01:06:35 - SFOT Planning & Lower Dental Tipping Mechanics: A MUST for Predictability

01:12:46 - The Critical Role of a Skilled Periodontal Partner for SFOT

01:14:31 - Ron's Transformation & Traumatic Memory: From "Humpty Dumpty" to Facial Harmony

01:16:00 - Maxillary Protraction: Is it the Facemask's Merit or MARPE's Mechanics Alone?

01:17:50 - Case Studies: What Happens When You DON'T Wear Your Facemask?

01:20:04 - Facemask Indications: Is It Only for Class III Patients?

01:23:03 - Adult Facemask Use: Viable Option? How Many Hours Per Day?

01:24:45 - Facemask vs. Bollard Plates: Weighing TMJ Problems & Force Vectors

01:27:43 - The Future of Facemasks: Innovations from Partners Dental Labs & Facegenics (FMA)?

01:28:08 - Does Facemask Cause Undesirable Dental Tipping with MARPE?

01:29:29 - Long-Term Stability: How to Retain Facemask Protraction Results?

01:30:33 - Dr. Lipkin's Concerns on Mandibular Midline Distraction Surgeries (MSDO)

01:32:11 - Thoughts on Multi-Piece Mandibular Surgeries

01:33:00 - Worst Jaw Surgery Outcomes: Aesthetic & Functional Nightmares

01:35:41 - Avoiding Surgical Complications: How to Plan for a Good Outcome

01:39:56 - The Role of Implants (Cheekbone, Orbitals) in Achieving Facial Harmony

01:42:32 - Dr. Lipkin's Top Jaw Surgeon of Choice

01:44:27 - Advanced Surgical Assist: Separating Nasal Septum Before Expansion (MIND)

01:46:48 - Ron's Gratitude & Dr. Lipkin's Motivation Behind His Practice

01:48:50 - Dr. Lipkin Jr. vs. "Extract & Retract" Orthodontists

#83 – Dr. Joseph Yousefian – Facegenics, TMJ Risk with MSDO, and is MAPES Safe for Teeth?

Mon, 05 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Orthodontist and sleep medicine specialist Dr. Joseph Yousefian explains why Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA) doesn't always resolve sleep apnea. Drawing on case studies and clinical experience, he highlights the procedure’s limitations and the importance of addressing nasal anatomy and TMJ health. Dr. Yousefian also introduces his patented expansion techniques—MANE, DAME, and MAPES—which have shown strong results in improving airway health. This conversation explores airway dynamics, skeletal development, and the value of a personalized, multi-faceted treatment approach.

Dr. Yousefian's book: Pediatric Treatment of Sleep Apnea

https://a.co/d/aNsKjul

Hear from Dr. Yousefian's Patients

https://youtube.com/shorts/EvOC51YXxRE

https://youtu.be/fYMy1Acnlwk

https://youtu.be/uyRm7fTOF2w

JawHacks Official eBook

https://substack.com/@jawhacks

1-on-1 Chat with Ron

https://jawhacks.com/chats

And More on the Website

https://jawhacks.com/

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro & Airway Mechanics

00:01:10 - Why MMA Doesn’t Always Cure Sleep Apnea

00:03:40 - When MMA Surgery Isn't Enough (19.9 AHI Case Study)

00:05:35 - The Critical Role of Turbinate Reduction in Airway Health

00:07:03 - Empty Nose Syndrome Risks & Turbinate Management

00:08:24 - Why Significant Expansion (7-10mm) Outperforms Minimal Expansion

00:10:50 - Nasal Cavity Architecture: Height, Width & Airflow Dynamics

00:12:00 - When Counterclockwise Rotation Isn't Possible

00:14:20 - TMJ Complications After Surgery: Revision Challenges

00:15:25 - Challenges of MARPE After LeFort I Surgery

00:17:45 - Removing Plates for Successful Post-Surgical Expansion

00:19:34 - DOME Procedure (DANE): Preventing Unilateral Cheekbone Distraction

00:22:08 - MSDO to Expand Narrow Arch vs. Tongue Reduction Surgery

00:28:12 - 53.6 AHI & Mandibular Tori (Case Study)

00:32:10 - Tooth-Borne (with SARPE) vs. Bone-Borne Expansion Debate

00:35:05 - TMJ Health & MSDO Mandibular Expansion (Osteoarthritis Case)

00:40:34 - Why MMA Can Put Stress on the TMJ (Condylar Resorption)

00:46:40 - Airway Changes After MMA Surgery: Temporary Feeling of Constriction

00:48:28 - Distraction Technique After MMA (Unique Case Study)

00:50:01 - 38% Cure Rate from MMA vs. 92% from TTP (Teledontic-Telegnathic Protocol)

00:51:33 - MANE (Micro-implant Assisted Nasomaxillary Expansion) & DAME (Distraction Assisted Mandibular Expansion) aka MARPE & MSDO

00:53:42 - Lip Competence & Auto-Rotation of Mandible Through Orthodontic Treatment (Case Study)

00:58:52 - Protecting & Supporting Front Teeth: Importance of Arms in Expanders

01:01:00 - Managing Asymmetric Expansion & the Purpose of Molar Arms

01:05:00 - Severe Complications: Mid-Facial Asymmetry Case Study

01:09:05 - Double Vision Complication After Expansion

01:12:08 - Benefits of Tooth-Borne Combined with Bone-Borne Anchorage

01:13:10 - FME (Facegenics Mid-facial Expander) & Armless Expanders Discussion

01:19:54 - Dentoalveolar vs. Skeletal Changes & Why They Are Both Important

01:29:45 - Prof. Won Moon: The Originator of MARPE

01:31:45 - Proportional Expansion Between Maxilla and Mandible

01:33:00 - Why DAME (MSDO) Is Safe for the Condyles & TMJ

01:37:00 - Recovery from Asymmetric Expansio (Case Study)

01:38:50 - SFOT vs. DAME: Severity of Surgical Procedure

01:41:11 - Addressing Critique from Kasey Li on MSDO

01:43:02 - MAPE (Micro-implant Assisted Protraction Expansion) for Children

01:48:36 - MAPES (Micro-implant Assisted Protraction Expansion Surgery) for Adults

01:51:50 - MAPES: When MMA is Not an Option

01:53:04 - AGGA vs. MAPES: Controlled Advancement Without Teeth Flaring

01:56:43 - The Legendary Case & Vertical Control for Counterclockwise Rotation

01:58:25 - Teledentics: Medical Utilization of Dentistry for Sleep Apnea

01:59:12 - Restorative Dentistry: How Crowns Support Expansion Stability

02:01:50 - MAPES and Sensitivity of Front Teeth

02:03:15 - The Limitations of Treatments & The Risk-Benefit Ratio

02:05:00 - Dr. Yousefian's Book: Pediatric Treatment of Sleep Apnea

#82 – Dr. Tracey Nguyen – Why Some Patients FREAK OUT After Jaw Surgery and MARPE

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Tracey Nguyen, a cosmetic and airway-focused dentist, joins Ron for an in-depth discussion on topics ranging from chronic headaches and pediatric expansion timing to the complexities of MARPE, maxillary protraction, and digital surgical planning. Explore how personalized treatment strategies and practical goals can help optimize airway function, facial development and aesthetics.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 – Intro

00:01:19 – Ron’s Journey & Jaw Surgery Motivation

00:03:07 – Tongue Posture, Neck Pain & Airway Connection

00:04:31 – Anatomy, Gut Health & Chronic Inflammation

00:07:00 – Pediatric vs Adult Expansion: Why Timing Matters

00:09:47 – Bone-Borne vs Tooth-Borne Expanders Explained

00:12:08 – Why General Dentists Are Stepping In

00:15:55 – Facial Esthetics, Asymmetry & Expansion Protocols

00:19:55 – Tag Placement, Engineering & Predictability

00:24:27 – Custom Expanders: Technology & Innovation

00:28:47 – Planning Expansion with Visual Outcomes

00:34:27 – Avoiding Overexpansion & Managing Expectations

00:38:45 – Risk Factors, Disqualifiers & Patient Management

00:42:08 – Beyond MARPE: Forward Growth & Alternatives

00:45:48 – Face Mask Protraction: What Works & What Doesn’t

00:50:26 – Class I, Setbacks & Protraction in Adults

00:53:12 – How Much Expansion Improves Airway Function?

00:55:13 – Choosing a Surgical Team & Digital Planning

01:00:15 – Balancing Airway Gains with Facial Aesthetics

01:03:19 – Patient Psychology, Satisfaction & Outcomes

01:07:16 – Full Disclosure & Informed Consent

01:10:24 – Tooth Size Discrepancies & Restorative Planning

01:11:25 – TMJ, Occlusion & Bite-Based Pain

01:16:06 – Multidisciplinary Approach & Final Takeaways

#81 – Dr. Paulo Soares – Transform Your Child’s Future with These Jaw Growth Secrets

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Paulo Soares, expert in airway health, pediatric orthodontics, and facial development, breaks down the science behind jaw growth, breathing optimization, and myofunctional therapy. This episode explores how breastfeeding, nasal breathing, palatal expansion, and myofunctional therapy can prevent lifelong issues like mouth breathing, poor posture, and dental crowding.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:00 - Genetics vs environmental factors in facial growth

00:03:27 - Nasal breathing as the foundation for optimal craniofacial development

00:04:33 - How breastfeeding and a hard diet build strong oral structure

00:05:34 - Tongue tie detection sets the stage for proper function

00:10:10 - Environmental challenges and their impact on immune adaptation

00:24:18 - Red flags in oral posture that signal the need for intervention

00:39:20 - Timing interventions for palatal expansion to achieve lasting results

00:51:22 - Myofunctional therapy to maintain treatment gains

00:55:15 - Dr. Soares daughter transformative facial development

01:03:13 - Skeletal vs dental expansion in early orthodontic treatment

01:05:30 - How maxillary constriction affects nasal breathing and airway function

01:07:43 - Balancing natural growth with artificial modifications to prevent dental compensation

01:10:23 - Case study: A 3-year-old with open bite treated with functional appliance

01:13:30 - Explaining myobrace mechanics, tongue repositioning, and compliance challenges

01:16:20 - How functional therapy redirects mandibular growth

01:22:40 - The myobrace for young patients in early intervention

01:25:56 - Case study: A 13-year-old shifting from braces to functional postural training

01:31:10 - Joint remodeling via controlled mandibular advancement

01:36:09 - The central role of proper tongue posture in airway health

01:39:41 - Weighing jaw surgery against functional training options

01:54:11 - How breastfeeding impacts jaw and facial development

02:01:07 - Future collaboration to create a breastfeeding device

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#80 – Lisa Kusch Pt. 2 – What can we learn by monitoring CO2 levels in real time?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Breathing behavior analyst Lisa Kusch shows the risks of over-breathing, hypocapnia, and airway dysfunction. Watch as Ron uses a capnometer to track his breathing in real-time, revealing surprising insights into how different breathing patterns impact CO2 levels.

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00:00:00 Intro

00:01:08 What is Capnography?

00:02:56 Setting Up the Nasal Cannula

00:04:00 Inside the Capno-Trainer Device

00:05:54 Calibration and Environmental Adjustments

00:07:10 First Data Insights: CO2 Levels

00:09:00 Understanding the CO2 Graph

00:12:23 Testing Mental Tasks (Memory & Math)

00:15:03 Physical Activity: Marching Test

00:17:17 Overbreathing and Its Effects

00:20:24 Low CO2’s Impact on the Brain

00:24:20 Meditation vs. Normal Breathing

00:29:40 Breath Holds and Recovery

00:35:10 Reviewing Session Data Trends

00:38:48 Breathing and Emotional Trauma

00:44:28 Diet, Gut Health, and Breathing

00:52:20 Social Anxiety and Breathing Habits

00:58:29 Hormones (Progesterone) and Breathing

01:01:20 Pregnancy and CO2 Levels

01:04:09 Cannabis, Nicotine, and Breathing

01:07:24 Artists, Creativity, and Dissociation

01:10:00 Addiction and Breathing Patterns

01:15:25 Practical Tips for Better Breathing

01:17:11 How to Work with a Breathing Coach

01:18:43 Closing Remarks

#79 – Lisa Kusch Pt. 1 – Breathe Less to Get More Oxygen – Why CO2 is Critical

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Breathing behavior analyst Lisa Kusch joins JawHacks to explore the critical role of carbon dioxide in oxygen delivery and respiratory health. The discussion covers how overbreathing leads to hypocapnia, impacting sleep, energy, and cognitive function. She also examines the pros and cons of breath training methods like Wim Hof and Buteyko, the psychological and physiological factors shaping breathing habits, and practical techniques for retraining the breath to improve overall well-being.

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0:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:04 - The Role of CO2 in Oxygen Delivery

00:04:37 - What Happens When CO2 is Too Low?

00:06:30 - Underdeveloped Jaws & Overbreathing

00:10:20 - The Subconscious of Dysfunctional Breathing

00:12:40 - Breath as the Bridge Between Mind and Body

00:17:42 - Deep States of Breathing: The Science of Bliss & Jhana

00:21:32 - Hypercapnia & Apnea: The Extreme Ends of Breathing

00:27:58 - How Trauma Can Shape Breathing for Life

00:36:09 - Wim Hof vs. Buteyko Breathing: Benefits & Pitfalls

00:48:11 - Mouth Breathing, Sleep Apnea & CO2 Loss

00:55:05 - Why Jaw Surgery Doesn't Always Solve Sleep Apnea

00:57:37 - Strengthening Breathing Muscles for Functional Airway Health

01:00:06 - The Three Root Causes of Dysfunctional Breathing Habits

#78 – Dr. Kevin Coppelson – Custom PEEK Implants with Jaw Surgery, MIND vs. EASE, and Mandibular Distraction (MSDO)

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Oral surgeon Dr. Kevin Coppelson delves into jaw expansion, facial aesthetics, and airway enhancement. He breaks down his MIND procedure, a minimally invasive technique for naso-maxillary expansion, and explains how PEEK implants can enhance facial symmetry while avoiding the "dogmaxxed" look. Learn the key benefits of mandibular transverse expansion for airway improvement, and how to choose between MARPE and segmental LeFort for optimal results.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:05 - The effects of wildfires on breathing in Los Angeles

00:04:31 - Dr. Coppelson practice at the Breathe Institute

00:06:22 - Mandibular expansion (MSDO) and its benefits on airway

00:10:21 - Addressing both structural and functional aspects

00:13:22 - Managing TMJ during mandibular expansion

00:17:20 - Aesthetic consequences of MSDO and orbital implants

00:21:46 - Custom PEEK implants, their advantages, and infection risks

00:28:06 - Dr. Coppelson training and surgical techniques evolution

00:35:52 - Buccal fat pad removal and how bone affects facial aesthetics

00:39:06 - Impact of social media on jaw surgery outcomes

00:41:48 - Orthognathic surgery: balancing beauty, function, and breathing

00:45:27 - The importance of planning and 3D imaging

00:54:30 - Addressing patient concerns on the surgical planning

00:59:25 - Introduction to the MIND procedure and its technical aspects

01:10:27 - Demographic considerations and tooth-anchored expanders

01:16:02 - Potential benefits of armless expanders like the FME

01:18:06 - Importance of cephalometric analysis in planning MARPE

01:21:45 - Causes of asymmetries in MARPE and how to prevent them

01:25:32 - Nasal maxillary expansion vs segmental LeFort surgery

01:28:01 - Where to find Dr. Coppelson online

#77 – Dr. George Mandelaris – SFOT Explained by World’s Top Provider

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Periodontist Dr. George Mandelaris explains Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Therapy (SFOT) and how it enhances alveolar bone structure to safely move teeth, prevent root resorption, and improve outcomes for patients with complex orthodontic needs. He also discusses the risks of mandibular expansion, the impact of medications like steroids and weight-loss drugs on healing, and why Invisalign may not always be effective after SFOT.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 MARPE: From Hero to Villain in Orthodontics

00:05:13 SFOT Explained: How Much Expansion Is Possible?

