Most orthodontic treatment starts after the adult teeth have come through and the jaw has mostly finished growing. At that point, the focus is on moving teeth into position after the problem has already developed. Myobrace takes a different approach. It works with your child's natural growth to guide development early, rather than correcting a finished result later.
How Myobrace Works
Myobrace uses a series of removable oral appliances that look similar to a mouthguard. Your child wears the appliance for one to two hours during the day and overnight. Your child does not need to wear it at school or during meals.
Your child will also follow a series of simple breathing and tongue exercises known as myofunctional activities. These help correct habits like mouth breathing, incorrect tongue posture and improper swallowing patterns that can influence jaw and teeth development over time.
Your dentist typically reviews progress every six to eight weeks and may adjust or progress the appliance as your child grows. The best results usually come from starting between ages five and ten, while the jaw still has enough growth left for the guidance to work.
What Makes This Approach Different
Traditional braces and aligners straighten teeth after growth is complete. Myobrace is not a replacement for orthodontics. It is an earlier intervention that may reduce treatment complexity later or, in some cases, reduce the need for braces altogether.
Every child develops differently, and not all children will be suitable candidates. Your dentist can assess your child's growth patterns and habits to determine whether Myobrace treatment may be a helpful option.
Myobrace Treatment in Highgate Hill
If you have noticed your child breathing through their mouth, snoring or showing early signs of crowding, it may be worth talking with the team at Be Well Dental in Highgate Hill about Myobrace. Early assessment gives you more options, not fewer, and we are here to help.