Orthodontic treatment for
Orthodontic treatment for
The growth of the upper and lower jaws in children can be modified to a small extent to provide a harmonious facial profile. The treatment is typically combined with an outside (labial), or an inside (hidden/lingual) fixed appliance option. Successful jaw growth modification can be an alternative to jaw surgery in adulthood.
Young patients aged 10-13 years with a small lower jaw can wear a twin-block appliance for nine months, which modifies the growth of the lower jaw. This treatment can yield significant improvements in a child's facial profile, boosting their confidence.
Young patients aged 9-11 years with a small upper jaw may benefit from wearing a face mask at night. By increasing the size of the upper jaw, this treatment may prevent a patient from requiring jaw surgery to correct the bite of the front teeth.