00:10:08 CT Scans & SureSmile: Non-Negotiable for Safe Expansion

00:17:14 "Let It Rip" Expansion Gone Wrong (Real Risks)

00:27:06 SFOT + Jaw Surgery = Fewer Complications

00:37:19 Mandibular Expansion: Distraction vs. Surgery

00:50:40 Why Thin Bone Dooms Jaw Surgery (SFOT Fixes This)

01:02:09 Step-by-Step SFOT Surgery (Bone Grafting Secrets)

01:21:23 Red Flags & Green Flags When Choosing a SFOT Provider

01:43:56 Tipping vs. Bodily Movement: SFOT Myths Debunked

02:00:06 Drugs That Ruin SFOT (Testosterone, Ozempic, Steroids)

#76 – Dr. Kimberly Santiago – Skeletal vs. Dental Expansion – Asking the Tough Questions

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0400

General dentist Dr. Kimberly Santiago dives into the transformative power of skeletal expanders (MARPE) and functional jaw development. Topics include growth milestones in jaw development, aligning airway health with aesthetics, sleep studies for kids, advancements in bandless MARPE, and protocols for slow expansion.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction to tooth-borne vs bone-borne expanders

00:04:22 - Importance of early jaw development for airway health

00:06:18 - Sleep studies and jaw development in children

00:08:07 - MARPE for pre-adolescents

00:10:55 - Benefits and outcomes of skeletal expanders

00:14:23 - Challenges in using MARPE for younger patients

00:17:32 - Avoiding dental-alveolar effects with bandless MARPE

00:19:45 - Aligners and expanders

00:22:31 - No-diastema MARPE protocol

00:26:11 - Why slow expansion techniques are becoming the standard

00:30:55 - Role of cortical punctures in enhancing skeletal expansion

00:35:18 - Advantages of bandless MARPE

00:40:02 - Debunking myths about premolar extractions and their impact

00:45:40 - Functional dentistry and its focus on airway-centered care

00:50:23 - Detailed case study of successful MARPE

01:01:04 - Advancements in CBCT imaging

01:06:38 - MARPE customization

01:12:45 - Suture stimulation for adult expansion.

01:19:13 - Addressing skeletal asymmetries with MARPE

01:25:41 - Managing complications of MARPE + SFO T

01:30:08 - The benefits of 3D-printed expanders

01:35:29 - Enhancing stability in jaw expansion

01:39:50 - Dr. Santiago’s jaw surgery CBCTs

01:41:57 - Using CB imaging for cranial base and alignment corrections

01:51:30 - Practical insights into aligning cranial planes and nasal spine

01:55:12 - Functional improvements with Homeoblock.

02:01:23 - Functional and aesthetic goals.

02:08:14 - Case studies on MARPE’s impact on airway and symmetry

02:15:38 - Dr. Santiago’s vision for the future of airway-centered dentistry

02:22:51 - Comprehensive care offerings from Dr. Santiago’s practice

02:27:50 - Final thoughts on remote consults

02:29:41 - Importance of SFOT for improving bone stability

#75 – Dr. Anil Rama – The Science of Better Sleep. Ron’s Sleep Study Analysis

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Sleep physician and neurologist Dr. Anil Rama analyzes Ron's WatchPAT sleep study in detail. The discussion highlights key findings, including respiratory indices, oxygen levels, and patterns of sleep fragmentation. Dr. Rama offers valuable insights into the causes of sleep disruptions and explores potential treatments, from breathing exercises to surgical options, emphasizing personalized approaches to improve sleep quality and health in general.

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00:00:00 - Introduction to Ron's Sleep Study

00:01:12 - Sleep Efficiency Explained

00:02:00 - Interpreting Respiratory Indices

00:06:01 - Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome: Myths and Facts

00:09:13 - CO2, Oxygen Saturation, and Breathing Dynamics

00:16:11 - Arousal Patterns and Sleep Health

00:24:54 - Central Apneas and Behavioral Breathing Issues

00:31:39 - Over-Breathing: Causes and Impact on Health

00:38:19 - Evaluating Snoring and Positional Data

00:45:46 - Sleep Fragmentation and Light Sleepers

00:51:05 - Addressing Nasal Blockages and Potential Treatments

00:56:01 - Evaluating Surgery and Breathing Protocols

01:00:00 - Diagnosing Nasal Obstructions: Sinus and Airway Analysis

01:08:20 - Exploring the Role of Allergies in Breathing Issues

01:15:35 - Treatment Options: Spray Protocols and Surgery Alternatives

01:22:10 - Addressing Sleep Hygiene and Breathing Behaviors

01:30:40 - Jaw Surgery and Its Impact on Sleep Apnea

01:34:15 - Final Insights

#74 – Dr. Michael Hutz – ENT Surgeon Gets MARPE: CPAP, Jaw Surgery & Airway Health

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Michael Hutz, ENT-otolaryngologist, shares his expertise on treating breathing and sleep issues, from CPAP therapy to modern surgical options. The discussion covers topics like naso-maxillary expansion, sleep surgery, and the connection between jaw development and breathing problems. Drawing from both his experience as a surgeon and his own journey with MARPE treatment, Dr. Hutz offers insights into airway health and treatment planning.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Michael Hutz

00:03:34 - CPAP Effectiveness & Long-term Effects

00:07:06 - Typical Surgical Procedures Overview

00:08:00 - Understanding DISE (Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy)

00:10:10 - REM Sleep & Airway Muscle Tone

00:15:03 - Surgical Assist Techniques for MARPE

00:16:29 - Dr. Hutz's Personal MARPE Experience

00:20:14 - Lateral Buttress & Surgical Techniques

00:22:29 - Pterygomaxillary Suture Release Details

00:28:23 - Surgical Assist vs Non-Surgical Expansion

00:29:22 - Future of Orthodontic Technology

00:30:30 - Endoscopic Surgical Techniques

00:31:44 - Different Approaches to Palatal Expansion

00:33:45 - Surgical vs Non-Surgical Treatment Planning

00:35:36 - Dr. Gunson's Course Insights

00:37:17 - Aesthetics vs Function in Jaw Surgery

00:39:37 - Academic vs Private Practice Approaches

00:41:34 - Cheekbone Enhancement Strategies

00:47:14 - Nasal Breathing and Expansion Effects

00:49:32 - Treatment Planning Considerations

00:56:29 - Surgical Decision Making: Short vs Long-term Solutions

00:57:18 - Understanding Tongue Size and Jaw Space

00:58:09 - Case Study: Chronic Headaches and Neck Pain

00:59:35 - Tongue Size vs Jaw Size Debate

01:00:13 - Research on Tongue Fat and Sleep Apnea

01:01:44 - Connection Between Jaw Structure and Headaches

01:02:52 - Posture and Airway Relationship

01:04:48 - Sleep Posture and Muscle Compensation

01:07:14 - Turbinate Reduction Surgery Explained

01:08:00 - Modern Surgical Techniques vs Empty Nose Syndrome

01:15:10 - Nasal Breathing and Turbinate Health

01:18:27 - Understanding Allergies and Airway Health

01:23:47 - Breastfeeding's Impact on Breathing Development

01:24:44 - Natural Functional Therapy Through Breastfeeding

01:25:24 - Multifactorial Causes of Sleep Issues

01:26:47 - Early Intervention Strategies

01:27:35 - Innovation in Infant Feeding Solutions

01:28:38 - MARPE and Asymmetry Discussion

01:30:30 - Personal Experience with Jaw Issues

01:31:58 - Planning for Jaw Surgery

01:37:12 - Recovery Optimization Strategies

01:39:04 - Psychological Aspects of Jaw Surgery

01:41:17 - Deep Dive: The Inspire Device

01:44:52 - Multiple Interventions in Sleep Apnea Treatment

#73 – Dr. Ziv Peled – The Science Behind Occipital Neuralgia and Chronic Headaches

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Dr. Ziv Peled, a plastic and peripheral nerve surgeon, shares his expertise on nerve anatomy, chronic pain, and innovative surgical treatments. The conversation covers topics such as occipital neuralgia, the role of fascia in nerve compression, and how structural issues like jaw alignment and posture can contribute to chronic headaches.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Introduction: Dr. Peled and His Work

00:02:12 Understanding Occipital Neuralgia and Nerve Compression

00:05:11 Fascial Abnormalities and Their Impact on Nerves

00:08:08 Neurological vs. Mechanical Causes of Headaches

00:14:13 Nerves, Blood Vessels, and Chronic Pain Connections

00:21:18 Divergent Anatomy and Patient-Specific Challenges

00:27:59 Advances in Breast Sensation Restoration After Mastectomy

00:33:08 The Link Between Posture, Airway Issues, and Pain

00:38:50 Jaw Alignment and Structural Approaches to Headache Relief

00:44:00 Systemic Pain Sensitization and Chronic Nerve Issues

00:50:19 Navigating Medical Systems for Complex Nerve Pain Cases

01:01:09 Evolution in Migraine Surgery and Innovative Techniques

01:10:00 Fat Grafting for Nerve Pain Relief: Insights and Outcomes

01:22:00 Exploring Challenges in Adopting New Treatments

01:30:00 Educating Physicians and Advancing Headache Treatment

01:38:00 Final Thoughts: Future of Nerve Pain Treatment and Advocacy

#72 – Dr. Jeremy Manuele – The Ultimate FME and MARPE Deep Dive

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Orthodontist Jeremy Manuele provides an in-depth look at the FME device, breaking down its design, mechanics and unique features, including its locking tabs, bi-cortical engagement, and controlled three-dimensional expansion. Dr. Manuele also discusses common challenges in skeletal expansion, how the FME addresses these issues, and the meticulous design process behind it.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:41 FME Design and Locking Mechanism

00:05:13 Company Background and Clinical Challenges

00:12:09 Patient Safety and Digital Monitoring Systems

00:13:29 Surgical Planning and Anatomical Landmarks

00:19:00 Expansion Techniques for Skeletal Alignment

00:24:16 Overview of FME Surgical Guides and Kit

00:30:40 Appliance Placement Process

00:39:17 Patient Comfort and Tolerance of Appliance

00:44:31 Comparing FME to Custom Appliances

00:47:45 FME Device Components and Clinical Precision

00:54:34 Quality Control and Initial Clinical Cases

01:00:49 Innovations in Protraction Therapy

01:06:05 SARPE Compared to Segmental Surgery

01:08:35 Biomechanics of Maxillary Expansion

01:11:35 Adult Bone Movement Case Study

01:17:31 TMJ Mechanics and Jaw Positioning

01:26:44 Dental Intrusion and Maxillary Movement

01:34:21 Maxillary Advancement and Dental Adjustments

01:39:26 Types of Dental Expansion and Airway Analysis

01:45:34 Age Considerations: Case Study of a Patient in Their 70s

01:51:51 Addressing Asymmetry and Radiograph Superimposition

01:57:46 Skeletal Reference Points and Lab Error Analysis

02:01:10 The Future of Orthodontics and Educational Resources

02:05:28 Early Expansion Approaches in Young Patients

02:06:27 Remote Orthodontic Consultation Services

#71 – Dr. John Mew – Why Traditional Orthodontics Is Failing Us

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Professor John Mew shares insights into orthodontics and facial development, exploring holistic health practices for craniofacial wellness. He covers the impact of diet and environment on facial structure, along with the benefits of nasal breathing and early orthodontic intervention. The discussion examines both traditional and modern approaches to jaw alignment, while addressing posture, environmental factors, and the controversial role of jaw surgery.

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00:00:00 Greetings and Introduction

00:00:53 Professor Mew’s Health and Longevity

00:01:32 Importance of Caloric Restriction and Diet

00:03:56 Calorie Restriction Benefits: Research Insights

00:05:18 Natural Dietary Choices and Cravings

00:07:10 Pregnancy Cravings and Nutrient Needs

00:10:09 Ideal Feeding Practices for Infants

00:11:19 The Impact of Dust and Environment on Health

00:12:49 Baby Breathing and Importance of Nasal Breathing

00:15:23 Role of Breastfeeding in Promoting Nasal Breathing

00:18:10 Building Codes, Ventilation, and Air Quality

00:19:19 Health Effects of Narrow Palates

00:20:02 Tongue Position and Muscular Impact of Small Palates

00:23:59 Evolution of Jaw Surgery Techniques

00:26:27 Posture as a Cure for Malocclusion

00:28:34 Orthotropics vs. Surgery in Adults

00:30:59 Importance of Proper Mewing Technique

00:34:29 Wisdom Tooth Extractions and Facial Structure

00:36:14 Professor Mew’s Racing Career and Mechanics

00:37:59 Impact of Expansion Appliances on Teeth

00:39:59 Maxillary Expansion in Adults

00:43:35 Biobloc Appliance and Orthotropics for Children

00:46:09 Beginning Orthotropics in Early Childhood

00:49:09 Optimal Duration for Breastfeeding

00:50:29 Natural Parenting Challenges and Breastfeeding

00:52:01 Choosing a Partner for Raising Healthy Children

00:54:34 Nasal Breathing and Health Benefits for Adults

00:55:59 Buteyko Breathing and Nasal Obstruction

01:01:09 Professor Mew’s Influence Across Generations

01:03:44 Modern Life vs. Ancestral Living

01:05:01 Mental Health and Internet Addiction

01:06:20 Social Media’s Impact on Modern Community and Self-Esteem

01:07:39 Reflection on YouTube Channel and Jaw Surgery Discussions

01:09:05 Environmental and Surgical Approaches in Orthodontics

01:12:10 Mid-Palatal Suture Expansion: Risks and Techniques

01:15:19 Philosophical Reflections: Good vs. Evil and Orthodontics

01:19:06 Professor Mew on Belief, Religion, and Morality

01:20:59 Challenges of Aging and Connection to Younger Generations

01:22:04 Closing Reflections and Final Words

#69 – Dr. David Bell – The Mindful Jaw Surgeon

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Orthognathic surgeon Dr. David Bell delves into a wide range of topics, connecting mindfulness practices with surgical techniques.

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In this episode, we discuss:

- Meditation and its role in healthcare

- The relationship between facial structure and well-being

- Advanced 3D surgical planning and custom hardware

- Patient experiences and transformative outcomes

- The latest maxillofacial surgical techniques

00:00:00 Introduction and initial conversation

00:00:59 Discussion on meditation and mindfulness practices

00:03:59 Exploring the concept of karma and bio-psychosocial systems

00:09:25 Biomechanical explanation of neck pain and posture

00:15:18 Comparison of meditation techniques: yoga nidra and samadhi

00:21:37 Cervical spine adaptations and posture

00:25:23 The concept of being a "mapmaker" in healthcare

00:29:55 Community building and collaboration in healthcare advocacy

00:35:43 Impact of facial structure on health and wellbeing

00:38:48 Modern lifestyle impacts on nervous system and facial development

00:41:01 Emotional connections and support in healthcare

00:45:15 Fight, flight, freeze responses in stressful situations

00:49:50 Technologies and statistics in jaw surgery

00:55:53 Patient selection and life circumstances

00:59:08 Advanced imaging techniques for surgical planning

01:08:32 Understanding centric relation and occlusion

01:12:32 Airway assessment and posture considerations

01:18:09 2D treatment planning and patient education

01:21:05 Introduction to facial surgery concepts

01:24:22 Explaining 3D surgical preplanning

01:28:19 Sub-apical osteotomy and facial balance

01:35:26 Learning treatment planning and facial analysis

01:47:13 Quality control and patient involvement

01:53:53 Cutting guides and hardware design

02:03:52 Expanding the maxilla and airway

02:09:33 Insurance and patient advocacy

02:14:53 Surgery first and orthodontic decompensation

02:23:57 Importance of trust between surgeon and orthodontist

02:29:50 Jaw surgery vs. naso-maxillary expanders

02:34:24 Analyzing posture and neck position

02:36:49 Patient experiences and outcomes

02:41:25 Emotional intelligence and vulnerability in healthcare

02:46:26 Orthodontic history and surgical considerations

02:54:58 Rapid fire Q&A segment

02:55:49 Custom vs. non-custom plates in jaw surgery

03:01:34 Surgical technique: Mandible first approach

03:07:29 Maxillary advancement case study

03:15:12 Understanding airway flow and cross-sectional area

03:18:48 Comparing surgical approaches: Simple vs. complex

03:22:04 Segmental maxillary expansion and tooth spacing

03:29:28 Incision and bone cut locations in maxillofacial surgery

03:34:35 Case study: Problem-solving in maxillary surgery

03:38:22 Post-operative recovery process

03:41:22 Benefits of custom hardware and pain management

03:44:30 Closing thoughts and well wishes

#68 – Dr. Michael J. Gunson – The Art and Science of Jaw Surgery

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Oral surgeon Dr. Michael J. Gunson explores the intersection of cultural views on beauty and the technical aspects of surgical interventions. This wide-ranging conversation covers topics such as sleep apnea, connective tissue disorders, and the role of skeletal structure in overall health. Dr. Gunson also discusses the impact of neurotransmitters, diet on health, and shares his philosophy of healthcare. From custom surgical plates to minimally invasive techniques, this episode provides an in-depth look at the latest practices and future trends in jaw surgery.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:16 - Reputation and Aesthetic Surgery

