I had braces, rubber bands, and springs to fix my overbite. However, my jaw has always been recessed, and I’ve always had a really small mouth. I was wondering if I am a good candidate for the DNA appliance and if it could help me fix my jawline.
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August 17, 2019
Answer: DNA Appliance and Epigenetic Orthodontics / Orthopedics is ideal for you.
Myobrace may help but the best choices are ALF and the mRNA Version of the DNA Appliance.
I would definitively start with a DNA Appliance (mRNA) version as it will most reliably grow the maxilla and develop the mandible. I might consider shifting to the ALF in the future due to smaller si...
BOTH ARE EXCELLENT FUNCTIONAL APPLIANCES. I utilize DNA Appliance and Epigenetic orthopedics and Alf but the DNA Appliance is my preferred treatment due to predictable results. I did hve one patient who did not experience growth but she wore the appliance only half of ideal time daily.
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The facial asymmetry will respond well to the DNA Appliance. If the Cant does not correct I would suggest than doing cranial work (chirodontics) and be sure to work with a neuromuscular dentist. A simple cant can sometimes be almost magically corrected by a combination of neuromuscular di...