Where beauty, breath, and function align.
A confident smile should be as healthy as it is beautiful. Aviara Smile™ integrates airway health, bite stability, and facial harmony into every aesthetic restoration.
Guided by the Aviara Method™, care in every division begins with a structured evaluation designed to identify the root causes of dysfunction rather than simply treating symptoms.
Before their visit, patients complete a comprehensive Aviara Health Questionnaire, which explores breathing patterns, sleep quality, jaw symptoms, lifestyle habits, emotional wellbeing, and other health indicators that influence airway function and overall wellness.
This questionnaire is carefully reviewed with the patient and used to guide the Aviara Health Assessment. The assessment follows the same framework as the questionnaire, allowing us to align the symptoms patients report with the structural and functional findings we observe clinically.
This systematic process is a key part of what makes the Aviara Method™ unique. By connecting patient-reported experiences with objective clinical findings, we are able to uncover patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed and develop a more precise and personalized treatment strategy.
The insights gathered through this process guide the creation of your individualized BioArchitectural Blueprint™, which integrates airway health, structural balance, lifestyle optimization, and emotional wellbeing to restore long-term health and stability.
1- Aviara Health Assessment
2- Division-Specific Evaluation
3- Advanced Diagnostics
4- BioArchitectural Blueprint™ Creation
5- Integrated Treatment Plan Phase
6- Long-Term Stabilization & Maintenance
Every patient begins with a comprehensive Aviara Health Assessment, guided by the information gathered from the Aviara Health Questionnaire.
During this evaluation we assess:
• airway health and breathing patterns
• tongue posture and oral function
• jaw development, alignment, and range of motion
• craniofacial structure and bite stability
• cranio-cervical posture and musculoskeletal balance
• sleep quality and breathing habits
• lifestyle factors affecting inflammation and healing
• emotional and nervous system regulation
Because airway function influences jaw development, posture, sleep quality, and nervous system balance, identifying these relationships allows us to address the underlying causes of many chronic health concerns.
Once the comprehensive insights are gathered from the Aviara Health Questionnaire and Aviara Health Assessment by the patient navigator, the patient will be evaluated by a division specific provider based on the patient’s primary concern.
When needed, advanced diagnostics may include:
• 3D CBCT imaging
• digital scans & images
• posture and breathing analysis
• sleep screening or testing
• functional laboratory testing
Based on the patient’s questionnaire, assessment and evaluation(s), we develop a personalized BioArchitectural Blueprint™ integrating airway health, structural alignment, lifestyle optimization, and emotional wellbeing.
Treatment is delivered through an interdisciplinary approach that may integrate therapies from multiple Aviara divisions.
Once foundational health and function have been restored, our focus shifts to long-term stability and continued optimization. This phase is designed to maintain results, support ongoing adaptation, and prevent regression as the body continues to evolve. Because true health is dynamic, this phase ensures that improvements are not only achieved, but sustained for the long term.
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At Aviara Centers, our integrative team of professionals work together to find the root causes of your concerns and create individualized solutions for optimal airway health which is essential for whole body wellness and beautiful smiles!
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Airway health can influence facial development, bite patterns, clenching, grinding, and the long-term stability of dental work. When airway issues are ignored, cosmetic restorations may not hold up as well over time. A healthier foundation helps support a more lasting result.
Yes. The bite affects how the teeth come together, how the jaw functions, and how forces are distributed across the smile. When the bite is unstable, it can contribute to tooth wear, TMJ strain, discomfort, and aesthetic issues over time.
A Smile + Airway Evaluation looks at the appearance of the teeth as well as the function behind them. This may include assessing the bite, airway, facial balance, wear patterns, jaw function, and overall smile goals. The purpose is to create a plan that supports both beauty and long-term health.
Not always. Some patients benefit from veneers or other restorations, while others may need orthodontic, bite, airway, or TMJ support first. The best treatment depends on the underlying cause of the concern, not just what is visible on the surface.
Long-term results come from building beauty on a stable functional foundation. By integrating airway health, bite support, facial balance, and restorative care, Aviara Smile™ is designed to help smiles look natural, feel comfortable, and last well over time.
Aviara Smile™ looks beyond the appearance of the teeth alone. It considers airway health, bite balance, jaw function, facial harmony, and long-term stability so the final result is not just beautiful, but also supportive of overall health and function.
Visit Aviara Aesthetic in Beverly Hills to learn how airway aesthetic dentistry, regenerative aesthetic medicine, and integrative treatment planning come together in one elevated patient experience. If you’re looking for a more comprehensive and refined approach to aesthetics, this is where to start
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Aviara is Dr. Katherine Ahn Wallace’s vision. It has been her lifelong aspiration to create an interdisciplinary center that leads the way in comprehensive sleep, TMJ, orthodontic, and whole-body wellness. She has stayed at the forefront of dentistry by learning about the relationship these aspects play in her patients’ lives. Dr. Ahn routinely completes mini-residencies and advanced comprehensive programs annually to ensure her patients always receive the best care—and smiles—possible. Her particular focus is on jaw development and healthy airway support starting proper development as early as possible, because she believes that guiding young smiles helps achieve the happiest and brightest outcomes.
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