Functional Jaw Orthopedics is, as described by Dr. Sarkissian DDS, “an approach to orthodontics originating decades ago in Europe. More and more general orthodontists in the United States have embraced this philosophy and are very successful in the early treatment of children, following functional orthopedic principles.

Removable or fixed appliances are used to address malocclusions which have a skeletal basis. Newer materials and designs, along with the latest research in jaw orthopedics, have opened up even more promising pathways to treat young children.

Light, consistent forces applied through fixed or removable orthopedic appliances will influence the growth of the developing facial and jaw bones in a young child, just when they have the potential for rapid change and growth. 90% of the facial skeletal growth occurs before the age of 8. Boys keep growing until the age of 18, whereas girls grow until age 15. However, growth continues in various forms until the age of 30, and bone remodeling never ceases, being responsible for lifelong alterations of the facial and jawbones due to functional influences.”

Early treatment in a growing child using functional orthopedics and jaw expansion helps in:

  1. Non-extraction orthodontics: creating the foundation for all the teeth to fit comfortably without resorting to extractions later on.
  2. creating a convex, attractive profile with proper lip support.
  3. A broad, attractive and spectacular smile.
  4. Proper space for the tongue.
  5. Less chance for relapse.”

References:

[1] http://www.sarkissiandds.com/articles/1007.html, Dr. Sarkissian DDS

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