Absolutely! While brackets may be aligning the teeth into the correct position, they may not address the myofunctional habits. The MyoBrace® system can be worn over the brackets to help retrain the tongue, lips, and cheeks to achieve proper placement. MyoBrace® has been shown to accelerate orthodontic treatment and create a stable bite without the need for retainers!

The MyoBrace® system offers a gentler method for aligning teeth and repositioning jaws compared to traditional orthodontics. As the MyoBrace® works to retrain the muscles from their habitual position, you may experience mild soreness at first, but this discomfort typically fades with consistent use.

The duration of treatment is largely dependent on how frequently the appliance is used. We suggest wearing it for 1-2 hours each day, along with overnight use. We recommend that your child avoids wearing the aligner to school, but instead uses it at home during activities such as homework or while watching TV. The myofunctional exercises only take 2-5 minutes daily. On average, treatment lasts for 18 months.

Aligners should be thoroughly cleaned with non-abrasive toothpaste every day and can be cleaned with any over-the-counter retainer or denture cleaner at least once a week. Avoid chewing on your aligner, as this may cause damage. It is recommended to store your aligner in its case when not in use. Keep it away from pets, as it can make a great chew toy for them!