Helping Kids Breathe, Sleep & Grow
Every milestone depends on rest.
If your child snores, wakes gasping, or struggles to concentrate, these could be signs of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) — a condition that affects oxygen flow, development, and behavior.
Signs of Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children
Does your child snore, breathe through their mouth, have crowded teeth, or struggle with focus and hyperactivity?
These may be symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) — a condition that can affect a child’s growth, attention, and overall health.
At Sleep Solution Centers in Lake Nona, we help children as young as three uncover and treat the underlying causes of poor sleep and airway obstruction. Below is an overview of common signs, possible causes, and how they can impact your child’s breathing and quality of rest.
Symptom
Behavioral problems / signs of ADHD
Underlying Issue
Disrupted rest caused by apnea
What’s Happening
Interrupted sleep affects attention and impulse control
Symptom
Mouth breathing (day or night)
Underlying Issue
Blocked or narrow airway
What’s Happening
The body shifts to mouth breathing when nasal passages are compromised
Symptom
Bedwetting
Underlying Issue
Sleep interruptions from apnea
What’s Happening
Carbon dioxide buildup triggers arousals to reopen airways
Symptom
Snoring
Underlying Issue
Soft tissue collapse in airway
What’s Happening
Air vibrates against relaxed tissue during breathing
Symptom
Crowded or misaligned teeth
Underlying Issue
Restricted airway / underdeveloped jaw
What’s Happening
Limited room in the oral cavity forces teeth to shift
Symptom
Gasping or breath pauses
Underlying Issue
Partial or full airway obstruction
What’s Happening
The body struggles to restore airflow during episodes
Symptom
Daytime sleepiness / fatigue
Underlying Issue
Poor sleep quality
What’s Happening
Interrupted deep sleep leads to exhaustion
Symptom
Night terrors / sleep disturbances
Underlying Issue
Frequent arousals from apnea
What’s Happening
Sudden awakenings trigger fearful responses
Symptom
Teeth grinding (bruxism)
Underlying Issue
Reflex to reopen airway
What’s Happening
Jaw movement helps clear obstructed passageways
Symptom
Decline in school performance
Underlying Issue
Inadequate rest and oxygenation
What’s Happening
Memory, attention, and processing suffer
How Sleep Solution Centers Helps
Supporting Healthy Growth, Naturally
We don’t just treat symptoms — we work to restore your child’s airway and facial development, giving their body the proper environment to heal and grow.
Why Early Intervention Matters
- Reduces risk of lifelong health & developmental challenges
- Improves focus, behavior, and school outcomes
- Encourages optimal facial and airway growth
- Reduces nighttime issues like snoring or breathing pauses
We combine science-backed, growth-centered therapies with compassionate care to address your child’s breathing difficulties.
Pediatric Treatment Pathways at SSC Lake Nona
Custom oral appliances worn during sleep encourage gradual expansion of the airway and proper jaw development. These are designed to reposition soft tissues and reduce obstructions without surgery.
A tight or restrictive tongue-tie can limit tongue mobility, impacting feeding, speech, and airway development. Using a laser-assisted technique, we free the tongue and support proper function and growth.
Children are guided through targeted tongue, lip, and facial muscle exercises that improve breathing, swallowing, posture, and airway stability — a key to lasting results.
When needed, we partner with airway-focused orthodontists to integrate aligners or expanders that further open airway space — always with the goal of supporting restful sleep and proper development.
Your Child’s Journey at SSC Lake Nona
Parents Were Surprised
To Discover...
Did You Know?
By age 4, almost 90% of craniofacial (jaw and facial) development is already complete.* Early assessment gives us a window to influence growth in the healthiest direction.
Liang, C. et al., Normal human craniofacial growth and development from 0 to 4 years, Sci Rep (2023)
Comprehensive Sleep-Disordered Breathing Solutions
Questions About Sleep Solution Centers for Kids
Absolutely. Many children with sleep breathing disorders show no obvious symptoms like snoring. Our comprehensive assessment looks for subtle signs that most parents—and even many healthcare providers—might miss.
We specialize in treating children ages 3-12, when intervention can have the most significant impact on development. Early intervention is key, as addressing sleep breathing issues during critical growth years can prevent the need for more invasive treatments later.
Unlike approaches that only address symptoms (like medication for ADHD or bedwetting), we identify and correct the underlying causes of sleep-disordered breathing. By supporting proper jaw development and breathing patterns, we help resolve multiple symptoms simultaneously and provide long-lasting result
We offer several flexible payment options to make our specialized care accessible. These include customized payment plans, financing options, HSA/FSA acceptance, and package pricing that provides significant value. Our staff will work with you to find a solution that fits your family’s budget. Many parents tell us the investment in their child’s sleep health is one of the most valuable they’ve ever made, with benefits extending far beyond better sleep.
The cost of not addressing sleep breathing issues can far exceed our fees. Consider the potential long-term expenses of untreated problems: orthodontic treatment ($5,000-$13,000), behavioral therapy ($100-$200/session), academic support, and medical treatments for related health issues. More importantly, addressing these issues early can prevent years of unnecessary struggles for your child. Many parents report that the improvements in their child’s quality of life, academic performance, and overall health made our services “priceless” in retrospect.
While each child’s journey is unique, many families report noticeable improvements in sleep quality, behavior, and focus within the first few weeks of treatment. Complete resolution of symptoms typically occurs over 3-12 months, depending on the individual case and consistency with the treatment plan.
VISIT US IN LAKE NONA
Modern, Comfortable Facilities Conveniently Located in Sugar Land and Friendswood
Don’t wait for obvious symptoms to appear. By then, years of critical development may already be compromised.
Sleep Solution Centers is the region’s leading specialized clinic dedicated to identifying and treating children’s sleep breathing disorders. Our team of experts combines advanced training in sleep medicine, airway development, and pediatric health to provide comprehensive care that addresses the root causes of sleep issues.
Opening Hours:
- Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM