Specialized dental care focused on jaw development, airway health, and restful sleep — for children and adults in New York City and Montclair, NJ.
Dr. Scott C. Province is a dentist with over 25 years of experience treating adults. For the last five years, he has dedicated himself to understanding how to diagnose and treat children with early dental crowding and sleep-disordered breathing.
Many parents don't realize that crowded teeth, snoring, grinding, bedwetting, excessive hyperactivity, and restless sleep can all be signs of an underlying issue — poor jaw development affecting breathing and sleep.
Simply put, if a child doesn't have room for their teeth, they also lack sufficient tongue space. This can greatly affect their quality of sleep. Dr. Province's goal is to help children achieve proper, restful sleep by improving jaw development and nasal breathing.
The earlier these issues are addressed, the better. Waiting until all permanent teeth erupt makes treatment more challenging, and extracting baby teeth only treats the symptom — not the root problem.
Dr. Province's passion for airway health dentistry was sparked by a deeply personal experience — when his own son's crowded teeth turned out to be part of a much larger health picture involving breathing and sleep.
That journey gave him firsthand insight into what families face, and it drives his commitment to helping every child breathe better, sleep better, and thrive.
These common signs are often overlooked — but they may indicate an underlying airway or jaw development issue that can be addressed early.
Dr. Province takes a multidisciplinary approach, working closely with ENTs, Myofunctional Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists to address both jaw structure and soft tissue function. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual patient.
Addressing dental crowding before permanent teeth erupt, creating lasting space and improving overall jaw structure in growing children.
Diagnosing and treating the root causes of snoring, apnea, and disrupted sleep in both children and adults through structural solutions.
Improving nasal airway function in collaboration with ENTs to ensure children breathe properly through their nose — day and night.
Bracket-and-wire techniques applied in mixed dentition for both arches, ensuring a therapeutic and stable long-term outcome.
Targeted treatment for adults struggling with snoring, sleep apnea, and restless nights — improving quality of life through dental solutions.
Seamless collaboration with ENTs, Myofunctional Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists for whole-health outcomes.
Every child is different. Depending on age and symptoms, treatment protocols may vary. At the core of every treatment plan is a commitment to evaluating and addressing both arches for a stable, therapeutic outcome.
A thorough assessment of jaw structure, breathing patterns, sleep history, and dental development to understand the full picture.
A custom protocol developed with the patient's age, symptoms, and long-term health goals in mind — never one-size-fits-all.
Working in tandem with ENTs, Myofunctional Therapists, and SLPs to address both structure and soft tissue function together.
Consistent follow-up to ensure treatment is working, adjusting as the patient grows, and celebrating improved sleep and health.
Families from New York and New Jersey have seen life-changing improvements in their children's sleep, breathing, and overall wellbeing after treatment with Dr. Province.
"We had no idea our daughter's bedwetting and hyperactivity were connected to her breathing. Dr. Province explained everything so clearly and the change after treatment has been incredible."
"My son was grinding his teeth every night and sleeping terribly. I assumed it was just stress. Dr. Province identified the root cause and we're finally getting full nights of rest."
"As an adult with sleep apnea, I was skeptical a dentist could help. Dr. Province's approach — working with my ENT — made all the difference. I sleep silently now for the first time in years."
If you have any questions or concerns about your child's (or your own) breathing and sleep, Dr. Province would love to help.
(212) 682-8032
New York City, NY(973) 842-7929
Montclair, NJ(646) 426-9505
Direct line to Dr. Province