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Orofacial Myofunctional Pre-Orthodontics helps develop the jaw by correcting how the muscles in the tongue, lips, and cheeks work.

 For children, Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy helps stop habits like sucking thumbs and breathing through the mouth. It also encourages the tongue to be in the right position for healthy jaw development. This can reduce the need for extensive orthodontic treatments and improve speech, swallowing, and chewing.

 Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy works together with orthodontic treatment by training the muscles in the face and mouth. This helps support changes in the structure and leads to lasting results.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy can help with problems
like improper tongue posture and function, mouth breathing, swallowing
difficulties, speech issues, teeth grinding (bruxism), and TMJ
(temporomandibular joint) problems.

The length of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy varies, often lasting several months to more than a year. It’s important to do regular exercises and have follow-up visits. For personalised advice or to schedule a consultation with our clinicians, please contact our clinic.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy helps fix muscle problems in the face and mouth. It can help with breathing, swallowing, speech, and jaw alignment.  

Both kids and adults with issues like tongue posture, mouth breathing, swallowing problems, speech difficulties, teeth grinding, or TMJ issues can benefit from Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.

It varies based on individual needs and condition complexity, and can last several months to over a year. Regular exercises and follow-up visits are important for progress

It helps with tongue posture, mouth breathing,
swallowing problems, speech difficulties, teeth grinding (bruxism), and TMJ
dysfunction, among other mouth and face muscle issues.

To start, schedule a consultation with our specialists. They will check your condition and create a personalized therapy plan for your needs and goals.

MyoMunchee is a dental device that helps with chewing exercises and improves oral muscle strength to support better breathing, swallowing, and overall oral health.

Myospots are small, dissolvable spots placed on the roof of the mouth to encourage proper tongue posture. They help improve oral muscle function, aiding in better breathing, swallowing, and speech.

Myobrace is an orthodontic device designed to correct poor oral habits, align teeth, and improve jaw development. It encourages proper tongue posture and breathing through the nose.

Children and adults with issues like improper tongue posture, mouth breathing, misaligned teeth, and other oral dysfunctions can benefit from these devices, promoting better oral health and function.

Consult with one of our clinicians to assess your specific oral health issues and recommend the appropriate device—MyoMunchee, Myospots, or Myobrace—to address your needs effectively.

Dentofacial Orthopaedics focuses on correcting skeletal and dental discrepancies in the jaw and facial structures, especially in growing children.

Individuals, mainly children and adolescents, with misaligned jaws, teeth, or facial asymmetry may benefit from dentofacial Orthopaedics.

Treatments include braces, headgear, expanders, and other appliances to guide proper jaw growth and tooth alignment.

Treatment duration varies but typically lasts between 12 to 24 months, depending on individual needs and growth patterns.

Some discomfort may occur initially as appliances are adjusted, but it is generally manageable and temporary.

Snoring is caused by the vibration of tissues in the throat due to partial airway obstruction during sleep.

Treatments include CPAP therapy, lifestyle changes, oral appliances, and surgery to maintain open airways during sleep.

Yes, weight loss, quitting smoking, and avoiding alcohol can reduce snoring and sleep apnea severity.

CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy uses a machine to keep airways open by delivering constant air pressure.

Yes, oral appliances can reposition the jaw and tongue to keep airways open, reducing snoring and sleep apnoea symptoms.

Clear Aligner Therapy uses transparent, removable trays to gradually straighten teeth without traditional braces.

Treatment duration varies, typically ranging from 6 to 18 months, depending on the complexity of the case.

Yes, clear aligners are generally more comfortable than traditional braces, with fewer mouth sores and irritation.

 No, aligners should be removed when eating or drinking anything other than water to prevent staining and damage.

Aligners should be worn 20-22 hours a day, only removed for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing.

TMJ disorder affects the jaw joint, causing pain, clicking, or limited movement.

Causes include injury, arthritis, teeth grinding, or jaw misalignment.Accordion Content

Treatments include pain relievers, physical therapy, oral splints, and in severe cases, surgery. Sovereign Dental offers the most advanced Multiwave laser treatment.

