Episode 39: The Dentist Surgeon Who’s Changing Sleep Apnea Treatment in Florida

<p>Most people think dentists just fix teeth.</p><p>But what if your dentist could actually help you <strong>sleep better, breathe better, and live longer?</strong></p><p>In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 we sit down with <strong>Dr. Shaunda Kelly</strong>, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and founder of <strong>Surgical &amp; Sleep Solutions</strong> in Orange City, Florida.</p><p>Dr. Kelly shares how her practice goes far beyond traditional dentistry—offering advanced solutions for <strong>sleep apnea, dental implants, full-mouth reconstruction, and overall health.</strong></p><p>We dive into:</p><ul><li><p>What sleep apnea actually is (and why it’s more dangerous than you think)</p></li><li><p>Alternatives to CPAP machines that most people don’t know about</p></li><li><p>How oral health directly impacts your <strong>heart, brain, and overall wellness</strong></p></li><li><p>The journey from surgeon and professor to <strong>entrepreneur and practice owner</strong></p></li><li><p>What it takes to rebuild a business after a major setback (like a hurricane)</p></li><li><p>Why prevention is the most important part of healthcare</p></li></ul><p>If you (or someone you love) struggles with sleep, fatigue, or dental health—this episode could open your eyes to solutions you didn’t know existed.</p><p>📍Filmed at 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁’𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮, featuring local experts making a real impact in our community.</p><p>🦷 Surgical &amp; Sleep Solutions📍 400 Treemont Drive, Orange City, FL📞 (386) 837-1236📧 info@surgicalandsleep.com</p><p>🎬 Produced by:<a href="https://paper-jacket.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://paper-jacket.com</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀</p><p>00:00 – Why Sleep Apnea Is a Bigger Problem Than You Think</p><p>00:30 – Meet Dr. Shonda Kelly</p><p>01:30 – What an Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgeon Actually Does</p><p>03:00 – The Link Between Sleep, Oxygen, and Overall Health</p><p>05:00 – Why CPAP Machines Don’t Work for Everyone</p><p>06:30 – Alternative Sleep Apnea Treatments Explained</p><p>08:30 – How Dentistry Impacts Your Entire Body</p><p>10:00 – From Professor to Practice Owner</p><p>12:00 – Why Dr. Kelly Chose Orange City</p><p>13:30 – The Reality of Starting a Business in Healthcare</p><p>15:00 – Rebuilding After a Hurricane</p><p>16:30 – The Power of Community Support</p><p>18:00 – Preventative Care vs Reactive Healthcare</p><p>19:30 – When You Should See a Specialist</p><p>21:00 – How to Contact Dr. Kelly</p>