Dentistry Disrupted with Dr. Craig Clayton

In this episode of Dentistry Disrupted, Dr. Craig Clayton (@restoration.dentistry) sits down with Dr. Vivian Chen (@plateful.health) — a UK-trained medical doctor turned integrative health expert and co-founder of Lumebox, a red light therapy company dedicated to evidence-based healing.
After watching her father recover from debilitating pain by using red light therapy, Dr. Viv began digging into the science behind it. Uncovering how light can awaken the mitochondria (the “powerhouses” of our cells) to boost energy, healing, and resilience throughout the body.
Together, they explore:
✨ How red and near-infrared light target the mitochondria to promote healing at the cellular level and why this matters for health as you get older
✨ Why not all red light devices are created equal — and what makes Lumebox different
✨ Real results for pain, skin health, inflammation, and hair growth
✨ How to use red light safely and effectively at home
✨ The truth about “root cause” medicine and why real healing means more than just taking more supplements…
Dr. Viv shares how Lumebox was born from science, not hype — with rigorous testing, medical-grade quality, and transparent data on light dosage and safety.
If you’ve ever been curious about red light therapy and whether it’s worth the investment, this is the episode for you.
Visit lumebox.com to explore the science, see before-and-after results, and shop devices tested for real results.
💥 11.11 Sale — Limited Time! Get 50% off Lumebox red light therapy devices — now only $315 (was $629).
This is the best price you will ever find on the Lumebox, so if you’ve been eyeing this, now is the time to grab one!

In this episode of Dentistry Disrupted, Dr. Clayton sits down with Dr. Viv — a UK-trained medical doctor turned integrative health expert and co-founder of Lumebox, a red light therapy company dedicated to evidence-based healing.
After watching her father recover from debilitating pain by using red light therapy, Dr. Viv began digging into the science behind it. Uncovering how light can awaken the mitochondria (the “powerhouses” of our cells) to boost energy, healing, and resilience throughout the body.
Together, they explore:
✨ How red and near-infrared light target the mitochondria to promote healing at the cellular level and why this matters for health as you get older
✨ Why not all red light devices are created equal — and what makes Lumebox different
✨ Real results for pain, skin health, inflammation, and hair growth
✨ How to use red light safely and effectively at home
✨ The truth about “root cause” medicine and why real healing means more than just taking more supplements…

Dr. Viv shares how Lumebox was born from science, not hype — with rigorous testing, medical-grade quality, and transparent data on light dosage and safety.
If you’ve ever been curious about red light therapy and whether it’s worth the investment, this is the episode for you.
Visit lumebox.com to explore the science, see before-and-after results, and shop devices tested for real results.
💥 11.11 Sale — Limited Time! Get 50% off Lumebox red light therapy devices — now only $315 (was $629).
This is the best price you will ever find on the Lumebox, so if you’ve been eyeing this, now is the time to grab one!

Too often, parents are told their child will “grow out of it.” Snoring? Normal. Grinding? Just a phase. Bedwetting? Don’t worry about it. But what if those symptoms are actually red flags—and you’ve been dismissed over and over?

In this episode of Dentistry Disrupted, Dr. Craig Clayton is joined by airway health pioneer Dr. Shereen Lim, author of Breathe, Sleep, Thrive, for a conversation that will resonate with every parent who’s ever felt unheard.

Dr. Lim shares how her own experience as a mom—and hearing stories from dismissed and desperate parents—drove her to write a book that connects the dots. Because parents don’t need another brush-off, they need tools, information, and the confidence to trust their gut and take action.

This episode is your permission slip to dig deeper. To question. To advocate.

We're at a tipping point. Just over a decade ago, Dr. Lim was almost blocked from speaking at a university conference because her airway-focused approach was seen as “outside the norm.” Today, her clinic is so full she’s had to close her books—and more providers are waking up to the importance of early intervention.

