ASAP Pathway: THE PODCAST

ASAP Pathway: THE PODCAST

In a world where discussions about sleep and airway issues dominate the dental landscape, the journey to understanding and addressing these concerns has evolved drastically. Join us as we dive into the remarkable transformation of dental care over the last decade, from overlooking airway and sleep health to making it a core aspect of treatment planning. Join us as we uncover the journey of understanding and addressing sleep and airway concerns in children. Whether you're a dedicated Dentist seeking comprehensive guidance, a health care provider wanting to collaborate and Find a Provider to work with, or a concerned Parent evaluating your child's well-being, our podcast sheds light on a clear pathway forward. To take the next step, become a member of our community or access valuable resources for your child's evaluation. Visit our website now and be a part of the positive change! https://asappathway.com/

Episodes

September 2, 2025 60 mins


In this podcast episode, Drs. Stacy and Michelle sit with Dr. Bryant Lin, a primary care physician and researcher at Stanford University, and his colleague, Dr. Paramesh Gopi, discuss innovative sound-based therapies aimed at improving nasal breathing and sleep health. The conversation highlights their collaborative work on developing these therapies, which emerged from experiments involving cadaver studies during the pandemic. The...
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This podcast episode is featuring Drs. Stacy, Tracy, and Michelle from the ASAP Pathway and their guest, Dr Mike DeLuke, of The Doc Podcast. The discussion centers on the evolving role of dental professionals in addressing airway issues in patients. The conversation highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among orthodontists, pediatric dentists, and restorative dentists, particularly in understanding how airway...
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In this podcast episode, Drs. Stacy and Michelle sit with Dr. Angie Tenholder, a prominent figure in craniofacial dental sleep medicine, discussing the importance of integrating neurological assessments into dental practices, particularly for pediatric patients. The conversation is highlighting the need for healthcare providers to adopt a more holistic approach to airway health, which has traditionally focused on anatomy alone. Dr....
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In this podcast episode, Drs. Stacy and Tracey sit with Dr. Lina Sapozhnikoff, a restorative dentist with a focus on airway minded orthodontics. The discussion revolves around Dr.Sapozhnikoff's  journey in dentistry, particularly her transition from restorative practice to an interdisciplinary approach that integrates airway function and overall health. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the need for collab...
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In this podcast episode, hosts Drs. Stacy and Tracey sit with Dr. Meggie Graham and discuss the intersection of dentistry and airway health, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and education in this field. The conversation highlights the initiative, "The Untethered Way," a comprehensive course designed to help dental professionals integrate airway-focused principles into their practices. They explore the implications of muscle...
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In this podcast, speakers Drs. Becker, Weddle and Covington, discuss the complexities and challenges faced by dental practitioners, particularly in the fields of airway management and temporomandibular disorders (TMD). The conversation highlights the confusion patients experience due to conflicting advice from various practitioners, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach in dentistry. 

The speakers share insights from a r...
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Drs. Stacy, Tracey and George discuss the significance of corticotomies in periodontal practice, emphasizing their role in enhancing orthodontic treatments. The conversation highlighted the need for collaboration between periodontists, orthodontists, and oral surgeons to improve patient outcomes. George, a periodontist, explained that corticotomies involve surgical techniques that can expedite tooth movement and address aesthetic c...
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In this podcast, Dr Stacy Becker and guest, Dr Christian Leonhardt, discuss the evolution of dental practices, particularly focusing on airway health and patient-centered care. The conversation reflects on Christian's journey from dental school to recognizing the importance of treating patients holistically rather than just focusing on dental mechanics. They emphasize the need for collaboration among various healthcare professional...
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In this podcast, speakers include Host, Dr Stacy Becker and Orthodontist, Dr Bill Harrell.
The discussion focused on airway-centered orthodontic diagnosis and treatment, particularly in relation to TMJ disorders and sleep apnea in children.
The conversation highlighted the importance of collaboration between dental and medical professionals to address these complex issues, emphasizing that orthodontic treatment should consider the ...
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In this podcast episode, Drs. Becker and Gominak,  discussed the critical role of vitamins D and B in addressing sleep issues and overall health, particularly in children and families. The conversation highlighted the importance of a healthy gut microbiome, which acts as a vital organ influencing nutrient absorption and overall well-being. The Part 1 discussion took place in October, building on previous insights about vitamin defi...
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In this podcast, Dr. Ben Miralgia, a general dentist with over 31 years of experience, discusses the evolution of orthodontics and the importance of early intervention in children's dental health. He shares his journey from traditional restorative dentistry to discovering expansive orthodontics, which focuses on jaw development rather than just aligning teeth. The conversation highlights the detrimental effects of early soft foods ...
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Drs. Stacy and Tracey meet today for a part 2 discussion with Dr. Doug Young.  They discuss the importance of fluoride in dental health, particularly its role in preventing tooth decay. They emphasized that fluoride is a key component in a "recipe" for maintaining oral health, encouraging the growth of beneficial bacteria while inhibiting harmful ones.