00:03:50 - The Arnett Analysis

00:06:35 - Function vs. Aesthetics in Surgery

00:20:40 - Patient Experience and Expectations

00:21:55 - The Importance of Functionality

00:23:48 - Engineering and Aesthetics

00:25:20 - Cultural Perspectives on Beauty

00:31:47 - Jaw Surgery Outcomes

00:42:19 - Nature and Facial Development

00:43:21 - Sleep Apnea and Connective Tissue Disorders

00:45:14 - Skeletal Structure and Treatment Approaches

00:47:28 - Surgical Outcomes and Patient Expectations

01:16:09 - Neurotransmitter Effects and Bruxism

01:22:16 - Personal Health Journey and Dietary Changes

01:27:55 - Dopaminergic Drugs and Addiction

01:28:11 - Homeostasis and Health

01:29:00 - Patient-Centric Approach in Surgery

01:33:08 - Informed Consent and Treatment Options

01:34:11 - Decision-Making in Orthodontics and Surgery

01:35:38 - Understanding Jaw Structure and Treatment

01:38:24 - Surgical Techniques and Considerations

01:48:31 - Surgeon Experience and Patient Outcomes

02:02:26 - Philosophical Reflections on Surgery

02:12:20 - Role of Jaw Surgeons

02:13:10 - Artistry vs Engineering in Surgery

02:16:13 - Patient Experience and Diagnosis

02:20:22 - Philosophy of Health Care

02:26:35 - Custom vs Non-Custom Plates

02:50:07 - Surgical Techniques and Outcomes

02:53:28 - Mandible Development and Variations

02:54:59 - Surgical Interventions and Techniques

02:58:06 - Genioplasty and Its Considerations

03:06:27 - Cheekbone Implants and Aesthetic Surgery

03:26:50 - Minimally Invasive Surgery

03:30:53 - Conclusion

#67 – Chill English Student Mogged by Sister Seeks MARPE in Europe

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

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00:00 Introduction and Setup

00:35 Discussing Health Issues

02:29 Exploring Treatment Options

05:06 Sharing Personal Experiences

09:33 Jacob vs. His Sister

12:50 Preventing MSE / MARPE Asymmetry

24:07 Remote Treatment Feasibility

29:13 Understanding Tongue Space and Jaw Concerns

29:53 Wisdom Teeth and Jaw Surgery Implications

30:44 Evaluating Jaw Surgery and Sleep Apnea

33:09 Considering Expansion Before Jaw Surgery

38:13 Exercise and MSE Appliance Considerations

39:23 The Timeline for Expansion and Orthodontics

41:08 The Role of Retainers Post-Treatment

42:53 The Importance of Retainers and Tongue Posture

56:41 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

#66 – Nicole Goldfarb – Ron Tells His Whole Jaw Story: First Half Only

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This is the first half only of myofunctional therapist Nicole Goldfarb interviews Ron Ead, the founder of JawHacks, who details his journey from suffering chronic headaches to becoming an airway advocate.

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00:00 Introduction to the Interview

00:52 Meet Ron Ead: Airway Patient Turned Advocate

03:43 Ron's Background and Journey

05:54 Discovering the Importance of Airway Health

08:15 The Struggles and Failures with Tooth-Borne Expanders

25:59 The Breakthrough with MSE Expansion

29:54 The Impact of MSE on Health and Lifestyle

#65 – Dr. Newaz & Dr. Jaffari – FME Matrix Download

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This episode explores the evolution and future of maxillary skeletal expansion, including a deep-dive into FME (Facegenics Midfacial Expander), a recent and very exciting development in the world of nasomaxillary expansion.

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00:00 Freestyle Intro and Podcast Kickoff

00:37 Introducing The Jaw Complex Channel

01:27 Purpose and Vision of The Jaw Complex

01:56 Expansion: More Than Just Teeth Movement

05:18 Biohacking and Expansion

10:21 Skeletal Expansion and Airway Health

22:54 Orthodontic Training and Personal Experience

27:06 Evolution of Expansion Techniques

39:27 Challenges and Lessons in Skeletal Expansion

55:32 Introduction to Custom MARPE

56:11 Integrating CBCT in the Workflow

57:07 Surface Data and Digital Imaging

58:18 Surgical Guides and Custom MARPE

01:00:41 Challenges and Solutions in Expander Placement

01:03:53 Dimensional Stability in Expansion

01:10:32 Introduction to FME and Its Development

01:14:56 Exploring the FME Appliance

01:16:33 Planning and Placement of FME

01:31:25 Comparing Custom MARPE and FME

01:35:41 Custom Printed Surgical Plates

01:36:41 Locking TADs and Bicortical Anchorage

01:39:14 CBCT Image Analysis

01:39:45 Nasal Septum Deviation and Palate Expansion

01:42:08 FME Installation and Protraction

01:57:51 Protraction Techniques and Bollard Plates

02:04:13 Understanding Protraction and Facial Augmentation

02:06:09 Exploring Headgear and DIY Solutions

02:06:34 Debating Expansion Techniques and Their Effects

02:15:15 Custom Expanders and Addressing Asymmetry

02:20:29 The Role of Piezo Surgery in Expansion

02:24:56 Considering Expansion Before MMA Surgery

02:30:46 Historical moment

02:33:51 Patient Experience and Decision Making

02:36:14 Surgical Techniques and Considerations

02:40:34 Choosing the Right Jaw Surgeon

02:44:15 Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality

02:48:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections

02:50:48 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

#64 - Eric Had Jaw Surgery with Dr. Alfi Just 5 Weeks Ago

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this interview, Eric discusses his experience with jaw surgery performed by Dr. Alfi. The video includes a comprehensive analysis of Eric's pre and post-surgery molds, highlighting the specifics of the maxillary and mandibular advancements, and the overall impacts of the surgery. Eric recounts his surgical journey, recovery process, and the unique aspects of Dr. Alfi's technique, including the custom pre-printed plates and the piriform rim osteotomy to improve nasal breathing.

Eric also shares insights into his initial health issues, the decision-making process leading to the surgery, and the improvements in his breathing, neck posture, and overall well-being post-surgery.

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00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:10 Pre-Surgery Molds and Changes

01:29 Surgical Details and Techniques

04:40 Post-Surgery Experience and Recovery

06:52 Challenges and Adjustments

15:24 Numbness and Sensation

19:59 Breathing and Sleep Improvements

28:25 Aesthetic Outcomes and Reflections

33:43 Reflecting on Jaw Surgery Decision

33:56 Initial Hesitations and Concerns

34:49 Recovery and Benefits

35:31 The Paradigm Shift in Jaw Surgery

37:50 Consultations and Sleep Studies

42:14 Rhinomanometry and Nasal Breathing

45:38 Deciding Between MMA and EASE

49:09 Post-Surgery Reflections and Results

56:57 Final Thoughts and Future Considerations

#63 – Dr. Sandra Kahn – “The Correct Way to Achieve Nasal Breathing”

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

This episode explores cutting-edge techniques in child development and healthcare, focusing on holistic practices leading to proper jaw development. Topics include the importance of nasal breathing, optimal sleep patterns, and advanced oral health exercises.

The conversation emphasizes breastfeeding, discussion of pacifier use, and proper weaning methods for jaw and airway health.

Dr. Khan introduces the concept of nasal intelligence (N.I.), and shares other insights from her new book, "Breathe 4.0" which is now for sale: https://forwardontics.com/products/breathe-4-0-book

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00:00 Warm Greetings and Catching Up

00:15 Exploring Playa Viva and Its Offerings

01:15 Transdisciplinary Approach in Healthcare

05:26 The Role of an Advocate in Patient Care

06:42 Personal Experiences with Orthognathic Surgery

11:27 The Importance of a Healing Environment

13:29 Challenges in Holistic and For-Profit Medicine

25:00 Sweden's Non-Profit Healthcare Success

26:20 Debating Expansion Techniques and Stability

36:32 The Importance of Teeth Contact

36:38 Understanding the Functional Matrix

37:33 The Role of Suction in Oral Health

38:34 The Uplock Technique Explained

40:17 The Connection Between Breastfeeding and Uplock

40:53 The Mechanics of Infant Swallowing

44:04 The Historical Perspective on Mastication

47:44 The Impact of Modern Diet on Chewing

49:18 The Role of Breastfeeding and Weaning

54:54 Challenges of Introducing Solid Foods

01:01:26 The Evolution of Infant Feeding Practices

01:04:22 The Benefits of Walking and Community Living

01:05:59 Post-Surgery Healing and Fasting

01:10:21 Fever and the Body's Natural Healing Process

01:13:32 Co-Sleeping and Children's Sleep Habits

01:17:24 The Importance of Deep Sleep for Babies

01:17:48 The Marshmallow Test and Self-Regulation

01:19:47 Introducing the Uplock Pacifier

01:20:25 How the Uplock Pacifier Works

01:20:57 Transitioning from Nipple to Shield Pacifiers

01:25:23 Using Pacifiers to Encourage Nasal Breathing

01:27:35 The Role of Pacifiers in Early Development

01:30:05 Understanding Oral Compartmentalization

01:35:05 Positive Reinforcement and Pacifier Training

01:36:33 Exploring Forward Onyx Products

01:44:39 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts

#62 – Dr. David Alfi – Is Jaw Surgery the Ultimate Biohack?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

For this JawCast episode, I traveled to Houston, Texas to interview Dr. David Alfi and explore the evolution of jaw surgery from traditional methods to the precision of custom plates. We also about orthognathic surgery from a biohacking point of view.

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00:00:00 Intro: Traditional vs Custom

00:09:04 Custom Plates Efficiency & TMJ

00:21:53 Small Jaws Epidemic

00:27:05 Progress in Jaw Surgery

00:33:51 Jaw Surgery & Biohacking

00:37:40 Biohackers' Oversight

00:40:22 Is MARPE Necessary?

00:57:16 Midface & Cheekbone Enhancement

01:02:30 The Eye Area

01:04:25 @GiantImplants & Looksmaxxing

01:12:02 Managing Expectations & Planning

01:17:18 Weakness of Traditional Plates

01:20:16 Does Size matter?

01:24:52 Empathizing With Patients

01:28:54 Rarity of Jaw Surgeons

01:34:52 How to Manage Big Advancements

01:39:46 Surgery First or Surgery After?

01:43:01 Neck Posture & Jaw Size

01:46:10 Pre-Printed Plates Nightmare

01:53:33 TMJ Self-Healing

02:01:14 Small Airway & TMJ Management

02:09:01 Surgery During Growth

02:19:12 Ron's Airway Issues

02:23:34 Spirituality & Philosophy

02:30:32 Biohacking Community & Airway @PeterAttiaMD @hubermanlab @Paulsaladinomd @MorePlatesMoreDates @ultimatehumanpodcast

02:35:00 Growing Public Awareness

02:38:54 Wrap-up

#61 – Dr. Anil Rama, MD – Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Treatment

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400

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00:00 Introduction to Sleep Disordered Breathing

00:58 Understanding AHI and RDI

06:05 Challenges in Sleep Testing

11:30 Sleep Disordered Breathing in Children

22:38 The Role of Dentists and Primary Care Physicians

34:49 The Impact of Underdiagnosis on Healthcare

36:59 Jaw Structure and Sleep Disordered Breathing

44:37 Impact of Small Maxilla on Mental Health

45:42 Daytime Breathing Issues and CPAP Limitations

46:20 Understanding Reduced Flow and Nasal Resistance

49:10 Rhinomanometry: Measuring Nasal Resistance

50:43 Factors Affecting Nasal Resistance

54:31 Jaw Structure and Breathing: The Role of Expansion

01:03:43 Orthosomnia and Mental Health

01:10:48 Challenges in Nasal Maxillary Expansion

01:20:23 Understanding Turbinate Reduction and Radiofrequency Ablation

01:22:37 Evaluating Jaw Surgeons: What to Look For

01:26:35 The Complexities of Jaw Surgery Outcomes

01:29:07 Personal Experiences and Recommendations

01:45:44 The Connection Between Sleep Disorders and TMJ

01:48:36 Self-Diagnosis and Sleep Tracking Technologies

01:51:38 Final Thoughts and Future Interviews

#60 – How is Mewing Different from Myofunctional Therapy? + Baby Lip Tie Release Vlog

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400

In this video, JawHacks Baby gets a lip tie release from Dr. Kuljic in order to swallow less air while breastfeeding. Ron & his wife also give a very detailed update 3 months later on how their baby's breastfeeding & overall health has been impacted by the lip tie release.

Ron also interviews two myofunctional therapists, asking them how they train their patients to have good myofunctional habits, their thoughts on the impact of tongue ties, breastfeeding, chewing, and what even is myofunctional therapy, and is it the same as mewing?

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00:00 Pre-Lip Tie Release Interview Segment with Coral Tieu

01:35 Ron Arrives at Dr. Kuljic's Office & Gives Brief Rundown of the Situation

03:32 Interview Start with Dr. Kuljic's 2 Myofunctional Therapists

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04:38 Importance of Good Myofunctional Habits for Stabilizing Expansion & Overall Treatment Results

06:33 4 Pillars of Myofunctional Therapy

07:27 Is Myofunctional Therapy the Same as Mewing?

08:03 Age Range for Myofunctional Therapy?

10:38 What's a Session of Myofunctional Therapy Like?

11:19 Some Habits & Excercises you can try anywhere

13:06 Most Patients Have an Open Mouth Posture

13:44 Being a Chronic Overbreather

15:30 What is Buteyko Breathing

15:49 Dangers of not doing Myofunctional Therapy after a Tongue Tie Release

17:28 Does Proper Tongue Posture Come Automatically After Expansion or Do You Have to Train Into It?

19:55 Importance of Tongue Suction & The Posterior Tongue for Mewing

21:26 Most People Are Clueless to Where Their Tongue Should be & Are Unaware of Their Breathing Habits

22:07 Gum Chewing & Importance of Chewing?

23:42 Is Myofunctional Therapy Just Teaching us What We Didn't Learn From Being Breastfed?

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26:49 Lip Tie Release 3 Month Update!

28:00 How Has Breastfeeding Improved? - JawHacks Baby Gained a Lot of Weight From Improved Breastfeeding Ability

28:26 How is JawHacks Baby Developing? - Myofunctional Habits & Jaw Growth

28:52 Lip Tie Release Review & It Taking 30 Seconds

29:24 Challenges of Breastfeeding & How Long to Do it For?

30:00 What's it Like When a Baby Gets Sick?

30:38 Breastmilk Donors & Where to Get Breastmilk From?

#59 – Oscarvore – Eating Raw Meat and Milk, Myer Briggs Personality Typing

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Oscar comes onto this JawCast to discuss natural living & personality types.

More specifically, he goes into how he and a few friends formed a commune where they live very differently from typical society, how he consumes raw dairy & thinks animal products should form the foundation or majority of a healthy diet, personality types and the importance of being around different people so as to compliment each others personalities, how you often look for your 'shadow' or inverse in both platonic & romantic partners so as to 'complete' you, more ways of optimizing health & living, thoughts on wealth & what happens when you take lifestyle ideologies to extremes, and much more.

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00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:15 Official Start

00:03:58 How Oscar's Commune Formed From Interest in Nutrition, Farming & Natural Living

00:05:36 Communes Breaking Apart Due to Sexual Misconduct

00:07:12 How Oscar & His Friends Met Online Through Teachings of John Swiggett

00:11:26 Hippocrates - Father of Medicine & Stark Contrast to the Modern Phobia of Bacteria

00:14:10 Oscar Developing Appendicitis & Curing it Without Medical Help

00:15:38 Take What You Want and Leave the Rest at Modern Hospitals

00:18:25 What is the Appendix For?

00:19:43 Raw Dairy Consumption

00:26:08 Side Effects of Dish Detergent

00:27:20 Squatting on The Toilet is Healthier?

00:33:47 How Much Money is Enough?

00:46:15 How can Misfit Guys Succeed in Business

00:49:38 Ron Would've Joined Oscar's Commune If He Hadn't Settled Down

00:51:59 Ron Deeply Resonated with INTP Upon Discovering it

00:53:23 Importance of Being Around People Different than You

00:58:09 Young Guys with No Guy Friends

00:59:31 Treat Others as You Wish to be Treated

01:00:20 How to View Death? Disassociating From the Theoretical

01:04:10 Subjective Methods of Measuring Health

01:07:38 Oscar's Commune Once took Shrooms - They were Already Living with the 'High' of Good Health

01:09:57 Thoughts on Nicotine & Caffeine?

01:11:24 Animal Based Diet & 'Less Cooked the Better'

01:14:46 Diabetic Client Stabilized After 3 Months of Raw Milkshake

01:16:55 Nutrition Impact on Mental Health?

01:20:41 Impact of Bodily Inputs vs Mindset Changes on Mental State

01:24:27 Going too Deep Into Life Optimization & Hyperproductivity

01:28:30 Ron Releasing his eBook on Substack Due to Inspiration from Oscar

01:30:40 Looking For Your Shadow Personality Type

01:35:23 "Personality Shadow Important in a Romantic Partner? Your 'Shadow' Having Your 'Shadow' as a Romantic Partner"

01:51:22 Classic ENTJ: Andrew Tate

01:53:42 Oscar Says David Goggins is ISTP & Has No Sense of Comfort?

