176. Toothpillow: How It Works, Why It Matters, & My Honest Mom Review

Guest: Brianna Reiser, Vice President of Experience at Toothpillow

Overview: In this episode, we explore the incredible impact of Toothpillow, a comprehensive airway health program for kids, with Brianna Reiser—an experienced dental professional whose personal journey led her to this work. We dive into the “why” behind Toothpillow, how it works, and my personal experience using it with my daughter.

In This Episode:

Meet Brianna Reiser

• 14+ years in dentistry

• Lost her mother to sleep apnea, which led to her passion for airway health

• Now VP of Experience at Toothpillow, working to make airway care accessible

Why Airway Dentistry Matters

• Underdeveloped jaws: a growing epidemic

• Root causes of crooked teeth (not just cosmetic!)

• Cultural factors: diet, breastfeeding challenges, and lack of support for oral development

• The danger of “band-aid” approaches (like wisdom teeth removal without cause investigation)

What Toothpillow Is & How It Works

• A two-year, app-supported airway health program

• Includes myofunctional exercises, nasal hygiene, and tongue tie assessments

• Guides kids through face muscle training and jaw development

• Three current competitors: Healthy Start Habit Corrector, MyoBrace, and Vivos Guides

• Toothpillow is a full program—not just a single device

What Makes It Different

• Every child is assigned a dentist and a virtual dental assistant through the app

• Personalized coaching and ongoing support available to parents

• Not every child is a fit (about 30% are not recommended to proceed)

• Compliance is supported through encouragement and tracking

Common Signs of Airway Struggles in Kids:

• Mouth breathing

• Night waking

• Bedwetting

• Nightmares or terrors

• ADHD-like symptoms

Why Moms Love It

• Affordable: No brick-and-mortar costs passed on to parents

• Easy-to-use app experience

• Holistic and rooted in connection—not just clinical

My Personal Review:

• My daughter has been using Toothpillow for over 4 months

• Noticed improvements: better sleep, no more night terrors, fewer dark circles

• Face shape is changing; jaw is visibly wider

• “When I wear my Toothpillow, my tongue just knows where to go.”

Toothpillow for the Future:

• Plans to expand to adults and babies

• Keeping long-term health and root causes at the center of care

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Referenced:

• Episode 175 – Intro to Airway Dentistry

Toothpillow Website: ⁠Toothpillow.com⁠

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