The conversation also touched on the evolving guidelines from the American Dental...
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This podcast episode features Drs. Reisinger, Tracy, and Stacy, the discussion centers on the integration of oral health and systemic health, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between medical and dental professionals.  
Dr. Reisinger shared his transformative experience transitioning from traditional medicine to MDVIP, highlighting how this model allowed for better patient care through collaboration with dentists, which si...
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In this podcast episode, Dr. Stacy Becker talks with Peter Beckwith, a thought leader in holistic and airway-focused care, shared his transformative journey from overcoming addiction to launching successful businesses in his 50s. The discussion centered on the importance of resilience and community in healthcare, particularly in airway health, and how professionals can differentiate themselves in this field. Peter recounted his dec...
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In a recent podcast episode, Drs. Stacy Tracey and Reza discussed advancements in dental practices related to airway health, particularly focusing on treatments for dental facial deformities, obstructive sleep apnea, and TMD issues. They emphasized the rapid influx of new information in the field, likening it to a "fire hose" of knowledge, which is crucial for practitioners to stay informed.

 The conversation highlighted the importa...
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In this podcast episode, Drs Becker and Weddle talk with Dr. Robert Lustig regarding critical issues surrounding modern diets and their impact on health, particularly focusing on sugar and its role in metabolic diseases. The conversation emphasizes how mainstream medicine often addresses symptoms rather than root causes, leading to a rise in conditions like diabetes. Dr. Lustig highlights the detrimental effects of fructose, a suga...
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In this podcast episode, Drs. Becker and Nguyen talk with Dr. Stanley Liu, a prominent expert in sleep-disordered breathing, discussing the evolution of dental involvement in sleep medicine and the importance of nasal breathing. The conversation highlights Dr. Liu's extensive background, including his education at Stanford University and his roles at Nova Southeastern University. The discussion emphasizes the need for collaboration...
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Drs. Becker and Nguyen talk with Dr. Nathan Bryan, an expert in nitric oxide research, about the significance of nitric oxide in medical treatments. The conversation highlighted his two decades of research, which has led to numerous patents and advancements in patient care.
Dr. Bryan emphasized the potential of nitric oxide to improve tissue oxygenation, reduce hospitalizations, and enhance overall health, particularly in patients w...
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In this podcast episode, Drs. Becker and Moshiri discuss the intersection of airway health, sleep apnea, and orthodontics, emphasizing the importance of early intervention in children's dental and respiratory health. The conversation featured professionals involved in orthodontics and sleep medicine, including a specialist in orthognathic surgery, Dr. Reza Movahed. 

The speakers highlighted the need for collaboration among dental an...
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In this episode, Dr Stacy Becker has a conversation with a local orthodontist, Dr. Jonathan Shanker, on  the evolution of their understanding of airway health and its impact on orthodontic treatment. The speakers include reflecting on the experiences with Dr. Shanker's son, who exhibited sleep-related breathing issues.  
The conversation highlighted the importance of early intervention in children's dental health, emphasizing how ai...
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