Myobrace – Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Myobrace Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy in Redding, CA

We are a Myobrace / Vivos-Integrated provider treating kids between the ages of 3 and 13 years old, to help them with the development of their jaw and airway to prevent a number of conditions that can occur if left untreated.  If started early, in many cases braces will not be needed to straighten the teeth at the end.

What is Myobrace?

Myobrace is a removable appliance used in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT).  The Myobrace treatment process focuses on correcting abnormal growth and development of the jaws, face and airways.  Phase 1 of the process begins with treating children in the 3-6 year old range who have Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs).  We then move onto phase 2 which expands to using a different appliance to continue the treatment process.  After all of the teeth are in place and the jaws are developed properly, phase 3 of the process then focuses on the teeth and occlusion.

What is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT)?

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is used to treat various Oral Myofunctional Disorders which are conditions that exert pressures against oral structures that lead to the disruption of normal muscle patterns, thus negatively impacting growth and development of head and neck. The OMT involves a series of exercises used to re-pattern and optimize oral and facial functions. It is a neuromuscular re-education of the muscles involved in swallowing, chewing and mandibular posture using specific exercises targeting certain muscle groups. OMT uses behavior modification by introducing and habituating static and dynamic coordinated patterns that promote stable and correct oral postures.

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    Common Oral Myfunctional Disorders Include:

    • Damaging oral habits (thumbsucking, nail biting)
    • Lack of proper lip seal when jaw is at rest
    • Chronic mouth breathing
    • Forward tongue and head posture
    • Increased vertical freeway space
    • Aberrant swallowing patterns (tongue thrusts) and tongue-ties.

    Sleep Related Breathing Disorders

     

     

    Developmental Approach to OSA

     

    OMDs Have Been Associated With Various Disorders Including:

    • Sleep Disordered Breathing/Sleep Apnea
    • Cranio-mandibular Malalignment and Cranial Distortions
    • Malocclusions and altered dental development
    • Periodontal disease
    • Speech problems
    • GERD
    • Bruxism
    • Orthodontic relapse

    The Treatment Is Divided Into 4 Phases:

    1. Pre-Treatment (elimination of noxious oral habits)
    2. Intensive Phase (weekly appointments for eight weeks) during which time the therapist and patient work on muscle activation, lips together at rest, palatal tongue rest position, chewing and swallowing of food and liquids, coordinating and patterning orofacial muscles to attain proper function. This reinforces any habit elimination.
    3. Generalization Phase (appointments are once every 2-3 weeks for approximately 2-4 months). Exercises are tailored to maintain a new pattern of swallowing, integrate awareness into activities day and night regarding oral rest posture, and habits are observed.
    4. Habituation Phase (therapist monitors patient with monthly evaluations and exercises until treatment program is complete, approximately one year). Follow-up as needed.

    Epigenetic Orthodontics: Uses a person’s natural genes to correct and straighten the jaws, teeth, soft tissues and functional spaces, painlessly, using biomimetic appliances.

    Biomimetics (Biomimicry):  A science that studies natural models and then uses these designs and processes to solve human problems.

    If you’re looking for an exceptional dentist in Redding, CA and would like to know more about the dental services we provide or our DenVantage Membership Plan, give us a call at (530) 241-4134 or fill out our appointment request form and one of our teammates will contact you.