Myofunctional Orthodontics

At Dentistes REMA, we take pride in offering myofunctional orthodontic services, an innovative approach to addressing orthodontic issues and improving oral health in a holistic manner. Discover how it works, its benefits, and why it could be the solution you're looking for to achieve a healthy and harmonious smile for yourself or your child.

What is Myofunctional Orthodontics?

Myofunctional orthodontics focuses on correcting muscle and functional imbalances in the mouth, face, and jaw. Unlike traditional orthodontic treatments that primarily focus on teeth alignment, myofunctional orthodontics considers the entire oro-facial musculature and aims to restore harmony between muscles, bones, and teeth.

How Does Myofunctional Orthodontics Work?

Myofunctional orthodontics employs a comprehensive approach to treat orthodontic problems. Through a series of uniquely designed oral appliances, such as those from the HealthyStart® system, it is possible to:

  1. Strengthen the muscles of the tongue, cheeks, and lips to correct bad habits (harmful sucking, lingual dysfunctions, and others) and promote optimal dental alignment.
  2. Address non-functional sucking habits such as thumb sucking, prolonged pacifier use, or mouth breathing, which can contribute to orthodontic issues.
  3. Reposition teeth, correct muscle imbalances, and reduce conditions related to sleep-disordered breathing.

What is Sleep-Disordered Breathing?

Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is a comprehensive term referring to breathing difficulties, ranging from simple snoring to severe obstruction of the airways during sleep. When breathing is disrupted, the body recognizes the disruption as if you are choking, thereby slowing heart rate, increasing blood pressure, awakening the brain, and ultimately disrupting sleep.

Nine out of ten children suffer from one or more symptoms related to sleep-disordered breathing.

Symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing include:

  • ADD/ADHD
  • Bedwetting
  • Chronic allergies
  • Asthma
  • Mouth breathing
  • Snoring
  • Swollen tonsils/adenoids
  • Frequent headaches
  • Teeth grinding
  • Frequent awakenings
  • Excessive sweating during sleep
  • Restless sleep
  • Nightmares
  • Irritability/aggressive behavior
  • Difficulty in academic subjects such as math, science, and spelling
  • Slowed growth
  • Daytime sleepiness
  • Dark circles under the eyes

Myofunctional orthodontic appliances, such as those from HealthyStart®, address these symptoms by promoting proper jaw and airway growth and development to optimize airflow while guiding teeth into proper alignment.

What are the Benefits of Myofunctional Orthodontics?

  • Correction of Underlying Issues: By addressing the underlying causes of orthodontic problems, myofunctional orthodontics offers lasting results and promotes better long-term oral health. It fosters proper positioning of permanent teeth, corrects tongue positioning, and eliminates oral habits such as thumb sucking.
  • Non-Invasive Approach: Unlike orthognathic surgery or tooth extraction, myofunctional orthodontics is non-invasive and may be a preferable option for some patients.
  • Improvement in Function: By restoring muscular and functional harmony in the mouth, myofunctional orthodontics can improve breathing, swallowing, and speech.
  • Early Intervention and Long-lasting Results: Early treatment, possible from the age of 2, promotes healthy breathing, better sleep quality, stabilization of erupting teeth, and long-term sustainable results.

Why Choose Dentistes REMA for Your Myofunctional Orthodontic Treatment?

At Dentistes REMA, we are committed to providing personalized care and using the latest technologies and techniques to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how myofunctional orthodontics can transform your smile and oral health.