01:56:10 How Important is it for You to Know Your Personality Type?

02:00:22 Ron Looking for his 'Shadow' in Business Partner for Rack Breastfeeding Product

02:03:18 Where to Find Oscar? - His Socials & What He Can Help You With

02:07:00 Wrap Up

#58 – Dr. Coceancig – How To Choose a Jaw Surgeon, Argument Against Mewing

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Paul Coceancig returns for a second JawCast, with the topic of discussion being how to choose a jaw surgeon & the key qualities you need to look for, as well as a contrarian viewpoint (for JawHacks) on genetics vs environment and their respective impact on facial development. The first half of the video is primarily a surgical discussion, with the second half centering on the role of genetics vs environment in facial development.

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00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:35 Car Discussions (also as analogs for surgery)

00:05:48 Surgical Discussion Start

00:07:16 How Do You Choose a Jaw Surgeon? - Professionalism, Reliability, Competence, Experience

00:11:38 Laser Eye Surgery Analogy for a Surgeon's Experience Level

00:15:55 Majority of Oral Surgeons Hyperspecialize in Wisdom Teeth Removal

00:23:20 Red Flags in a Surgeon

00:25:19 Getting Your Surgery Done by a Trainee at a Public Hospital is NOT an Option

00:33:27 Underadvancement Due to Surgeon's Lack of Confidence in the Lower Tech Reconstruction Plates

00:40:55 You Need Custom Titanium Plates

00:44:26 Structural Breakdown on Custom Titanium Plates - How They're Made & Importance of Being Able to Flex Under Tension

00:51:19 Dr. Coceancig Became a Dentist at Age 22... Then Went to Medical School because He Was Too Young to Be Taken Seriously

00:56:21 Most Surgeons Operate with Worse Surgical Plates to Get Insurance Coverage

01:01:08 The Ideal Surgeon

01:10:03 Philosophy of Adding vs Removing in Surgery

01:17:26 Dr. Coceancig's Opinion on Mastication, Diet and the Link to Skull Growth

01:25:18 Dr. Coceancig Thinks Evolution Is the Reason for Small Jaws

01:29:07 Relevance of Breastfeeding?

01:32:09 Can Selecting for Neotony Lead to Small Jaws Over Generations?

01:39:55 Paleoanthropolgy vs Social Anthropology

01:42:30 Dr. Coceancig on the Orthotropic Studies with Diet, Breathing & Posture as Variables

01:45:40 Dr. Coceancig Does Think You Have to Nasal Breathe & Keep Your Tongue on Your Palate to Have a Correctly Developed Midface?

01:49:50 Doesn't Breastfeeding Train the Tongue to Rest on the Palate?

01:55:57 Are You Allergic or Is Your Body Just Not Being Given Enough Time to Heal from the Foreign Substance?

02:03:31 The Difficulties of Trying to Live Primally in Modern Times

02:06:57 Breastfeeding For Motherly Bonding, Not for Correct Facial Growth

02:12:55 Regardless of the Cause, the Goal Is to Fix the Small Jaws

02:20:00 Parenting & Wrap Up

#57 – Dr. Coral Tieu – Ultimate Guide to Nasal & Sinus Surgery, Tongue Ties & More

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Tieu is an experienced ENT doctor who is also knowledgeable on the importance of skeletal expansion, jaw surgery & myofunctional therapy for breathing & health. She often recommends patients with a narrow palate & nasal aperture to seek out expansion before or in place of turbinectomy & other nasal surgeries (AKA she agrees with making the room bigger before removing furniture). She also has a lot to share on the surgeries & treatments she performs or recommends when there are structural & tissue abnormalities in the nose. In addition, she discusses how to go about cutting infant & adult tongue ties, and the importance of breastfeeding for a child's development, and how an uncut tongue tie can severely compromise a newborn's ability to breastfeed.

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00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:27 Official Start

00:04:07 Ron Explaining His SFOT

00:05:46 Why Is Dr. Tieu Getting Treatment W/ Dr. Yousefian?

00:07:24 Why Do ENTs Completely Miss Underdeveloped Jaws When Diagnosing

00:09:27 Is There ANY Nasal Improvement with the Vivos Expander?

00:10:25 Dr. Tieu Talking About Additional Culprits of Breathing Difficulties

00:11:38 Importance of Nitric Oxide

00:13:47 Explanation of Sinuses

00:14:40 Why Do We Even Have Sinuses?

00:17:09 The Nasal Airflow Hallway, with Side Rooms

00:18:34 Horrible Melanoma Cancer That Can Happen in the Sinuses

00:20:32 Polyps Growing in the Nose

00:22:06 Sometimes The Nose Is So Messed Up You Can't Fix It Without Surgery

00:24:47 For Some, a Minimally Invasive Nasal Surgery May Be Impossible

00:25:38 Choanal Atresia: Closure of the Back of the Nasal Airway

00:26:10 Chronic Sinusitis

00:28:05 Deviated Septums

00:30:35 Turbinates & Turbinectomy

00:32:12 Why Mouth Breathing Causes Turbinates to Swell

00:34:01 Pets Impact on Allergies?

00:35:51 Empty Nose Syndrome

00:36:22 Snorting Lots of Drugs Can Cause Septum to Fall Apart

00:37:03 You Can't Really Replace Nasal Tissue Once It's Gone

00:38:04 Be Wary of Nasal Decongestants - Addiction

00:42:03 Cleansing the Nose - Pots, Sprays etc.

00:42:50 Don't Use Tap Water for Sinus Rinse - Because of Rare Bacteria

00:44:03 The Main Surgery That Causes ENS Is Turbinate Reduction

00:46:02 Telling Patients to Go See Airway Orthodontist Before Getting Turbinate Reduction?

00:47:33 Ron's Ebook (Fix Your Face)

00:48:41 Has Dr. Tieu Seen a Patient Have Turbinates Improve Naturally with Just Nasal Breathing?

00:49:41 Flonase is a Safe Steroid That Can Help Reduce Turbinate Swelling

00:51:20 Beating Sinusitis with Nasal Rinsing?

00:52:30 How Did Ancient People Clean Their Sinuses?

00:53:51 Can MMA Jaw Surgery Make the Nasal Airway Bigger?

00:58:58 What's the Normal Patient Experience with Nasal Surgeries?

01:00:39 Analyzing Ron's Sinuses

01:07:19 Does Doing Expansion/Jaw Surgery After a Nasal Surgery Cause Problems?

01:09:04 Bad Rhinoplasty Job Worsening Nasal Breathing?

01:11:01 Hooked Noses Caused by Small Jaws & Coping with Nose Jobs

01:11:47 Does Dr. Tieu Do Tongue Tie Release? What Is the Zhagi Method?

01:13:20 What is a Posterior Tongue Tie?

01:14:04 Ron's Daughter Has Lip Tie?

01:17:30 Lip Tie Release Simpler Than a Tongue Tie Release?

01:19:06 Modern Society Not Built for Breastfeeding

01:20:26 Bottle That Best Mimics Breastfeeding? Ron's Working on a Wearable Breastfeeding Device

01:24:25 Proper Tongue Mobility is Essential for Healthy & Efficient Breastfeeding - a Tongue Tie Can Completely Screw it up

#56 – Kasey Li – EASE Breakdown, Custom MARPE & FME Controversy & More

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Kasey Li is an oral surgeon well known for his EASE procedure, which is the only treatment to do a thorough surgical split beforehand and subsequently achieve parallel expansion from anterior to posterior palate. In this JawCast, he shares a vast amount of knowledge on a multitude of Jaw related topics, including an EASE breakdown backed by evidence & cases, Custom MARPE controversy, his thoughts on FME, Assymetry, Sleep Apnea, how Jaw Surgery & 3 Peice Lefort affects Nasal Breathing, Custom plates, Protraction, his conservative treatment approach, Tooth-borne expanders, and much more.

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00:00:00 Intro

00:02:21 Official Start

00:03:51 Dr. Kasey Li's First EASE Patient Was His Son

00:05:14 Diastema Is Usually Less Than 3mm W/ EASE

00:07:50 Kasey Li's Opinion on Toothborne Expanders

00:10:53 Kasey Li Is Not an Orthodontist

00:14:01 The Toothborne Appliance Bone Growth Fallacy in Ron's Ebook

00:18:26 EASE Common Questions Answered - Powerpoint

00:20:12 6 Consecutive, Most Recent EASE Cases - Analyzing Quality of EASE Expansion, Swelling, etc. No Cherrypicking

00:31:17 EASE Splits from ANS to PNS

00:38:17 68yro Patient Gets EASE and Is Okay W/ Avoiding Surgery and Doing CPAP

00:41:54 Kasey Li Doesn't Aim for an Arbitrary Intermolar Width on Everyone

00:45:12 1mm Expansion Is a Significant Amount W/ EASE

00:48:11 Sleep Studies Before & After EASE - Patients Can Reduce CPAP Pressure After Expansion

00:56:36 Lack of MSE/Custom Marpe Data

00:59:27 What Is SARPE?

01:07:15 EASE Procedure Breakdown

01:18:09 PIEZO Cut is Shallower & Made Blindly While Kasey Li Can Cut All the Way Through to the Nasal Floor.

01:27:01 Screws Perpendicular to Bone in MARPE vs Parallel with Bone in EASE

01:30:41 Managing Asymmetries

01:39:25 Sinus Surgery Before EASE?

01:52:55 Kasey Li Reacts to Paul Coceancig Saying Expanding Nose Doesn't Do Anything

02:05:25 Shuikai's Alternative Segmental Lefort Question & Why EASE Is Better Than Segmental 3 Piece Expansion for Nasal Breathing

02:13:57 It's Never a 1:1 Expansion Ratio from Palate to Upper Midface

02:20:18 Does Kasey Li Do Pterygomaxillary Release for EASE?

02:22:13 Kasey Li Thinks FME Will Have More Failures Than MSE

02:29:04 FME Won't Fundamentally Change How Expansion Works

02:35:29 How to Decide If Patient Should Go Straight to MMA or Do EASE First?

02:42:31 Kasey Li Doesn't Believe in Huge Advancements Because Sleep Apnea Is More Than Just the Anatomy

02:47:29 Kasey Li's Patient Coming Back 14 Years Later After MMA Wondering If He Could Get EASE

02:53:22 Kasey Li's thoughts on Protraction & Bollard Plates

02:57:21 Does Kasey Li Use MSDO?

03:10:25 Does MSDO Improve the Airway by Pulling Lower Jaw Tissues More Taut?

03:16:42 Would Kasey Li Even Bother Turning this Custom Marpe?

03:25:34 Surgeon in Germany Calling Her Procedure EASE

03:28:10 Downsides of Custom Plates & The Experience Level of a Jaw Surgeon

#55 – Dr. Bozidar Kuljic – Environment for Jaw Health, Tongue Ties, Sleep, Diet & More

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Kuljic is an airway focused dentist who invited Ron to talk after they met at Dr. Lipkin's PIEZO Course in September. He has lots to share on the importance of environment for jaw growth, specifically diet, snipping tongue ties early, importance of nutrient quality in foods & breastfeeding. He also talks about how fixing structure is important, but without improving the myofunctional habits afterwards, it's only a half success. Sleep hygiene, patient experiences with expansion & more are also discussed.

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00:00:00 Start

00:05:28 The Problem with Focusing on Only One Dimension of Airway Health

00:07:29 Remember Why People Need Expansion in the First Place

00:09:57 Baby with a Tongue Tie Was a Life and Death Situation 150 Years Ago

00:14:37 More Cavities Than Ever

00:16:20 Clenching & Acid Wearing Down Enamel

00:18:59 People's Sleep Not Improving As Expected After MARPE?

00:20:49 UARS, Younger Patients Not Having Oxygen Drops & Measuring with RDI

00:21:49 Measuring Tongue Strength?

00:23:11 Dr. Kuljic Thinks Expansion Is Important, But Not the Only Thing

00:23:47 Dr. Kuljic Says You Won't Just Start Mewing Automatically After Expansion

00:26:56 Where Does Craniosacral Therapy Come in to Treatment?

00:27:57 Ron's Experience With Craniosacral Therapists & Osteopaths

00:29:40 Dr. Kuljic's Mentor Intercepting Patient's Problems When They're Young

00:30:47 Dr. Kuljic Respects & Believes Craniosacral Therapy Has Merit But Doesn't Fully Understand It

00:32:24 Some Patients Don't Want to Go All the Way with Expansion + Jaw Surgery and That's Okay

00:37:44 Sleep Problems Become Heart Problems and So On: The Compounding Effect

00:39:02 Sleep Apnea Test Not Being an Accurate Measure

00:40:14 Meeting Sleep Apnea Insurance Threshold

00:41:16 Alcohol & Carb Heavy Food Intensifies Sleep Apnea

00:42:21 Sleep Hygiene: Temperature, Lighting & Exercise

00:47:32 Turning Away Patients Whose Lifestyles Don't Fit?

00:49:06 How Bad Is Candy for Kids?/Coping With Carbs and Sugar

00:52:49 Raising a Newborn & Baby Disliking Breastfeeding Is the Sign of a Problem

00:56:47 A Healthy Baby Will Break a Sweat While Breastfeeding

00:58:18 Look for a Tongue Tie in Newborns Having Difficulty Breastfeeding

00:59:38 Pediatricians Know Only So Far as the Nutrient Component of Breastfeeding, Not About Training the Tongue

01:00:54 Breastfeeding Sets the Stage for the Rest of a Baby's Life & the Healthcare Field Knows Nothing About the Tongue

01:03:10 Hard Food Is the Stimulus Needed for Healthy Jaw Growth

01:05:36 Weston A. Price Had to go Across the World to Find a Healthy Facial Reference Point

01:06:26 Preservatives & Sugars as Suppressors of Facial Growth & Everyone Has Flat Faces

01:08:38 Pottenger's Cats: Raw vs Cooked Diet Study

01:09:34 Wrap Up

#54 – Robby – Is Jaw Surgery the Endgame Treatment? Mandibular Entrapment, Asymmetry & More

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Robby is a young man dealing with TMJ problems due to a seemingly trapped mandible, facial asymmetry, breathing troubles, and feeling as though there's something off about his face. What comes up in this video is a difficult truth for Robby and for many others: Jaw Surgery may be the only way to fix these problems.

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00:00:00 Start

00:06:32 Facial Fat

00:08:19 Poor Sleep

00:09:32 Tongue Feels Crammed & Suspicious of 44mm Palatal Width Measurement

00:10:33 Degradation of Facial Appearance in Recent Years

00:11:07 Robby's Speculation on the Causes of His Craniofacial Dystrophy

00:12:03 Craniofacial Torsion

00:12:30 Effects of Using Steroids as a Bodybuilder

00:13:07 Examining Facial Asymmetry & Torsion with Photos

00:16:54 Cloggy Feeling in Ears & Can't Hear Fully

00:17:56 Hard Mewing as a Potential Cause

00:18:33 Doesn't Clench, No Signs of Grinding & Bruxism

00:19:51 Condylar Resorption

00:22:57 Double Chin Gets Better When Mewing

00:23:57 Ron Analyzing Robby's Palate & Earlier 44mm Measurement Was Off

00:25:28 Correct Way to Measure

00:26:21 Robby's Objectives to Improve TMJ Issues, Asymmetry, Sleep & Breathing, and Reduce Facial Fat

00:28:30 HORRIBLE Ringing in Ears Because of TMJ

00:30:56 Ron Analyzing Robby's Bite

00:32:24 Super Interesting Way to Mimic Proper Support of Your Nose - Puff Air into your Upper Lip

00:33:14 Ron's Full Analysis of Robby's Situation

00:34:05 There's No Good Way to Fix Robby's Issues Other Than with Jaw Surgery

00:36:00 MSE Doesn't Seem Like the Best Idea for Robby

00:37:43 Facemask?

00:39:42 Robby's Worries Regarding Surgery

00:40:04 Considering Jaw Surgery

00:41:32 Insurance Coverage

00:43:44 Importance of Jaw Surgeons

00:45:53 Robby Thought He Was a Hypochondriac & Overly Concerned About His Looks Before Talking to Ron

00:50:15 Robby Super Relieved to Hear Someone Else See the Same Thing He Does

00:51:45 The Plan for Robby to Go See Dr. Yousefian for TMJ Diagnosis & Apnomed Appliance First

00:55:46 Robby's Large Two Front Teeth Make Jutting His Mandible Difficult

00:57:30 Maxillary Cant?

