What sequence for airway issues, incorrect resting postures of the tongue and open bite?
Sunday, 15 December 2019
Q: What do you feel is the best sequence to approach a client with airway issues, an incorrect resting posture of the tongue, and an open bite? A: The sequence is to identify and resolve the airway issues first and to establish and stabilize an appropriate tongue rest posture. Following that, orthodontic treatment should be
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Can retracting anterior teeth help close down an ant open bite?
Sunday, 15 September 2019
Q: Can retracting anterior teeth help close down an ant open bite? A: Dr. Mason answers The orthodontic mechanics used to close down the open bite is a variable to be considered. Retracting anterior teeth can help to close down an anterior open bite, but orthodontic extrusion of upper incisors, or lower incisors, or both,
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Using Unplugging The Thumb to stop sucking habit
Friday, 30 October 2015
Mom says she has tried everything and nothing has worked. It is also interesting to note that this same child has significant weakness of the tongue.
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Why do orthodontists use tongue guards
Saturday, 01 March 2014
I will be speaking to a group of orthodontists, some of whom refer to me. I know our position on rakes, cribs, etc. I looked in the literature and could not find any articles to tell me why orthodontists use these. Is it because they believe it is the best way to close the bite? Do they feel it is a more convenient and easy way to address open bites? Why do they opt for this? Is it based on research and training?
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Tongue sucking habit
Thursday, 10 May 2012
The boy only sucks his tongue at night per mom. He had his adenoids out at 3 and sucked a pacifier until 2. He doesn't suck anything besides his tongue now and does not use a sippy cup. He does have an open bite though. Do you have any experience with this or could you give me any pointers?
When Sockie falls off
Thursday, 16 February 2012
After watching the CD, my son decided to quit. He wore the Sockie to bed, but it either fell off during the night or he removed it in his sleep. After a few nights, he said Sockie was gone. He must have thrown it away. The dentist told him that he is going to put a rake into his mouth in two weeks if he doesn’t stop sucking his thumb.
UTT open bite how long to wait for tx
Thursday, 01 September 2011
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Space for tongue posteriorly
Monday, 16 May 2011
...her tongue in the back continues to cover her molars when she is suctioning up. She has worked hard and does all of the exercises well.