An Airway-First Approach That Fuses Dental Care & Healthcare

Look better. Feel better. Breathe & sleep better.

Our holistic, airway-centric practice

focuses on overall health, treating TMJ problems, snoring, sleep-disordered breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and helping develop proper facial growth in children. Led by Dr. Jim Bieneman, we combine Oral Appliance Therapy, TMJ/TMD therapy, Orthodontics, Orthotropics, and general dentistry, ensuring comprehensive care for your complete well-being.

Early Orthodontic Treatment for Lifelong Health

For kids, sleep, airway and TMJ symptoms often seem “normal”. They’re not. Early treatment used to be 12. Then it was 7. Now we see kids as young as 2. I want to spot airway and jaw problems as soon as possible so we can reverse them and correct the issues before they become chronic.

– Dr. Jim Bieneman

Services Tailored for ALL AGES

Breathing & Sleep

Non-invasive treatments for sleep disorders and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

TMJ/TMD Pain

Conservative, non-surgical treatments suggested in 95% of cases.

Orthodontics & Orthotropics

Enhancing children’s sleep, breathing and quality of life through forward facial development.

Adult Orthodontics

Health-first approach, including reversing previous orthodontic results and reopening extraction spaces.

Tongue Ties

Addressing restrictive lingual frenula to optimize oral function and overall well-being across all ages.

Oral Posture Training & Myofunctional Therapy

Harnessing the tongue’s innate capabilities to foster correct breastfeeding, facial alignment, swallowing, chewing, and speaking.

A Hidden Epidemic: Sleep Disorders and Their Underestimated Impact

Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a Real Thing

According to Yale Medicine Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can severely disrupt a child’s quality of sleep, leading to tiredness and crankiness during the day. If untreated, it can result in other health issues, including poor growth. OSA affects 3 to 6 percent of children and is associated with repetitive narrowing of the airways. Common consequences include attention problems and, in some cases, hyperactivity.

30 Million People Suffer from Sleep Apnea

According to The American Medical Association, approximately 30 million people in the United States have sleep apnea, but only 6 million are diagnosed with the condition.

TMJD is Common but Not Normal

According to National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) – part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) – the prevalence of temporomandibular joint and muscle disorder (TMJD) is between 5% and 12%. These disorders are at least twice as prevalent in women as men.

The Effects of Poor Sleep in Children are Dangerous

According to The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Sleep plays a vital role in children’s mental and physical health. Insufficient sleep can affect children’s physical health, cognitive capacity, socioemotional processes, and behavioral functioning, impacting their overall development and well-being.

Patient STORIES

In these videos, our patients (and their parents) talk about conditions they struggled with, their treatment, and what life is like now.

Before & After Gallery

THE Three Components of Dr. Jim Bieneman’s "WHY"

Driven by a passion for overall patient wellness, Dr. Bieneman transitioned from traditional dentistry to airway related problems and TMJD (Temporomandibular Disorders).

Prevention – specifically of long-term health issues – motivates him to focus on early intervention for children and treatments that enhance their overall quality of life.

He strives to improve patient outcomes by advocating for collaborative care, peer education, and integrated treatment strategies.

The OrthoAirway Knowledge Hub

Research, articles, and other content to help you gain a thorough understanding of airway health.

A Note from Dr. Jim Bieneman

I’m proudly a second-generation dentist. Growing up, my father owned his own dental practice and I was inspired by his passion for the profession and his ability to help patients. Beyond his practice, my dad taught me about the gift of health. Seeing the challenges he constantly overcame as a type 1 diabetic, he instilled in me to value good health as one of life’s greatest assets. Although he passed away during my senior year of dental school, my dad was my champion and my guide. He taught me that I was at dental school to learn the fundamental skills, but my practice of dentistry would be a lifelong learning journey. Over the course of countless continuing education hours, I’ve focused on the areas where my patients experienced the most misdiagnosis: TMJ, sleep, airway, and feeding (for infants and children). Along the way, I’ve also become dual board certified through the American Board of Craniofacial Pain and the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine, further highlighting my dedication to the highest standards of care.
I’m committed to preventative care for all ages and especially early interventions for children. In some cases, care needs the support of multiple providers, and I advocate for collaborative care and integrated treatment strategies. It’s my goal to provide my patients with care that provides long term health. It is my sincere pleasure to partner with my patients on improving their wellness, and I hope to see you soon.

Dr. Jim Bieneman