00:59:42 Ron Giving Robby His Actionable Steps

01:01:46 Ron Gives Robby Names of Surgeons

01:06:13 Orthodontist is the Quarterback and Coordinates Treatment with the Surgeon

01:07:19 Robby Has to Wait and See How His Joints Do with the Apnomed

01:08:08 Conclusion

#53 – Jesse – The Root Cause of Deviated Septums, Social Dynamics, PUA & More

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Jesse comes onto JawHacks to share a cautionary tale of his experience with nasal surgeries. He reveals the true cause of his deviated septum and how, frustratingly, he was not made aware y any of the many doctors he saw, but by an online resource, and that it was only after HE brought it up to his doctor that it was considered as a plausible cause. He also comes to talk about social dynamics, game, pickup artists, not growing up in a nuclear family and lack of self & unhealthy validation seeking as a result, depression, effects of cheap food and smoking cannibis, his music career, and more.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:10 - Official Start

00:03:12 - Jesse's Background & Breathing Troubles as a Youth

00:04:01 - In the 1980s There Was No Awareness on Mouth Breathing, Women Were Told Its Unnecessary to Breastfeed

00:05:13 - Did Jesse Have ADHD Symptoms?

00:06:12 - How Jesse Got His Deviated Septum

00:07:19 - Childhood Pictures & The Gradual Onset of Jesse's Deviated Septum

00:09:14 - After Multiple Operations Jesse Finally Hears from ENT Dr. Steven Parks That Deviated Septum Can Come From a High, Vaulted Palate

00:10:31 - Ron Analyzing Jesse's Palate/Maxilla

00:11:41 - Jesse's Misdiagnosis Story Coming Together

00:12:37 - Tunnel Vision on the Nose by ENTs & Exploitative Aspect to it all

00:13:30 - Jesse Going into Adolescence & Right Before His First Sinoplasty

00:15:38 - Jesse Being Made Fun of For His Face Was His Primary Concern as a Child, Due to Lack of Public Awareness Breathing Was an Afterthought

00:16:59 - First Rhinoplasty (Septoplasty)

00:17:56 - Jesse's First Surgery Failing

00:20:40 - Difference Between Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty

00:23:04 - Nose Reverts to Original Position After 2nd Surgery, but With an Aesthetic Improvement

00:24:12 - Buckle Corridors & High Vaulted Palate as the Cause of Deviated Septums?

00:25:04 - Jesse's Braces Removed & Getting His Canines Shaved Down by His Ortho

00:26:42 - Jesse's Life Would've Been Different if a Professional Noticed His Vaulted Palate

00:28:13 - Missing a Year of School for Nasal Surgeries

00:30:46 - Rogue Piece of Metal Stuck in Jesse's Mouth a Decade After His Wisdom Teeth Removal Surgery

00:34:48 - Cannabis Use as a Cope for Airway Issues & ADHD

00:38:10 - Youth of Today Going Awry and Struggling with Autism & ADHD, Mentioned Raina from Earlier JawCast

00:39:12 - Diet as a Pillar of Health

00:42:40 - Convenience of Cheap Food When Ron & Jesse Were Growing Up

00:44:27 - Ron Is Grateful He Had a Good Upbringing & Good Diet

00:46:10 - Health Is a Never Finished Project

00:49:33 - Ron's Experience with Depression

00:53:15 - Jesse's Experience with Depression

00:54:44 - Jesse Lacking a Sense of Self Due to Not Growing Up in a Nuclear Family

00:59:03 - Social Proof & The Social Hierarchy, in Ron's Hometown vs Out of State at Bates College Causing His Depression

01:05:12 - Science of Social Interaction & the PUA Problem Solving Mentality

01:07:08 - Remembering Lines vs Having Real Game

01:10:32 - RSD Tyler & How Ron Realized the Key Was Entering a Flow State

01:12:30 - Jesse's Music Career & Him Reading RSD Tyler's Book 'The Creative Act' and Realizing the Importance of Being Into What You're Doing, Not Just Trying to Please an Audience

01:17:04 - Ron Prefers His Channel to Be at the 'Bottom of the Funnel' Instead of Wider Audience That Misunderstands/Doesn't Care

#52 – Paul Coceancig – Jaw Surgery & The Modern Health Crisis

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Paul Coceancig is an internationally-known & very experienced jaw surgeon, famed for pioneering the IMDO Jaw procedure and authoring the book '6 Ways to Design a Face.' He is here to talk about Sleep Apnea, Jaw Surgery, IMDO, how Medical Experts are often biased by the lens of their expertise when diagnosing patients, the opioid epidemic and how it was in large part caused by wisdom teeth extractions, corporate incentives to keep patients unhealthy, and more.

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00:00:00 - Intro Clips

00:01:58 - Start of Uncut Interview

00:02:48 - Ron is a Mediator Between Doctors & Patients

00:07:43 - YouTube Discussion, Dr. Coceancig and Ron's YouTube Channels

00:13:36 - Sleep Apnea is a Big Disease

00:14:27 - Multiple False Diagnoses not getting to the Root of the Problem

00:17:04 - The Most Dangerous Treatment in Airway Orthodontics

00:19:00 - Dr. Coceancig's Headache Analogy - Every Specialist Thinks They Have the Solution to Your Problem

00:23:01 - Dr. Coceancig Says a Surgeon Should be the Quarterback of Treatment

00:24:01 - Bandaids Instead of Fixes - CPAP

00:26:54 - Dr. Coceancig Opinion on Skeletal Expanders

00:35:13 - What Can Dr. Coceancig (a Surgeon) Do That Orthodontists Cannot?

00:38:51 - You Want Well Trained Surgeons

00:41:52 - Dr. Coceancig Drops Some Game About Patients Just Wanting to be Cured of Their Small Jaw

00:42:55 - Ron's Crazy Dream About His Throat Being Slit, Caused by Sleep Apnea

00:44:12 - The Sleep Apnea Epidemic

00:47:04 - Dr. Coceancig Analyzing Ron

00:49:08 - Jaw Surgery is the Answer - Away with the Old and in with the New: Fixing Jaws Instead of Removing Teeth

00:51:04 - Ron's Wife Comes In

00:52:00 - Jaw Surgery Seen as Purely Cosmetic

00:52:56 - Jaw Surgery Stemmed From Removing Wisdom Teeth, Did it Also Stem From Making Things Worse?

00:55:35 - Comparing Wisdom Teeth to Pinky Toes - "Let's Have a Philosophical Conversation About Your Little Toe"

01:02:08 - Wisdom Teeth Removal Drove the Opioid Crisis?!

01:07:38 - Dr. Coceancig's Hilarious Long-Winded IMDO Analogy for Kids

01:11:44 - Is He Fat Because He Snores? Or Does He Snore Because He's Fat?

01:15:36 - Will There Always Be a Corporate Resistance to Better Health?

01:22:12 - Wrap-Up

#51 – Dr. Marianna Evans – Is Kasey Li’s EASE Really the Only Way to True Expansion?

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Marianna Evans is a Renowned Airway Orthodontist & Periodontist who is coming on JawHacks for the second time to discuss whether parallel maxillary expansion, as opposed to anterior, conical maxillary expansion, can only be achieved through the Kasey Li's EASE (Endoscopically-Assisted Surgical Expansion).

How does founder Won Moon's traditional MSE measure up to the newer Custom MARPEs? Are surgical assists necessary, or even desirable? Do patients have different anatomies, and need different types of expansion? All of that and more will be discussed in this JawCast!

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0:00:00 Introduction

00:03:39 Dr. Evans Agrees There's a Decent Argument For Posterior Expansion, But Says it's Only Theory Due to Lack of Evidence

00:04:31 Differing Anatomies, Differing Types of Expansion

00:09:39 3D Modelling of Each Type of Expansion - Theoretical or Accurate?

00:12:54 The Argument For EASE

00:17:44 Dr. Evans Explains The Reality of EASE

00:20:29 What is & isn't Custom MARPE

00:23:10 Dr. Evans Prefers Screws Placed Parallel to The Midpalatal Suture

00:25:26 Why Dr. Evans Doesn't Do PIEZO

00:31:01 Significance of the Pterygomaxillary Suture?

00:32:41 Pterygomaxillary Suture Must Open in order to get Posterior Expansion

00:34:03 Releasing The Pterygomaxillary Suture

00:35:09 What is the Two Pen Approach?

00:35:58 Most Significant Resistance is Through the Vomer Bone - Using Two Pen Approach to Split it

00:40:40 Dr. Evans Achieving Parallel Splits Without Surgery

00:48:06 Dr. Evans Opinion: More Research & Knowledge is Required To Compare Expansion Techniques

00:52:14 Isn't PIEZO Minimally Invasive? Ron Practiced PIEZO With Dr. Lipkin and There Wasn't a Drop of Blood

00:53:44 Dr. Evans Says Surgical Assists Should be Avoided Unless Absolutely Necessary

00:56:59 In Defense of PIEZO

00:58:35 Dr. Evan's Beautiful Custom MARPE for Parallel Splitting

01:02:50 True Counterpoint to Anti-Custom MARPE Claims?

01:04:12 Dr. Evans REALLY Wants to Avoid the Potential Complications of Surgical Assists- She Waited 10 Years to Expand Herself Without Surgery

01:05:47 End

#50 – Micah – Lifechanging CPAP Experience, Ron’s Life Updates, and More

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Micah has struggled with sleep disordered breathing for most of his life, which led him to CPAP therapy. He is now looking to get jaw expansion, starting with the less invasive MSE and then if needed, moving on to jaw surgery. He's also interested in meditation and Ron's experience of living in a Buddhist monastery for 2 years.

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00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:40 Caffeine

00:04:16 Micah's backstory

00:05:32 CPAP changed Micah's life

00:08:02 Micah's Jaw Expansion Plan (MSE & possibly DJS)

00:10:11 How Much Does MSE Cost Around the U.S.?

00:12:36 MSE Providers in the Midwest?

00:14:13 Get Multiple Quotes for Big Ticket Items $$

00:15:43 Good Jaw Surgeons?

00:17:36 David Alfi's Excellent Approach to Jaw Surgery

00:20:18 Micah's Bite: Mandibular Expansion is Unnessecary & Tipping the Lower Teeth Out is Sufficient

00:26:27 Mood: Fixing the Airway, Natural Dopamine & Meditation

00:26:59 Meditation

00:28:51 Ron's Journey Through Different Mediation Styles

00:31:08 Ron Starting Meditation & Postural Impact

00:32:49 Has Ron seen anyone Enter High Levels of Jhana?

00:35:05 How is Ron Doing? (Life Update)

#49 – Dr. Yousefian – You WILL Understand TMJ Disorders After Watching This

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Joseph Yousefian, DMD, MS, is an orthodontist practicing in Bellevue, Washington. He is famous on my channel for being the only provider who pairs mandibular skeleton expansion (DAME or MSDO) with MSE.

Dr. Yousefian is also a pioneer in investigating the interconnection between airway and TMJ disorders.

He and his son Ryan own and operate ApnoMed, a medical device company focused on sleep apnea and TMJ health.

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0:00 Beginning of abridged interview: telegnathic surgery

0:33 Patient with minor malocclusion yet bruxism, TMD & migraines

2:16 Causes sleep bruxism and why's it destructive

3:16 Bruxism is harmful though chewing tough food is healthy

5:13 If force is constant, it constricts blood flow, which destroys bone of the condyle

8:15 Animation of healthy TMJ movement during mouth opening

9:18 Animation showing how deep bite can damage the TMJ

16:29 ApnoTX to avoid TMJ damage due to anterior open bite

20:03 A maxillary expander screwed to the palate decreases airway size

22:03 Patient with OSA gets sleepy while driving

24:04 Dying condylar bone due to osteoarthritis

26:07 A displaced disc can destroy of the top of the condyle and shrink the airway

28:39 Other doctor expands the the maxilla 6 mm max to avoid the mandible being too narrow

30:26 Treatment for patient with severe sleep apnea

32:45 From severe sleep apnea to not having sleep apnea

32:52 Why expansion of the mandible reduces sleep apnea

34:45 About 1.3 billion people have sleep apnea

35:57 The danger of mandibular expansion

38:20 Nasal surgery is an alternative to MMA for some with sleep breathing disorders

38:48 Yousefian has never had a patient develop empty nose syndrome after nasal surgery

39:34 DAME fixes mandibular incisors crowding, bimaxillary protrusion, or mandibular alveolar protrusion

46:50 The purpose of the MSE arms that support the molars

49:23 Asians shouldn't have their jaws moved 10mm forward to avoid Simian Face

51:37 Recommended article with extraordinary before and after photos

52:28 Beginning of the unabridged interview with Dr. Joseph Yousefian

#48 – Marianna Evans – Jaw Queen Knows How to Expand a Skull

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Marianna Evans is a highly regarded, experienced, and capable Airway-Focused Orthodontist AND Periodontist.

In this JawCast episode she shares her in-depth knowledge on how to guide healthy jaw growth using both natural and orthodontic forces, discusses the placement of skeletal expanders, pre-made vs custom expanders, how facial anatomy is effected by improper facial growth, and more.

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0:00:00 - Intro Clips

0:02:51 - Start of Full Interview

0:03:27 - The Impact of Wisdom Teeth Removal on the Jaws

0:05:27 - Shrinking Jaws and Lack of Space for Wisdom Teeth

0:06:40 - Should We Remove Wisdom Teeth?

0:08:23 - Is It Possible to Save Impacted Wisdom Teeth? A Look at Maxillary vs Mandibular Teeth

0:12:24 - Do Wisdom Teeth Act as Concrete Footings for the Face?

0:14:43 - The Morton Skull Collection: Did Past Skulls Always Have All 32 Teeth?

0:16:44 - The Role of Epigenetics in Jaw Growth

0:19:26 - Bone vs Tooth-borne Expanders: What's Best for Children?

0:23:41 - Do Tooth-borne Expanders Create a Diastema in Children?

0:25:45 - Can the Mandible Grow to Accommodate Maxillary Expansion in Children?

0:29:08 - Is Natural Jaw Growth Possible for Adults?

0:31:00 - MSE Placement: Anterior vs Posterior & the Discussion on Splitting Sutures

0:41:47 - Custom-made vs Pre-made MSE

0:42:48 - Are Molar Arms Necessary?

0:48:24 - Aesthetics of MSE & Skeletal Expansion

0:53:54 - Is Mandibular Expansion Necessary?

0:57:41 - Is the Maxilla Narrower Than the Mandible in Underdeveloped Faces?

0:58:22 - The Cheekbones Should Be the Widest Part of the Face

0:58:58 - How the Mandible Becomes Wider Than the Maxilla during Improper Jaw Growth

1:00:00 - Dr. Evan's Slideshow: Insights into Jaw Development

1:00:14 - When Does Facial Growth Begin to Deviate?

1:01:34 - Chart showing Jaw Growth Rate through Ages 0 to 20

1:02:25 - Dr. Evan's Son was Born With a Retruded Lower Jaw

1:05:03 - Strategies to Help a Child Grow Properly

1:05:57 - Parents Falsely Thinking Their Children Can 'Outgrow' a Jaw Deficiency

1:06:45 - The Future of Jaw Growth: Raising the Next Generation

1:08:14 - A New Era of Jaw Growth: Returning to Our Natural Roots

1:10:05 - Outro

#47 – Dr. David Alfi – Jaw Surgery Matrix Download

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400

David Alfi is a very capable, experienced and innovative jaw surgeon who maintains the airway as the number one priority.

He is on the forefront of jaw surgery innovation with his invention and use of 3D custom plate technology.

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0:00 Introduction

1:34 Small Airway causes Bad Neck Posture

5:02 Traditional vs Non-Traditional Reasons for Jaw Surgery?

8:20 Insurance paying for Jaw Surgery?

12:39 Jaw Surgery is the Boogeyman

16:54 ln-depth Explanation of Jaw Surgery Planning and Technological advancements

26:32 Under-advancement in Jaw Surgery & Field Goal kicking

29:42 Dr Alfi Seeing Under-Advanced Cases on Social Media

30:54 Dr Alfi's Surgical Movements Described by Colleagues

31:34 Do Jaw Surgeons Have an Inherent Understanding of Aesthetics?

33:57 Dog or Monkey-Face Effect from Advancement & Different Types of Leforts

40:59 Genioplasty Only Necessary in Cases That Are Under-Advanced?

43:46 Brief Discussion on Mouth Breathing & Myofunctional Therapy

44:38 Mandibular Distraction & Flaring Out the TMJs

48:32 SFOT, Expanding Before Surgery with Distraction (MARPE or MSE) vs Doing It Segmentally During Surgery

52:34 IMDO

53:41 Both Jaws Are Usually Recessed

55:58 ENTs Taking Furniture Out Instead of Expanding the House & Does Nasal Surgery Complicate Jaw Surgery?

59:00 High Quality Surgeons Who Dr. Alfi Respects?

