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Airway‑Focused Dentist for Kids & Adults in
New Braunfels, TX

Snoring, mouth breathing, restless sleep? It’s not something to ignore. Early airway intervention helps guide healthy growth when it matters most.

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Does Your Child Experience Any of These Symptoms?

We often work with children who experience:

  • Mouth breathing or snoring

  • Restless or poor-quality sleep

  • Dark circles under the eyes

  • Frequent ear infections

  • Crowded teeth or narrow arches

  • ADHD-like behaviors or constant movement

Many parents notice small things that don’t quite add up and aren’t sure what they mean. That's where Dr. Soileau can help.

 

We also support teens and adults with sleep apnea or sleep-disordered breathing who are looking for thoughtful alternatives or complements to CPAP therapy.

What We Focus On

Our care is centered on guiding healthy growth and supporting proper breathing at every stage
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Facial growth and development
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Care for sleep-disordered breathing

Meet Dr. Soileau

Dr. Kristin Soileau is an airway-focused dentist with nearly 20 years of experience helping children and adults breathe, sleep, and grow better.

 

Her passion for this work began as a parent, after noticing signs in her own child that were dismissed as something she would “grow out of.” That moment led her to look deeper into airway health, sleep-disordered breathing, and early intervention.

 

Today, her care is shaped by both clinical expertise and personal experience, with a focus on addressing root causes and supporting long-term health through thoughtful, collaborative care.

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Why See an Airway-Focused Dentist?

Mouth breathing isn’t normal and it can lead to bigger issues over time.

Medical professionals now recognize mouth breathing as a key contributor to sleep-disordered breathing, which can affect sleep quality, energy, and overall health.

Why Early Care Matters

A child’s face and jaw develop quickly.

  • Nearly 75% of facial growth is complete by age 4

  • Almost all growth is finished by age 12

 

Breathing habits during these early years play a major role in how the airway, jaw, and face develop.

What We Look For

We evaluate more than just teeth. We look at breathing patterns, jaw development, and airway function to help support healthy growth and better sleep.

The Bottom Line

When it comes to airway health, the sooner, the better.

Early evaluation can help guide proper development and prevent more complex issues later on.

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Wondering If This Is Worth Exploring?

If you are questioning whether breathing, sleep, or growth could be affecting your child’s health, that is a conversation worth having.
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