Dentofacial Orthopedics

You may have noticed that our doctor specializes in “orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.” While most people have heard of orthodontics, many are confused by the dentofacial orthopedics part of the title. “Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics” is one of the nine specialties. Essentially, while orthodontics entails the management of tooth movement, dentofacial orthopedics involves the guidance of facial growth and development, which occurs largely during childhood.

Being skilled in both areas, our doctor is able to diagnose any misalignments in the teeth and jaw as well as the facial structure, and can devise a treatment plan that integrates both orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatments.

DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS

CORRECTING JAW GROWTH PROBLEMS IN YOUNGER GROWING PATIENTS

JAW GROWTH PROBLEMS

HERBST APPLIANCE: CLASS II JAW GROWTH CORRECTION

HIGH-PULL HEADGEAR: VERTICAL FACIAL GROWTH CORRECTION

PROTRACTION HEADGEAR: CLASS III JAW GROWTH CORRECTION

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