Can I ask for a habit breaking appliance from my orthodontist? I have tongue trust problem, mouth breathing.

There is a general resistance in the orthodontic community in Great Britain against orthopedics.  Dr John Mew is a recognized expert on orthotropics in London.  Twin Blocks or DNA Appliances are the correct approach.You have the right idea but your specialist may not agree. Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,AAPM, FICCMOChair, Alliance of TMD OrganizationsDiplomat, American Academy of Pain ManagementDiplomat, American Board of Dental Sleep MedicineRegent & Fellow, International College of CranioMandibular OrthopedicsBoard Eligible, American Academy of CranioFacial PainDental Section Editor, Sleep & Health JournalMember, American Equilibration SocietyMember, Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences

Hi shaz91,You our should have this conversation with your orthodontist next time you're in for an appointment. The retention of where the teeth end up will be dependent upon things like tongue thrusting and he or she can guide you on the best way to control these things. Mouth breathing and sleep apnea are linked to a lot of dental issues and a sleep study may be in order.Good luck!