Yes, stress reduction, avoiding hard foods, and practicing jaw exercises can alleviate symptoms.

No, surgery is usually a last resort after other treatments have failed to provide relief.

Tongue tie and lip tie are conditions characterized by tight tissue that restricts the movement of the tongue or lip, leading to difficulties in feeding and speech.

Diagnosis is established through a physical examination conducted by a qualified healthcare professional, typically during infancy or early childhood.

Available treatments include the implementation of a frenectomy or frenuloplasty, which are both minor surgical procedures aimed at releasing constricting tissue. At Sovereign Dental, we have the waterlase laser, which is essentially a beam of light surrounded by jets of cool water. The laser “ablates” the restrictive tissues by targeting water molecules inside the cells and bursting them. The sensation of the laser will feel like pins and needles across the skin. After the procedure, the lip and tongue wounds can remain numb for 2-3 hours.

The procedure is generally brief and induces minimal discomfort, often alleviated by the administration of local anesthesia.

Recovery is typically rapid, with the majority of children able to resume normal activities within a few days post-procedure.

Narrow jaws can lead to misaligned teeth, causing bite issues and increasing the risk of dental problems.

Crooked teeth can cause difficulty in cleaning, leading to tooth decay, gum disease, and jaw strain.

 Yes, narrow jaws can contribute to breathing issues like sleep apnea due to reduced airway space.

Narrow jaws can affect facial symmetry, leading to aesthetic concerns and potential self-esteem issues.

Early treatment can prevent more severe issues, making future dental corrections easier and more effective.

Snoring can indicate partial airway obstruction, potentially leading to more serious conditions like sleep apnea.

Sleep apnea is a disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality.

Sleep apnea can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

 It can cause daytime fatigue, poor concentration, and mood swings, impacting overall quality of life.

Yes, untreated sleep apnea can lead to severe health complications and decreased life expectancy.

Mouth breathing can result in dry mouth, thereby increasing the susceptibility to tooth decay and gum disease.

Mouth breathing can lead to poor sleep quality, resulting in daytime fatigue and concentration issues.

Persistent mouth breathing in children can lead to facial and dental irregularities, including narrow jaws and misaligned teeth.

Indeed, it can elevate the risk of respiratory infections and exacerbate conditions such as asthma.

Nasal breathing serves to filter and humidify the air, thereby enhancing lung function and overall health.

It may indicate underlying conditions such as TMJ disorders, muscle strain, or arthritis.

   Typical symptoms include jaw clicking, headaches, neck stiffness, and facial pain.

It can lead to challenges in eating and speaking, as well as chronic discomfort.

Neglected pain may result in exacerbated symptoms, reduced quality of life, and sleep disturbances.

Early intervention can avert progression, deliver relief, and enhance overall function and well-being.

Feeding difficulties can lead to inadequate nutrition and growth issues.

Common signs include poor weight gain, prolonged feeding times, and fussiness during meals.

Health issues that can arise include developmental delays and weakened immunity due to poor nutrition resulting from feeding difficulties.

Feeding difficulties can impact both physical and cognitive development, leading to long-term health problems.

Early intervention is crucial as it ensures proper nutrition and supports healthy growth and development.

Tongue tie and lip tie can interfere with breastfeeding, speech, and oral hygiene.

Common symptoms include difficulty latching, poor weight gain, and speech delays.

Tongue tie and lip tie restrict tongue and lip movement, making breastfeeding challenging for infants.

 Yes, restricted tongue movement can lead to articulation problems and speech delays.

Seeking early treatment can improve feeding, speech, and overall oral function, preventing long-term issues.

Treatments include pain relievers, physical therapy, oral splints, and in severe cases, surgery. Sovereign Dental offers the most advanced Multiwave laser treatment.

Yes, stress reduction, avoiding hard foods, and practicing jaw exercises can alleviate symptoms.

No, surgery is usually a last resort after other treatments have failed to provide relief.

Tongue tie and lip tie are conditions characterized by tight tissue that restricts the movement of the tongue or lip, leading to difficulties in feeding and speech.

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Myofunctional therapy is a specialized program that helps correct the function of the muscles in the mouth and face.