1:01:30 Dr. Alfi Takes a Look at Ron's Side Profile & Is Ron a Candidate for Jaw Surgery

1:04:51 Down-Grafting vs Impaction

1:06:26 Surgeons Not Confident in Their Ability to Make Larger Movements

1:09:14 How Did Dr. Alfi Get into Jaw Surgery and Using 3D Custom Plates?

1:12:11 Myers-Briggs Personality Test

1:13:25 Recovery in Jaw Surgery

1:15:56 Dr. Alfi Has Seen Patient Positivity Makes a Huge Difference in Recovery

#46 – Nicole Goldfarb – Myofunctional Therapy, UARS, Tongue-ties, MSE & Jaw Surgery

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Nicole Goldfarb is a myofunctional therapist who recently went through her own MARPE treatment and is full of insights.

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0:00:00 - Introduction

0:04:29 - What is Myofunctional Therapy?

0:07:31 - The importance of addressing both Function and Structure

0:12:23 - Tongue Suctioning opposed to tongue Pressing

0:16:11 - Breastfeeding and Nursing

0:20:53 - Could structure alone resolve Myofunctional Disorders?

0:23:43 - Mewing tutorials on the internet can be misleading

0:26:05 - Tongue-tie and Myofunctional progress

0:27:05 - How to Suction mew

0:28:05 - Why it's IMPOSSIBLE to breath with correct tongue posture

0:30:06 - Anterior vs Posterior tongue-tie

0:35:14 - Nicole's experience with MSE

0:39:44 - Diagnosing UARS with Pes measurement

0:41:58 - Nicole's Pes sleep study testimony with Dr. Jerald H. Simmons

0:45:33 - Sleep studies and False negatives

0:49:21 - What is the optimal sleep position?

0:56:55 - Myofunctional challenges with appliance wear

1:02:26 - "Airway Circle" group

1:03:28 - Is MSE enough?

1:05:27 - Night-time breathing and reflux

1:08:34 - Benefits of jaw surgery

1:16:09 - FME: the MSE on steroids

1:18:00 - The importance of MSE arms

1:20:29 - Compensations and bad oral habits

1:23:10 - Should teeth touch during suction

1:24:59 - How common are myofunctional disorders?

1:27:29 - Any advice for parents of newborns?

1:32:24 - Can myofunctional therapy have an effect on adult aesthetics?

1:33:55 - Could playing wind instruments be part of myofunctional therapy?

1:40:34 - What is the optimal diet for myofunctional therapy?

1:43:02 - Horace Fletcher: "The Great Masticator"

1:46:32 - Tongue-ties: fad or real concern?

1:48:10 - Myofunctional therapy after tongue-tie release

1:50:32 - Functional tongue-tie release

1:52:15 - Are tongue-ties being botched/overtreated?

1:55:41 - Buccal-tie and lip-tie releases

1:59:25 - Tongue-tie release before or after palatal expansion?

2:04:03 - Recommendations for potential guests to have on the upcoming podcast episode

2:09:22 - Myofunctional therapy and TRMR research in Brazil

#45 – Ryan Yousefian -Muckraking the Ortho Industry

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Ryan is the CEO of ApnoMed and the son of Dr. Joseph Yousefian.

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0:00 - Intro

3:34- What Else Besides MSDO?

5:42 - TMJ Diagnosis, Condylar Resorption and Importance of the Airway

8:25 - Bruxing Causes TMJ Destruction & Mandibular Retraction

11:19 - Face Destruction Due to Environmental Factors

13:15 - The Silent Killer, Snoring

14:10 - Snoring Causes Impotence

15:00 - Incompetence in Orthodontia + Health

16:52 - How Dentistry Broke Away From Medicine/Health

21:08 - Med School is Designed to Monetize Health

23:24 - Having to Do Your Own Research to Get Treatment

26:33 - Changing the Narrative in Orthodontia

33:25 - AGGA Lawsuit Implications

35:44 - ApnoMed Appliance & Managing the TMJ Joint

39:55 - FINDING TMJ HARMONY BY JUTTING JAW FORWARD

43:41 - Facemask Forces on Chin + Reversing Headgear Effect

46:04 - Bad Providers Can Easily Misuse Good Appliances

49:01 - Beware of Overexpansion

50:09 - Benefits of Calculated Skeletal Expansion

52:10 Negatives of MSE & Handling the Mandible & Negative MSE Aesthetics

56:45 - Quality Over Quality, Have Providers Take Less Patients and Charge More

58:45 - The Corruption of Dental School

1:02:00 - Dr Yousefian Treating Patients

1:03:26 - Molding the Minds of Upcoming Dentists

1:06:41 - Ryan Yousefian’s Backstory

1:13:00 - Ron’s Backstory

1:16:06 - TMJ Issues + No Pain?? (Yet)

#44 – Sasha – MSE + MSDO and Revision MMA Surgery

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400

He wants mandibular angles and cheekbone implants too!

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#43 - Dr. Ting - How NOT to Get Fired by Your Ortho

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400

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0:00 Patient Doctor Etiquette+Problematic Patients

5:30 Warning signs for Orthodontists

6:58 Importance of Records+Nickel and Diming

12:50 Patients with A Lack of Respect

13:17 Why Ting doesn't like experimenting

14:40 Execution of the treatment

18:00 Stop Asking Questions+Trust Your Ortho

24:56 Not Responding to Long Emails+Losing Trust

28:40 Rons Red Flag Tax Clients

30:53 Never Burn Bridges

32:58 Patient Red Flag

33:35 Why Ting Stopped Taking Long Distance Patients

39:23 Transfering Ortho to Ortho

42:15 Having Respect+Getting The Boot

47:16 Gen Z More Disrespectful?

49:15 Leaving Bad Reviews

52:50 Weirdo Patients

55:39 !!! NO LOOKS MAXERS !!!

58:35 Airway already enough?

1:00:09 Are JawHacks patients problematic?

1:01:00 JawHacks Revolutionized The Ortho industry

1:04:34 Why Function should be priority over “Just straightening the teeth”+Patients cause the Change

1:05:15 Should you Fixate on The Side Effects of Expansion?

1:09:00 Expanding past 4-6 mm is murky water+Asymmetry

1:11:26 Mandibular advancement+MSDO

1:17:40 Problems with the Lack of Mandibular protraction options

1:21:50 When Extractions are necessary

1:23:40 Ting’s FME

1:28:00 Ting Failing to Split personal FME

1:32:00 Digital Work Changed the Minds of many people

1:33:06 Reviews

1:35:20 How To Be a Good Patient

#42 – Maze Enriquez – Certified Chad, Former RSD Coach

Mon, 29 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Ron met Maze several years ago at an RSD event. Maze is a cool dude with killer game and style you can see from a mile. Not sure what he wants to talk about, but he signed up for a 1-on-1 chat with Ron.

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#41 – Ron and Wise Friend Jordi – Reconnect After 6 Years

Mon, 29 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Jordi and Ron have not spoken in 6 years (Ron's fault). Jordi signed up for a 1-on-1 chat, and now they will reconnect.

Jordi wants to talk about various jawhacking, postural and spiritual topics. In college, Jordi and Ron took a course together called "Tibetan Buddhism." Jordi now lives in Hawaii.

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#40 - Carter - On the Horrors of Circumcision in Men

Thu, 18 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Ron and Carter are meeting for the first time on this live stream. Carter demonstrates that circumcision in men is analogous to tooth extraction. It is a harmful amputation of healthy tissue that serves an important function.

43:15 Circumcision discussion begins

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#39 - Yoel - Based Hasidic Jew Zoomer Knows A LOT About JawHacking

Thu, 11 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Ron and Yoel go live.

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#38 – @BoneBuilder Postural & Microbiome Restoration for Sleep

Mon, 01 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400

@BoneBuilder is a young man with craniofacial dystrophy who has suffered from poor sleep, headaches, and vitamin deficiency. He shares some fascinating vitamin information to improve sleep that's never been discussed on JawHacks until now.

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0:00 McKenzie chin tucks aren't helpful to many adults

0:19 Postural restoration as taught by the Postural Restoration Institute

5:41 Primal posture & '8 Step to a Pain-Free Back' book

8:41 Esther Gokhale on ideal neck posture

16:35 Postural restoration exercises: @NealHallinan

19:33 Good sleep requires healthy microbiome & vitamin levels

20:42 Stasha Gominak's RightSleep protocol

30:14 Use an inclined bed or mattress to sleep better: https://amzn.to/44eADzO

33:34 Does vitamin deficiency cause babies to have low tongue posture and become deformed?

34:52 High Intensity Health interview with Stasha Gominak: https://youtu.be/74F22bjBmqE

36:41 Pasty-white Noah's vitamin D levels were dangerously low

40:29 MSE and good & bad face masks

43:09 Piezotome before MSE to avoid facial asymmetry

51:38 Face Mask can move maxilla too far forward for retruded mandible

59:37 The beginning of the uncut interview

#36 – Raina – Are Small Jaws Linked to ADHD?

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0400

0:00 Our evil culture forces professionals to not help outside their official specialty

0:39 Most modern, Western athletes mouthbreathe

0:46 Many women open their mouths to appear especially promiscuous

3:56 Mike Mew is facing religious/political persecution for helping people develop better

11:22 The medical authorities promote diets to make & keep people sick

18:41 The Millenial vs Zoomer high school experience

21:53 Medical authorities want to hide the fact that skinny people can have sleep apnea

22:19 Raina folded the front half on her tongue backwards. Does this explain her facial development?

22:55 Mewing isn't associated with good health as much as it should be

26:37 JawHacks needs more high quality employees starting in May

30:13 The beginning of the full interview

34:41 Raina's CT scans

47:20 Photos of Raina growing up

49:43 X-ray of Raina's facial profile

1:05:36 Raina's disclaimer with Reddit links to learn more about autism & Asperger's

1:08:30 Raina's face after finishing conventional orthodontic treatment

#35 – Augusto Caten – The ULTIMATE Mewing Interview with Brazilian Bodybuilder

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400

@Augusto_Caten is a Brazilian self help influencer with over 187k subscribers on YouTube and 800k followers on TikTok. His purpose in life is to help lost, sad and purposeless people become the best versions of themselves through mediation, fitness, journaling and overcoming addition.

I had the honor of being the guest on his channel where we discussed topics ranging from mewing, diet, neck exercises and palatal expansion. This video is also posted on his channel with Brazilian subtitles.

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0:00 Intro

1:26 Why health and beauty are correlated

9:49 The importance of the suction hold

15:17 The mewing catch 22

19:13 Tooth vs bone borne appliances

29:27 The barefoot running analogy

25:39 How to incorporate mewing into your life

40:31 How to stimulate your jaw

44:41 Neck workouts + chin tucks

50:40 Hardware issues that hinder mewing

59:23 Do NOT get nasal surgery

1:04:01 MSE complications + fence cases

1:11:40 Why NOT to get braces early

1:19:02 TMJ causes & treatment + chewing

1:32:09 Getting a jawline + mewing exercises

1:46:33 Closing remarks

#34 – Aise Cemile – Based Turkish Orthodontist on Healthy Babies, MSE, Facemask

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Aise Cemile is a Turkish orthodontist with many international patients due to her innovative use of MSE, face masks, Invisalign, splints and other techniques to widen the jaws and move them forward to improve the airway.

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14:05 How long do adults need to wear a facemask?

15:43 Which face mask do you use?

18:34 Do you use face masks on Class I and II patients, or just Class III?

23:00 Face masks are for all types of malocclusion

37:20 Can MSE cause ringing in the ears (tinnitus)?

52:24 How young should a child be orthodontically expanded?

56:37 Importance of breastfeeding

1:00:49 Tandem breastfeeding

1:03:24 Babies copy posture

#33 - Dr. Lipkin - MSE QUESTIONS FINALLY ANSWERED... Asymmetry, Face Mask, MSDO

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0400

After some important questions raised in the comment section of our most recent conversation, Dr. Lipkin and I decided to dive further into the mysteries of MSE asymmetry, Headgear/Face Mask, Surgery & More!

Ron's own orthodontist, Dr. Ilya Lipkin DDS, who has done over 500!!! MSE cases and claims 100% success rate splitting adult males since incorporating PIEZO. He is one of maybe 3 orthodontists in the world who has his type of experience with MSE.

Could Dr. Lipkin Be one of the FIRST in THE WORLD to incorporate MSDO along w MSE to completely avoid The need for MMA surgery?

Could this man revolutionize the industry?

Watch to find out!

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0:00

0:27 Asymmetry

3:01 Surgical Correction of Asymmetry

4:27 MSE causing non existent asymmetry

6:55 2 MSE’s ???

9:38 TAD’s in the Nasal Septum

11:41 MSE side affect on the bite…

13:30 Expansion Planning

15:01 🎒

15:25 MSDO + MSE ?

19:19 SFOT/ Plan for mandible

20:52 Misplaced MSE

24:17 Lipkin’s unworldly attention to detail

28:28 Angles for FACE MASK

32:05 Upward angle for FACE MASK

32:58 Who should use FACE MASK?

34:42 Surgeons vs MSE & provider availability

38:34 Unhappy Surgery patients

39:25 Mid Face Recession during MSE Expansion??

42:16 FME

44:53 FME vs MSE (summary)

46:42 important message ❤️

#32 - Dr. Sandra Kahn - Orthodontic Tony Stark

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0400

The first JawCast with Dr. Sandra Kahn. She's the lead author of the seminal book Jaws, and the 2020 paper published in BioScience (The Jaw Epidemic: Recognition, Origins, Cures, and Prevention).

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1:55 Worth reading: The Jaw Epidemic: Recognition, Origins, Cures, and Prevention

10:07 Weaning is more critical than breastfeeding

11:00 Spoon feeding babies should end

11:38 No mush for babies until they're over 18 months old

11:48 A 6 month old baby can eat solid food and not choke because of the larynx's position

12:06 At 18 months, babies can choke because the larynx drops

12:29 Good development in babies that weren't breastfed is possible

13:12 Babies should eat solid food before mush is introduced

13:21 The first 1000 days are critical to the whole life"

13:56 Can babies who are raised correctly develop incorrectly?

14:44 What we think is perfect for babies' development may not be perfect

15:13 Sandra's parents had perfect jaws

15:35 Sandra's daughter had a tongue between teeth posture - development appeared good but she ended up needing surgery. Her son had an open mouth from day 1 but didn't need surgery.

16:13 Transdisciplinary work

16:29 ENTs often think everything's perfect when things are bad

16:48 Snoring Workshop in Mexico with Wilfried Engelke, Jesús Rangel, and 2 more and got extraordinary results

18:05 A young man with a perfectly developed face had sleep disordered breathing

18:27 A lightly calibrated CPAP and nose breathing is critical

18:45 CPAP using the Up-Locker Vacuum Activator

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21:46 Sandra's favorite practitioner treats 2 year olds - by 3 they're perfect

27:03 Some babies need their teeth filed down so that they can comfortably chew

28:37 What caused Sandra's daughter to develop a tongue between teeth posture?

29:32 American parents don't want us to grind baby teeth

32:45 The mechanical stimulus of breastfeeding is more important than the chemical composition of milk

35:24 A spoon in baby's mouth makes it impossible for the tongue to function normally

38:29 We've created vacuum activators

43:19 ENTs don't know about the mouth and orthodontists don't know about anything other than the teeth

46:03 Sandra's a big fan of MMA surgery, but not MSE because some of her patients have bad experiences

48:13 John Mew's Biobloc Stage 1 appliance works very well with adults, but without opening the suture

50:58 Ron asks Sandra Kahn about MSE

52:41 You can't do expansion and MMA in 1 surgery

58:26 Biobloc Stage 1, redesigned by Simon Wong for the mandible, should get the Nobel Prize

1:06:18 Sandra's Forwardontics Bow Face Mask

1:08:42 The Bow needs FDA approval - who wants to invest $100k?

1:10:17 Ron recommends only 2 face masks: the Crane (no longer being made) and Sandra's Bow

1:16:08 Sandra's seeing great results in endurance athletes who use her Uplocker

1:17:09 Medicine only looks at the unhealthy; we need to look at the healthiest people

#31 - Bailey’s MSE Treatment!

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0400

TikTok legend Bailey Seaman shows off his new MSE bling and diastema. Tells us all about his experience with MSE, both good and bad.

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#30 - Ethan Shares His Dr. Yousefian Experience

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Ethan thought his experience would be interesting to share live. Met with Dr. Yousefian and got a treatment plan from him.

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#29 – Dr. Ilya Lipkin – Piezo Surgical Assist for MARPE

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0400

The first ever JawCast episode recorded in person, with Ron's own orthodontist, Dr. Ilya Lipkin DDS, who has done over 500 MARPE cases and claims a much higher success rate in splitting adult males since incorporating ONE very important new technique.

