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Ep. 65, Seeing the Light! Red Light and Other Therapies in Sleep/Airway & TMD Health, Dr. Kip Covington
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- Dec 1, 2025
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🎙️ PODCAST DESCRIPTION In this episode, Drs. Stacy and Michelle sit down with Dr. Kip Covington, a dentist whose expertise in sleep and TMJD care is matched only by his passion for helping patients navigate a confusing, often overwhelming treatment landscape. Together, they dive into why so many patients feel lost when seeking help for chronic jaw pain, sleep-related issues, and facial discomfort—and how dentistry can fill the gap by offering clear, evidence-based options. Dr. Covington breaks down the limitations of traditional TMJD management, the power of diagnosing the true source of pain, and the growing role of conservative therapies such as red light therapy, physical therapy, and splint-based force control. From orthobiologics like PRF to the underdiagnosed world of temporal tendonitis, the conversation highlights how targeted diagnosis can spare patients unnecessary surgery and years of misdirected treatment. They also explore the broader picture—nutrition, gut health, inflammation, collaborative care, and the role dentists should play in systemic wellness. It’s an honest, educational, and deeply relatable discussion you won’t want to miss. GET YOUR DISCOUNTED RED VIVE LASER HERE! ENTER CODE FOR 40% OFF!: KIP79853 Dr Kip Covington's IG Dr. Kip Covington's FB Dr. Kip Covington's TikTok ⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS 02:04 – Why patients struggle to find accurate TMD information 05:10 – Philosophies & modalities: why understanding options matters 08:22 – Red light therapy as a conservative TMD treatment 12:15 – Diagnosing the root cause before treating the symptoms 15:48 – Orthobiologics (PRF) vs. steroids for joint pain 20:05 – Splints: controlling joint forces for long-term stability 24:10 – Temporal tendonitis & cases of misdiagnosed ear/occipital pain 28:46 – P…