The movement is happening, and parents like you are leading the charge. 💪🏼

What We Cover:

The alarming number of children being missed and dismissed by providers

Dr. Lim’s personal story of helping her own daughters—and what she wishes she knew sooner

Why airway issues like mouth breathing, sleep disruption, and bedwetting aren’t just “normal”

How her book Breathe, Sleep, Thrive gives parents a framework to understand and act

The pushback she faced early on—and why the momentum is finally shifting

How parents are the key to driving change in pediatric airway health

Where to go and who to trust when you’re looking for answers





Resources Mentioned:

Breathe, Sleep, Thrive by Dr. Shereen Lim

Link to her Facebook page

AAPMD Provider Directory

Breathe Institute Directory



Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Airway Health and Dental Sleep Medicine
02:30 The Journey into Airway Medicine
05:14 Early Intervention in Orthodontics
07:45 Personal Experiences with Children's Airway Health
10:22 The Impact of Early Treatment
12:55 Understanding Airway Issues in Patients
15:39 Inspiration Behind 'Breathe, Sleep, Thrive'
18:23 Communicating Complex Ideas Simply
21:43 Understanding the Gaps in Healthcare
23:51 The Shift Towards Holistic Health
27:12 The Role of Parents in Healthcare Advocacy
32:12 Transformative Patient Stories
35:48 Empowering Parents with Knowledge
41:12 The Importance of Collaborative Care

Your doctor told you it’s “just a phase.” But what if your child’s mouth breathing, constant congestion, or picky eating isn’t just frustrating—it’s your child’s way of showing something deeper is going on?

In this episode, Dr. Clayton—airway-focused dentist and father of two—shares five commonly overlooked signs that your child may be struggling with an airway issue. These aren’t random quirks. They’re signals. And the earlier you catch them, the better your child’s sleep, development, and behavior can be.

Please note: There are dozens of other symptoms! Only 5 are discussed in today's episode. Others that may show up are inflamed tonsils, delayed speech, bed wetting, crowded teeth, grinding their teeth day or night, and many more.

This episode is for every parent who’s ever had a gut feeling that something isn’t quite right—but wasn’t sure where to turn. Dr. Clayton walks you through what these red flags look like, why they matter, and what you can do starting today.

Dr. Clayton is hosting a Live Airway Class on June 16th for parents who want to understand the signs, learn what really matters, and take action with a collaborative root cause approach to care.

👉 Sign up for the class here, before the doors close on June 15th!

Follow Dr. Clayton on Instagram here!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Airway Issues in Children
01:03 Red Flag 1: Mouth Breathing
04:37 Red Flag 2: Snoring and Noisy Breathing
06:30 Red Flag 3: Nursing Difficulties in Infants
07:21 Red Flag 4: Picky Eating and Food Aversion
08:45 Red Flag 5: Chronic Congestion and Frequent Illness
12:41 Conclusion + Invite To Live Class

When Eliza was a child, sleep was never restful. Her tonsils were huge, her palate was narrow, and breathing through her nose felt like trying to sip air through a coffee straw.

No one ever asked about her sleep. Doctors dismissed her symptoms. And so she quietly carried exhaustion, anxiety, and overwhelm into adulthood—thinking it was just normal.

Until her husband, Dr. Clayton, began learning about airway health.

In today's episode of Dentistry Disrupted, Eliza and Dr. Clayton get personal and share their family’s decades-long struggle. From Eliza’s own childhood struggles to their son’s early feeding difficulties, teeth grinding, and behavioral challenges—this episode uncovers the overlooked signs of sleep-disordered breathing and how addressing the root cause can change lives.

Together, they discuss:

The turning point that led Dr. Clayton to pursue airway education

How a collaborative, functional approach helped their family heal

Why airway issues are often dismissed by traditional providers

How to recognize signs and get the right help for your child

What their upcoming Holistic Airway Health for Families class will teach

If you’ve ever been told “they’ll grow out of it,” this episode is your sign to keep asking questions. Please leave us a review, share the episode, and stay tuned for our upcoming live class. You’re not alone—and help is out there!

Resources

Join the Waitlist for the Holistic Airway Health for Families Class Here!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Airway Health Journey
00:45 Eliza's Personal Experience with Airway Issues
04:43 The Importance of Early Intervention
05:30 Recognizing Signs in Children
09:39 The Broader Impact of Airway Health
11:12 Challenges in Diagnosis and Treatment
12:54 Success Stories and Collaborative Approaches
14:00 Holistic Airway Health Class
19:19 Conclusion