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00:00 Introduction!

00:16 How many MSE cases has he done?!-

00:46 Complications/failure to split

01:31 Lipkin’s opinion on DOME

02:01 What is PIEZO? How does it work?

03:17 Lipkin’s Success rate of MSE ?

03:33 How PIEZO has revolutionized MSE/MARPE

04:41 CBCT’s necessity for success

05:19 Importance of MSE placement? & Learning from failures.

06:35 Should you turn MSE slower or faster? & How frequently should you turn?

07:52 Do you need a surgeon for PIEZO?

08:38 What does PIEZO feel like

10:04 SARPE vs MARPE what costs more $ ???

10:53 How long until the suture splits after PIEZO?

11:38 Does PIEZO help asymmetry?

12:31 CBCT’s necessity for success pt. 2

13:00 Cause of MSE asymmetry?

15:41 How labs have helped Lipkin’s success rate

15:59 The sad absence/scarcity of MSE providers

16:30 PIEZO downsides? (Necrosis? Nerve damage?)

18:56 Mandibular Expansion?

19:24 Are tooth borne expanders enough to expand the lower arch?

20:19 Dr. Ting’s suture split at WHAT AGE??? & MSE on steroids

21:40 Future of MSE

22:11 Should you wait until the MSE field progresses to get MSE?

23:12 Lipkin’s PIEZO

24:18 PIEZO before or after installation

24:45 Any patient freakout stories?

26:05 Lipkin did MSE how long ago???? & What set him apart from the rest in dental school

27:01 Lipkin’s FIRST MSE case & trying MSE in older patients

28:36 How MSE sparked Lipkins interest in MSE’s correlation with the airway

29:38 Turning MSE backwards?

30:12 MSE + Face Mask

33:11 Determining the bite with CBCT

33:28 Bite discrepancies (jutting jaw forward) & How AGGA makes this worse

34:58 MSE + Face Mask pt. 2

37:32 Ideal angle for Face Mask pulling is… Wait what???

#28 - Ethan - The ULTIMATE Jaw Surgery / MMA JawCast! Origin of Styx

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Origin of Styx (Ethan) signed up for a 1-on-1 chat with Ron. This is their live discussion.

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#27 - Dr. John Mew - Based 94 Year Old Inventor of Mewing Speaks Truth

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Ron and Dr. John Mew discuss the fact that roughly 0% of parents breast feed and wean their children in a way compatible with normal physical development, the dangers of heavy orthodontic forces, Orthotropics, MSE, jaw surgery, and more!

0:56 Introduction

2:09 Harold Chapman taught John’s father to expand 4 year old children with narrow dental arches

3:00 Kids should have enough space to fit a coin between each tooth

3:12 By 1948, orthodontists were taught not to expand

3:42 How John realized that expansion is beneficial

4:06 The maxilla can continue to expand after expansive treatment! Authorities claim this isn’t possible.

4:37 From 1914-48 orthodontics went in the wrong direction

6:42 John’s identical twins experiment shows conventional ortho is dangerous

8:24 Conventional ortho damages teeth by using too much force to move teeth

9:57 John’s friend lost teeth due to needlessly heavy conventional orthodontic forces

11:16 John published the tropic premise in 1981, which is now known as Mewing

11:37 A force close to 2 g (0.02 N) avoids needless damage to teeth

12:16 Fixed appliances damage the face, causing it to drop down and back

13:46 If an orthodontic patient feels pain, his teeth are being damaged

14:42 Using gentle orthodontic forces does not significantly slow tooth movement

16:38 Does Orthotropics for adults expand the maxilla or the alveolar bone?

18:36 Why John is against maxillary surgical expansion (MSE)

19:50 Ron recommends MSE for people like himself, but is against treatments for adults that push the teeth

24:27 Orthotropic Stage 1 Biobloc expansion results in adults are good (ask Ron for paper)

25:35 MSE expands the nasal airway - important for most breathing disorders

27:46 Medical students start with an open mind and end up with a closed mind

29:50 The financial incentive to provide bad orthodontic treatment

32:25 Some non-Western countries have more Orthotropists

34:48 John’s thoughts on his son’s court case

39:23 How the stage 3 biobloc appliance corrects bad posture

40:50 The importance of sleeping with proper posture

42:43 John’s new book- What Will My Baby Look Like

43:01 The 3 things that cause babies to develop malocclusion!

44:39 Why is breastfeeding so important for normal physical development?

46:26 John’s 2020 scholarly article is his greatest contribution to science

48:42 Normal women who breastfeed don’t get pregnant

49:55 It’s normal for woman to have 12-15 babies

50:19 Fake breasts as good at breastfeeding as real ones - is it possible?

54:04 Why so many modern women have problems breastfeeding

57:13 John sees himself as a modern-day John the Baptist

59:40 The 1st step in orthotropics is to correctly position the upper front teeth

1:00:18 Many poorly educated orthodontists have pushed teeth out of the bone

1:01:19 John successfully treated children so deformed, experts told them they needed jaw surgery

1:02:20 Over half of jaw surgeries relapse afterwards - most patients are not informed of this

1:02:37 The gdc-uk.org refused to look at the cases of the successfully treated children who had been ignorantly told they needed jaw surgery

1:03:03 Orthotropics works best on kids less than 9 and quite well up to age 20

1:03:28 Mewing helps those of any age to improve their faces and health

1:04:21 Mike Mew (John’s son) uses MSE, but they get along great regardless

1:05:50 Mike Mew is depressed - the authorities are destroying his life

1:06:58 The truth will out, e.g. Galileo & Copernicus’s heliocentrism hypothesis

#26 - Alex - The PT on Corrupt Healthcare, Leg Extension Surgery, DISE, Carnivore, Dating

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Alex signed up for a 1-on-1 chat with Ron. This is their live discussion.

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#25 - Ron & iLLWiLL - Talk MSE, Blackpill vs Redpill, Looksmaxing, Etc.

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0400

Will signed up for a 1-on-1 chat with Ron. They discuss many topics such as Will's custom Mewing appliance, MSE, double jaw surgery, face mask, blackpill, redpill, looksmaxing, Christpill, etc.

Prior guests Aiden ("High IQ Mewer") and Bailey ("Retracted TikTok Star") also joined the live chat.

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#24 - Ivan the Aussie - MSE, Jaw Surgery, Coceancig, Mahoney

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Ivan signed up for a 1-on-1 chat with Ron. They talk about MSE, double jaw surgery, Italian beauty standards, and keeping logistics in mind when seeking treatment.

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#23 - Dr. Ziv Peled, MD - The Headache Treatment NOBODY Talks About

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Ron and Dr. Ziv Peled, MD discuss headaches, their causes, and the role poor facial structure plays in altering neck posture, increasing pressure on nerves in the back of the neck, and ultimately causing severe migraine headaches.

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0:55 Ron talks about his history with migraines

2:56 Different causes of headaches

9:14 Nerves in the head, neck and scalp can cause chronic headaches

9:32 Cosmetic surgeon discovered brow lifts can eliminate headaches

11:39 NFL lineman with damaged nerves got better after surgery

12:18 How neurologists treat headaches chemically

14:24 An example of a mechanical headache cause

15:07 Why surgery can be the best headache solution

15:16 How headache surgery works

18:05 One of the happiest moments in Ron’s life

19:19 Life-changing patient experiences are gratifying for the Dr.

22:51 The doctor’s greatest success stories

26:24 What percentage of headache sufferers would benefit from nerve-decompression surgery?

26:50 Almost 40 million Americans are diagnosed with migraines

29:01 Roughly 10-20% of those with migraines are candidates surgical intervention

29:22 After a patient’s frequency of bad headaches reduces, their drug becomes more effective

31:31 After the mechanical headache problem is resolved, some patients are slowly cured

34:17 Ron’s favorite drugs are triptans

36:07 The dangers of triptan overuse

40:46 The psychological difficulty of going from debilitating headaches to health

42:51 The 3 ways people react after successful headache surgery

47:44 Did craniofacial dystrophy cause Ron’s headaches?

53:10 Is the increase in sleep apnea and migraines both due to increased craniofacial dystrophy?

54:29 Diabetic neuropathy is due to swollen nerves; some can accommodate swelling better than others

57:23 The branching patterns of your nerves determines your susceptibility to headaches

1:00:33 Why are there more birth defects and abnormalities?

1:02:09 Exclusively using his right hand caused Ron to develop pain on that right side

1:09:50 The importance of orthodontists and sleep doctors for headache treatment & prevention

1:19:19 How to Contact Dr. Ziv Peled

#22 - Zac Cupples, PT - Can Fixing Posture Improve Breathing?

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Zac talks about what’s lacking in conventional physical therapy, and how the body is a single unit, not a bunch of unconnected parts to be put into different silos that are the exclusive domain of so-called specialists.

He and Ron go on to talk about the importance of the lower airway and on having a passion for your job and life.

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0:00 Introduction to this interview with Zac, the first physical therapist on JawCast

1:15 How Zac differs from conventional physical therapists: he addresses the body as a unit, rather than unconnected parts

5:52 Areas where conventional physical therapy education is lacking

7:59 How does poor facial structure damage the rest of the body?

13:40 Ron snores about a quarter of each night, whereas another with narrow, retruded jaws does not - the SnoreLab app is good for finding out if you snore, and how badly

15:21 Ron hears about the lower airway for the first time; the expansion of the ribcage and the movement of the diaphragm are important parts of breathing

20:08 The risk of harm in movement-based interventions is far lower than artificially changing the body’s structure

21:43 Physical therapists have the misconception that there's a best posture; any position will get uncomfortable after a while

22:32 What can be done for the lower airway? How helpful can improving it be?

34:53 For a patient who has forward head posture, open mouth posture (perhaps mouth breathing), and hunched shoulders, instead of stretching their pecs and other tight muscles, Zac would have him lie on his stomach and gently breathe while focusing on the movement of the diaphragm

42:35 The connection between successful physical therapy and mental health: relaxation leads to better sleep, which leads to better physical and mental health

46:33 How good are Zac's physical therapy results? Some see life-changing improvements after one session, but he's never cured anyone's sleep apnea by himself

51:15 Does Zac often hit a wall with patients because of his conservative therapy? The necessity of maxillomandibular advancement surgery (MMA) for the health of some people, and the benefits of conservative treatments for others

55:38 Zac's favorite modalities in physical therapy: fitness, including strength training; myofunctional therapy; sleep hygiene; massage; nutrition; chiropractic; getting the help of psychologists/ENT surgeons

58:44 How to be a better Mewer: Zac's Mewing tips are to develop: a comfortable lip seal; a good smile; and to be sure you're able to: make certain unusual faces; move air into all the quadrants of your cheeks; (for those with narrow maxillae/dental arches) bend your tongue into a form that allows it to rest on the roof of the mouth; chew and swallow well

1:01:56 The dangers of maxillary expansion: it's unpredictable; it can relapse

1:05:23 Why does maxillary skeletal expansion (MSE) often cause asymmetry - the influence of asymmetrical facial muscles

1:13:40 Looks maxing to the point of becoming attractive is what's most important to many: Zac and Ron give their opinions on the blackpill: most Hollywood leading men and women don't have good facial structure; being passionate and unusually competent in your vocation is very attractive to some women

1:25:25 If your life has purpose (or you have a good social circle), there are big health benefits: it reduces pain, inflammation, and strengthens the immune system

1:29:23 In the year and and a half that JawHacks was on hiatus, Ron was not right; his work life lacked passion; people with a passion are more resilient

1:33:57 Ron recommends young men go into one of the trades (self-employment) - who wants to go to universities with the state things are in? Electricians are better off and happier; working outside in the cold winters is a biohack; Zac recommends against studying to become a physical therapist

1:38:44 People with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia) are uncomfortable with people being physically close to them (in terms of distance)

1:39:53 People used to have many children and derive fulfillment from that, now people prefer pleasure; housing prices today make settling down harder

1:45:10 Where to find Zac Cupples, and what services does he offer?

#21 - Ron and Erik Talk Shop - First Ever JawCast Live Stream

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Erik signed up for a 1-on-1 chat with Ron. This is their live discussion. It is the first ever JawHacks live stream.

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#20 - Patrick - TikTokking Tooth Truth, Plus MSE, Facemask, DNA, Etc

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Ron and Patrick dive deep into the horrors of conventional orthodontics, and what can be done to raise awareness about them.

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0:00 Intro

04:00 Patrick's issues and journey

10:53 MSE assessment on Patrick

14:49 Patrick's DNA and facemask experience

19:12 MSE and aesthetics

20:33 MSE and speech benefits for Ron

21:48 Closing spaces after expansion with dental implants?

22:35 Nasal breathing improvements on Ron after MSE

24:22 Nasal dilators and strips as a diagnosis tool

25:14 MSE and neck posture

27:23 Why Ron stopped using facemask

28:14 How to approach providers to get a MSE

30:54 Crooked teeth aren't genetic - dogmatism in science

36:40 Being woke about modern Orthodontics

38:15 Ron's purpose and goals with JawHacks

39:40 Spreading awareness about Orthotropics

#19 - Aaron - Finding a True Health Expert in a World Set Up to Destroy

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Aaron consults Ron about the best next step for him to cure or fix his headaches, sleep disordered breathing, and posterior open bite, while living in the New Zealand and able to travel to Australia.

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0:00 Introduction

2:21 Invisalign made Aaron’s problems worse

7:53 What’s a safe amount of maxillary expansion?

9:06 Freaky TMJ subluxation/dislocation

9:46 How the Invisalign disaster started for Aaron

14:15 His orthodontist wanted to shave down Aaron’s teeth! (teeth are already worn-down from bruxism)

15:27 Shaving down teeth or drilling teeth should almost always be avoided

15:53 Aaron has good instincts: you SHOULD feel revulsion at the idea of shaving down your teeth

17:24 MSE for counter-clockwise rotation of the maxilla to fix posterior open bite

18:47 This is NOT normal: Aaron wakes up gasping whenever he has one of his frequent colds

20:55 Deviated septum is the last thing to treat

25:30 Even Wide-Jawed Ron has scalloping on his tongue

26:19 Pulling an adult tooth is performing an amputation

27:51 Orthodontic treatment so bad even the teacher commented on it

31:59 The worst orthodontic outcomes are with AGGA

34:45 Seed oils, carnivore diet

35:59 Boston chicks dig Australian accents

37:33 Aaron’s tipped-in lower teeth: bad in general, but good for MSE

38:42 Everyone nowadays has recessed jaws

42:59 The Story of Little Jimmy

47:15 New Zealand society teaches kids that watching porn is good for you

49:39 Sugar and carbs lead to low energy levels and bad health

52:12 Sugar highs and crashes compared to highs and crashes from porn use

53:08 You should earn your highs

54:04 If your facial structure is too small/deformed, life is bad

55:10 the aesthetic changes of jaw expansion are a crap shoot

55:58 People realize the importance of religion and tradition once they're sick

59:01 Why did Ron become a Christian?

1:05:23 Coming to grips with the inevitability of death

1:09:12 Geopolitics and the culture wars reinforce Ron's Christianity

1:10:50 God wants you to be healthy

#18 - Ohad the Israeli - Can Small Jaws Wreck the Spine?

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Ohad explains how his jaw issues may be the root cause of his spinal compression and related neurological symptoms.

He and Ron discuss solutions, including Starecta, prolotherapy, MSE + MSDO with a focus on TMJs, and double jaw surgery.

Ron and Ohad wrap with a discussion of redpill vs. blackpill.

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0:00 Intro

1:47 Ohad’s spinal issue

7:57 Profile assessment

9:37 Israeli airway doctors

13:42 Starecta and the spine

17:07 Prolotherapy

21:52 Alternatives to surgery

23:22 Starecta deep dive

26:37 Dr. Yousefian treatment

35:07 Alignment and expansion

36:37 Dr. Yousefian continued

43:07 MSE + MSDO vs. double jaw surgery

45:52 Facemask recommendation?

49:07 Mewing for adults

51:17 Avoiding anesthesia

53:37 Forward expansion options

56:32 Aesthetic changes with MSE + MSDO

58:22 Prevention vs cure of craniofacial dystrophy

1:01:06 Epigenetics

1:03:42 Ron’s breastfeeding invention idea

1:07:22 Bone smashing

1:09:52 Gen Z looksmaxxers

#17 - Dr. Mike Mew - How the Mew Trial Threatens the Health of a Nation

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Mike Mew provides an update on his trial with the British General Dental Council and argues that this case is much bigger than himself. The health of a nation is at stake.

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0:00 Intro

4:23 Details of case

11:43 Is malocclusion genetic or environmental?

15:27 What can people do to help Mike’s case

19:18 What’s at stake with this trial?

