Dentofacial Orthopedics

As Children turn 7 years certain facial features start showing. For example, increased or decreased lower jaw growth. These can be treated easily if detected at an age around 7-12 years. After that children growth tends to slow down and correction will be more difficult.

Different treatment options are Twin block appliance, Headgear, Facemask (reverse pull headgear), etc. Habits like Mouth breathing, thumb sucking and tongue thrusting can also be treated by Habit breaking appliances.

It can be easily worn by children and the results are tremendous if done at the right age.