While narrow arches are often implicated in sleep apnea problems, breathing problems may be the cause of narrow arches in the first place. Sacramento Dentistry Group examines the factors linked to mouth breathing that are cited as causing improper arch development when people are youngsters. Narrow arches can be corrected by orthodontics.

Sleep apnea and bruxism (teeth grinding) are two issues commonly seen together. A third factor that likely influences both is narrow upper or lower arches. The Sacramento Dentistry Group has treatment solutions for a narrow arch width, including Invisalign and the DNA appliance system.