Orthotropics can help improve oral posture for young patients in the Calgary area

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Biobloc Orthotropics is a unique approach to the facial growth process. It is based on the idea that facial growth is directed and changed by posture. By improving posture, and particularly oral rest posture, patients can have more favorable facial growth and open airways.

Facial posture can be affected by a number of variables from an early age. Things such as breastfeeding, allergies, and nutrition all impact posture. This is where Biobloc Orthotropics comes in. It works by stabilizing facial growth and position of the teeth to undo structural damage and eventually have a normal oral posture.

Perhaps you’ve seen a child that appears to have their upper front teeth “sticking out.” This often occurs when child breaths through their mouth rather than their nose. As a result the upper and lower jaw do not grow forward properly. Instead they begin to move down and back, making the teeth appear as though they protrude from the face. In truth they don’t protrude forward but the lower jaw positions low and the upper jaw is trying to catch up! This is a problem that can be addressed with Biobloc Orthotropics.

To correct this, the teeth need to be brought upward and outward. The jaw will also need to be widened to allow the tongue to rest up against the roof of the mouth. The child is then taught how to keep the teeth and lips together at rest while also keeping the tongue against the roof of the mouth. This helps gradually move the lower jaw to the correct forward position.

Orthotropics works by promoting favourable growth forward. This allows a more balanced facial profile and a more open airway space.

The Biobloc is an appliance that helps guide the jaw into correct position. Biobloc Orthotropic treatment works in conjunction with the child’s natural facial muscles which will learn to hold the jaw in the right position. While the treatment can be very successful, it requires a skilled, trained dentist who can educate the child and family to make the treatment work properly.

Drs. Redd and Robertson have years of experience and are committed to correcting oral posture and bite through the use of Biobloc Orthotropics for our patients in the Calgary area. To learn more, call us today to schedule a consultation.