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

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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

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