21:57 Airway doctors won’t be able to get insured

22:56 Treating adults vs. children

24:48 Share your own Mewing evidence

29:01 Karl Popper and the null hypothesis

32:46 Supporting Mike on social media

35:49 Straight teeth vs airway health

45:00 Why isn’t more research being done?

46:55 Participate in science by sharing your story

#16 - Stefanos - Greek Ashton Kutcher Seeks MSE Ascension

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Stefanos is a young professional living in Athens, Greece seeking breathing correction and aesthetic improvement.

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0:00 Intro

12:37 Exam photos

17:43 Side profile and facial hair

20:13 Forward expansion, facemask

25:09 Double jaw surgery, Mirco Rafaini

28:43 How much MSE expansion?*

29:53 Good vs bad MSE cases?*

34:23 MSE providers in Europe, Aise Cemile in Turkey

38:37 Screw drag, other MSE problems

42:13 What to do about mandible?

46:23 Osteopathy to assist MSE?

49:43 Filling missing spots in beard

51:58 Stefanos’ career, life

55:12 Reality of wearing facemask

57:40 DISE - Drug Induced Sleep Endoscopy

1:00:29 Conclusion

#15 - Bailey Seaman - Retracted TikTok Star on a Mission to Change Orthodontics

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Bailey Seaman is a musician and TikTokker who suffered retractive orthodontics in his late teens. He is on a mission to fix himself and to change the industry so this does not happen to others.

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0:00 Intro

7:22 Before/after retraction photos

11:30 Life tanked after retraction

21:20 Why dentists love pulling wisdom teeth

31:05 Recessed lower jaw

34:50 Orthodontics is backwards

45:35 Bailey’s career ambitions

48:00 Invisalign vs. braces

51:40 Bailey’s treatment plan

54:40 Geography and treatment, India

57:45 Insurance and treatment

58:57 Retraction affects speech

1:01:29 Self love, mental health

1:13:08 More negative effects of retractions

1:20:13 Hero’s journey

1:22:48 Is there a conspiracy to weaken us?

1:28:25 Mike Mew case

1:35:49 Rapping, TikTok, info wars

1:48:15 Facemask

1:55:25 Retraction and intracranial space?

#14 - Dr. Courtney Donkoh - Raising Chad Kids, MSE, Black Pill, Looksmaxxing

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Courtney Donkoh is the Mewing Mom we never had. She understands how to raise kids to have good facial structure. She is also a passionate airway-focused dentist who has treated patients with MSE.

Ron also gets the Doctor's take on Black Pill and Looksmaxxing.

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0:00 Intro

4:08 Discovering airway dentistry

10:10 Raising healthy children

18:12 Why pacifiers are bad

19:56 Does breastfeeding teach Mewing?

21:24 Fake boob product for breastfeeding

24:56 Why are kids now so ugly?

28:16 Mewing for adults

31:02 State of the market for adult expansion

33:20 Mandibular expansion

36:28 Mike Mew case

30:06 Future of airway dentistry?

41:28 General dentists vs orthodontists

47:44 Blackpill / Looksmaxxing

#13 - Mike Mew - Modern Day Galileo

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Mike Mew is under attack for threatening the British dental establishment with his critical views on retractive orthodontics.

The powers-that-be are holding kangaroo court this November, forcing Mike to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees to try and keep his dental license.

Mike and his father John have done so much for the airway/looksmax community and they need our help now more than ever. Please do whatever you can to raise awareness about this witch trial.

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0:00 Intro

2:59 Mike Mew case background

6:43 Would this happen to you in America?

12:56 Ulterior motive?

16:20 Because of YouTube?

25:00 Does “Jaws” by Ehrlich and Kahn prove your case?

28:49 The system is broken

31:56 Like tobacco in the 1900s?

37:18 Mewing as evolutionary physiology?

40:30 Is the world ready for Mewing?

44:19 Western medicine neglects cause of illness

47:25 Nothing to lose

49:25 Why not move out of Britain?

51:30 Treating adults

55:03 Mike's thoughts on MSE

56:25 Becoming a full-time YouTuber

1:02:24 Supporting Mike

#12 - Daniel - EASE, DNA, Christianity vs. Buddhism, Meditation

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Daniel is a 22-year-old master pianist who has intermittent snoring troubles.

He is considering some sort of nasomaxillary expansion like MSE or EASE to expand his airway, but first needed Ron to clarify that DNA and AGGA are trash.

Daniel also probed into Ron’s experience with ecstatic Buddhism including jhanic states of concentration.

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0:00 Intro

4:26 Daniel’s airway issue

11:59 Facial exam

16:07 Ron’s assessment

18:55 Concern about MSE asymmetry

22:35 EASE and asymmetry

27:19 Options for MSE surgical assist, piezoelectric bone knife

31:17 Mitigating MSE asymmetry

33:42 MSE providers in Texas and Chicago

40:47 Can I have 2 different doctors?

42:00 Does Daniel need MSDO / DAME?

44:05 Facemask?

46:52 New evidence facemask works (w MSE)

50:32 Dr. Lipkin just installed Dr. Ting’s MSE

54:22 Facemask’s recent success

55:57 AGGA and DNA Rant

1:03:17 The “MSE is more invasive” fallacy

1:05:02 Dan’s incisor issue

1:07:57 Hockey player Chads and jiujitsu

1:12:12 Ron’s headaches / occipital neuralgia

1:18:07 Pro athletes and facial structure

1:23:44 Can dads do MSE or EASE?

1:29:57 Mewing discussion

1:34:07 Cranial osteopathy

1:40:17 kneesovertoesguy

1:45:29 Ron's Buddhism experience

1:50:37 Ron describes jhana blissful state

1:58:23 What is enlightenment?

2:00:35 Christianity vs Buddhism

2:09:28 Dopamine reward system

2:14:43 Why Ron stopped meditating

2:19:37 Is Buddhism selfish?

2:24:14 Psychedelic bad trips

#11 - Dr. Yousefian - The Man with a Plan for the Mandible

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Dr. Joseph Yousefian is the only American orthodontist I know who uses mandibular distraction (~MSDO) alongside MSE expansion.

This means that Dr. Yousefian does not simply tip teeth in order to get the mandible to match the maxilla following MSE expansion. Rather, his approach is to give the mandible skeletal expansion of its own.

A few years ago I did a video called “Don’t Do MSE Without a Plan for the Mandible.” Well, Dr. Yousefian is the man with a plan for the mandible.

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0:00 Intro

3:08 Discovering airway orthodontics

5:35 Experience with TAD-supported expanders

7:55 Hundreds of expansion cases

9:01 MSDO vs. DAME

12:06 Why MSE (MANE) alone is not enough

15:11 Supporting airway during expansion with ApnoTX

18:44 Sleep apnea discussion

19:53 Preventing upper back teeth collapse during MSE

27:40 Preventing lip support collapse during MSE

42:45 Combining MSE and DAME / MSDO

46:03 Why SFOT is not good enough for the mandible

47:23 DAME / MSDO and TMJ Problems

56:09 Limits of MSE (MANE) without DAME / MSDO

1:00:05 Airway benefits of DAME / MSDO for sleep apnea

1:05:57 MSE (MANE) surgical assist

1:07:42 Piezoelectric bone saw for MSE

1:10:32 MSE asymmetry case study

1:15:39 What causes MSE asymmetry?

1:23:20 ApnoTX combined with MSE (MANE) and MSDO (DAME)

1:27:35 Fixing MSE (MANE) asymmetry case study

1:28:50 Must wait months after MSE (MANE) before doing sleep study

1:29:59 ApnoTX deep dive

1:31:50 Appliance for maxillary advancement

1:35:25 MMA case study

1:40:25 Conclusion

#10 - Alejandro - Red Pilled But Still MSE-Maxxing

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Alejandro is a young man with dental crowding and lack of tongue space who is considering MSE treatment. He also wanted to discuss game and social dynamics with Ron.

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0:00 Intro

6:26 Facemask for forward expansion?

7:26 Can MSE fix TMJ issues?

9:28 Ron’s Florida Trail section hike

10:28 Dr. Zubad Newaz referral

11:59 Talking PUA and red pill

19:17 What was Ron like as a kid?

#9 - Andriy - Ukrainian at Crossroads in MSE Treatment

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Andriy is a 35 year old male who started his MSE treatment in Ukraine and is now living in Canada. His first MSE is still in place and he has gotten some good expansion, but its arms have become problematic and he cannot expand further. Andriy is wondering how to proceed.

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0:00 Intro

4:21 Andriy's structure

8:40 Seeing Dr. Zubad Newaz

13:10 More MSE expansion?

16:05 Choosing an MSE provider

20:40 MSE arms issues

27:09 Ron’s treatment history

29:05 Ron’s BRIUS braces vs Invisalign

33:43 Gratitude practice and mental health

37:39 MSE over expansion caution

43:28 Ron’s treatment status

45:15 Can Mewing grow adult bone?

48:20 Side profile analysis and double jaw surgery

52:45 Ron hates tooth borne expanders

54:03 Does Ron want double jaw surgery?

#8 - Catherine - 18 Year Old Female Wants to Reverse MSE Expansion

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Catherine is an 18-year-old female from Virginia who feels like her MSE expansion has given her improved health but at the expense of her beauty. She is unhappy with how MSE made her look and wants to know if expansion can be reversed.

She also asks several questions about posture.

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0:00 Intro

5:54 MSE Before and after

8:22 Can MSE expansion be turned back?

12:49 Full face MSE before and after

14:59 Ron’s aesthetic assessment

21:19 Ron’s thoughts on body dysmorphia

25:24 The importance of posture

27:14 Engaging glutes for good posture

32:34 Upper body posture is much harder

36:29 Key to neck and head posture

38:27 Should neck posture be straight?

42:59 MSE trades beauty for health?

#7 - Aidan - High IQ Mewer Talks Porn Addiction, Breastfeeding, DMT, Etc

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Aidan is a 20 year old man who successfully treated his debilitating sleep apnea with MSE, Mewing and balloon blowing. He wishes to share his wisdom with the audience.

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0:00 Intro

3:03 Aidan’s MSE asymmetry and advice

12:18 Aidan’s childhood orthodontics and collapse

20:58 Causes of Aidan’s childhood collapse

25:44 Childhood orthodontics and migraine

28:06 Drug addiction and craniofacial dystrophy

33:44 Porn and craniofacial dystrophy

37:55 Long distance running bandaid for sleep apnea

42:11 Aidan’s facemask advice

46:06 Balloons to cure sleep apnea

53:24 Circumcision scandal

57:17 Death of breastfeeding

1:08:45 Sleep apnea and hormonal imbalance

1:11:11 Finances of breastfeeding

1:16:20 Sleep apnea, DMT and God

#6 - Joshua - DOME Pains, MSE Gains, Facemask Shames

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Joshua is a young power lifter from Ohio who has done MSE with DOME surgical assist. He has finished his MSE expansion and has benefited tremendously from the improvements in his airway, especially with regards to his sleep and athletic performance.

Yet Joshua continues to seek forward expansion, to correct his bite and to improve his airway even more. He is frustrated with lack of results from facemask and wants to know if he should quit facemask and seek alternative forward expansion therapies, or give it more time.

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0:00 Intro

2:45 Josh’s smile and profile

7:07 Josh’s custom facemask

9:14 Facemask poor results

13:32 Quit on facemask?

19:09 Airway improvements with MSE

24:12 Surgery instead of facemask?

25:29 SFOT alternative to surgery

28:03 Josh’s childhood mouth breathing

30:32 Did MSE change Josh’s face?

34:07 MSE expansion vs surgical expansion

36:27 Getting molars to touch when biting

45:22 Optimizing facemasking with MSE and DOME

47:39 Mewing with MSE

53:52 DOME testimonial

58:39 Conclusion

#5 - Karan Singh - Can Trauma Release Free Your Jaws to Grow Naturally?

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Karan Singh is the creator of the the-great-work.org which is one of the top Mewing websites/forums of all time.

Karan's current project is called Whole Body Breathing, which posits that underdeveloped jaws are caused by muscular tension in the head and neck that prevents cranial bones from expanding naturally. Whole body breathing can release the trauma triggering this muscular tension, thus freeing facial bones to grow naturally at any age.

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0:00 Intro

1:25 Jason’s class 3 underbite

3:20 Jason’s nice features

4:35 Gnarly TMJ click

6:33 Jason’s functional goals

8:18 What if Jason did nothing?

10:17 MSE orthodontists in Canada

11:41 MSE + facemask or jaw surgery

12:46 Facemask for underbites

15:10 Cons of facemask

16:21 Jaw surgery risks

21:59 Why jaw surgery requires braces

23:45 MSE before jaw surgery

25:40 MSE provider - get 3 quotes

28:41 Skip MSE and just do surgery?

#4 - Jason - Fix Underbite with Surgery or MSE + Facemask?

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Jason is a 20 year old male living in Canada who has a pronounced underbite (class 3 malocclusion). This means his upper jaw is underdeveloped with respect to his lower jaw. What can he do to bring his maxilla forward into a normal relationship with the lower? We discuss MSE/facemask and orthognathic surgery as two options.

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0:00 Intro

1:25 Jason’s class 3 underbite

3:20 Jason’s nice features

4:35 Gnarly TMJ click

6:33 Jason’s functional goals

8:18 What if Jason did nothing?

10:17 MSE orthodontists in Canada

11:41 MSE + facemask or jaw surgery

12:46 Facemask for underbites

15:10 Cons of facemask

16:21 Jaw surgery risks

21:59 Why jaw surgery requires braces

23:45 MSE before jaw surgery

25:40 MSE provider - get 3 quotes

28:41 Skip MSE and just do surgery?

#3 - Ryan - MSE Asymmetry Reveal and Warning

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Reposting this video because the YouTube editor screwed up the first one. Unfortunately we lost many great comments made on the original vid. Feel free to repost your comments on this one.

Ryan is an adult male who had two MSE's for a total of 16mm of expansion. His airway is much improved. However, the expansion was asymmetric, resulting in malocclusion as well as a canted smile. Ryan felt strongly about sharing his experience with others.

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This is Chat #3 in which the client received a 50% discount on a 1-on-1 chat with Ron under the condition that the chat would be recorded and uploaded to YouTube for the benefit of all.

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0:00 Intro

2:10 Smile reveal

4:17 Reasons for MSE

6:25 Bite with asymmetry

8:05 Two MSE’s

9:45 Ron’s initial reaction to asymmetry and cant

12:19 Why didn’t you let asymmetry relapse?

13:01 16mm of maxillary expansion with MSE!

14:10 Is asymmetry skeletal or dental?

17:20 Surgery to fix asymmetry?

18:15 Ryan’s scans

21:14 Ron upset by asymmetry

23:25 MSE can be mixed bag

24:45 MSE axe analogy

27:10 Asymmetry in cheek bones

29:25 Danger of inexperienced MSE provider

33:30 Ron’s posture advice

42:50 Side profile and full body analysis

48:09 Sleeping posture

48:59 Forward expansion for Ryan?

51:11 Occlusion and health

53:07 Ryan’s current treatment

57:25 Ron warns Ryan about next steps

1:04:19 MSE caused numbness

1:06:22 Ryan’s MSE advice for others

#2 - Joseph and Ron - Discuss DNA, MSE, Facemask, and MMA

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Joseph is an adult male struggling with sleep disordered breathing and postural issues related to his jaws.

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0:00 Intro

0:29 Joseph's background

2:45 Joseph's facial profile

5:43 Tongue tie examination

7:03 Sleep study results

8:38 DNA appliance

11:00 Demonstrating DNA appliance

12:30 Tongue scalloping when Mewing

13:31 DNA lower appliance

14:37 Joseph wants forward expansion

16:08 Facemask

18:40 Bow, Crane and Grummons face masks

19:45 Joseph's treatment goals

21:15 The limits of toothborne expanders like DNA

23:00 Is Joseph a candidate for MMA?

25:55 How to find oral surgeon and orthodontist team

28:25 Liliana Calkins orthodontist in Washington DC

31:00 Functional vs aesthetic goals

33:58 How to improve nasal breathing

36:35 Can DNA split the midpalatal suture?

37:25 Tips for improving breathing

38:55 Ron's diet

40:14 Sugar substitutes and gas

42:10 Joseph's shoulder problems

44:30 Shoulder training regiment

48:45 Shoulder posture tips

51:50 DNA vs MSE

#1 - Drs. Vaughan and Ting-Complete Interview on MSE Surgical Assist

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

The complete interview with oral maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Stephen Vaughan and orthodontist Dr. Richard Ting, who collaborate to deliver surgically assisted MSE treatment.

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#0 - Dr. Richard Ting - Most Experienced MSE Provider in the World

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Complete interview with Dr. Ting, the world's most experienced MSE provider.

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