Many years ago, we didn’t fully understand the important role oral function and airway development play in breathing, sleep, and overall health. Today, we know more — and while we advocate for early intervention so future generations can benefit from this knowledge; we also recognize the many adults who grew up without these opportunities. For those experiencing sleep-disordered breathing, sleep apnea, TMD, headaches, broken teeth, or other related concerns, it’s not too late to connect the pieces. The LINK Model brings together the relationship between oral function, breathing, and whole-body health to help adults better understand the connections that may have been overlooked for years.