Orthodontic appliances are used for children (and also for adults) in particular to improve the position of the mandible and to promote coordination during growth.
In traditional orthodontics these measures are not taken usually until all permanent teeth have grown through. In the case of crowded teeth even healthy teeth will be extracted. However, in holistic dentistry children of primary school age or even preschoolers are treated with the aim of gently expanding the oral cavity by means of a loose appliance. This promotes growth and creates space for the permanent teeth and the unnecessary extraction of teeth can be avoided.
THE CRANIOMANDIBULAR SYSTEM IS CAPABLE OF AUTOADJUSTING
Traditional orthodontic appliances move the teeth by exerting a certain external force. On the contrary, holistic orthodontics works with functional appliances such as the Bionator, an elastic appliance with a tongue and a lip guard and other activators, which stimulate muscle movements and encourage the teeth to readjust their position. These devices allow for optimal positioning, harmonise the occlusion and adjust both jaws. This way the craniomandibular system is trained and brought into line.
THE CRANIOMANDIBULAR SYSTEM IS CAPABLE OF AUTOADJUSTING
Traditional orthodontic appliances move the teeth by exerting a certain external force. On the contrary, holistic orthodontics works with functional appliances such as the Bionator, an elastic appliance with a tongue and a lip guard and other activators, which stimulate muscle movements and encourage the teeth to readjust their position. These devices allow for optimal positioning, harmonise the occlusion and adjust both jaws. This way the craniomandibular system is trained and brought into line.
THE BIONATOR: GYMNASTICS FOR THE MOUTH
This delicate appliance lies loosely in the mouth. The Bionator does not exert any force on the teeth; however it transforms all the motions that occur in the oral cavity. Without any fixation the Bionator provides a link between upper and lower jaws and is responsible for generating a number of stimuli that lead to motion and contact between the muscles, tendons and roots of the teeth. Through this new series of motions within the oral cavity, which is often too narrow, a permanent expansion is achieved and the alignment of the teeth and bite is readjusted.
BIOGNATHOR (BIOGNATHE ORTHESE)
The Biognathor is an advanced development of the Bionator. Its shape is much simpler, it has no tongue guard and its lip guard is removable and it is barely seen from the outside nor does it have audible effects on the speech. This makes it easier for the child to wear the appliance during the day without any inconvenience. It greatly increases the success of treatments for pain and cracking of the jaws in children, who grind their teeth or clench their jaws. The Padovan treatment is recommended as an additional and sometimes necessary method to train the chewing, swallowing and breathing motions.
ADDITIONAL THERAPIES TO ENSURE LASTING RESULTS
To guarantee lasting results from the orthodontic devices, it may be necessary to include complementary holistic treatments may be necessary. These include, for example, myofunctional therapy and oral-motor exercises in accordance with the Padovan method. Thanks to this method, malfunctions and undesirable habits of the mouth and facial area such as breathing through the mouth, difficulties swallowing and speech dysfunction, can all be overcome. These therapies encourage the restoration of the balance in the facial area.
Craniosacral therapy, osteopathy and other manual techniques can also contribute to overcoming blockages and to restoring the flexibility in all the joints. A complementary homeopathic treatment can enhance the growth and the development of the child and ensure the proper physical, mental and psychological development of our young patients. In addition the lymphatic therapy, speech, respiratory and voice therapy as well as orthopedics, physiotherapy and dietary control may also form part of a holistic treatment. This is why in our clinic we work hand in hand with specialists of other medical fields and if necessary, we integrate them into our therapeutic concept.
This delicate appliance lies loosely in the mouth. The Bionator does not exert any force on the teeth; however it transforms all the motions that occur in the oral cavity. Without any fixation the Bionator provides a link between upper and lower jaws and is responsible for generating a number of stimuli that lead to motion and contact between the muscles, tendons and roots of the teeth. Through this new series of motions within the oral cavity, which is often too narrow, a permanent expansion is achieved and the alignment of the teeth and bite is readjusted.
BIOGNATHOR (BIOGNATHE ORTHESE)
The Biognathor is an advanced development of the Bionator. Its shape is much simpler, it has no tongue guard and its lip guard is removable and it is barely seen from the outside nor does it have audible effects on the speech. This makes it easier for the child to wear the appliance during the day without any inconvenience. It greatly increases the success of treatments for pain and cracking of the jaws in children, who grind their teeth or clench their jaws. The Padovan treatment is recommended as an additional and sometimes necessary method to train the chewing, swallowing and breathing motions.
ADDITIONAL THERAPIES TO ENSURE LASTING RESULTS
To guarantee lasting results from the orthodontic devices, it may be necessary to include complementary holistic treatments may be necessary. These include, for example, myofunctional therapy and oral-motor exercises in accordance with the Padovan method. Thanks to this method, malfunctions and undesirable habits of the mouth and facial area such as breathing through the mouth, difficulties swallowing and speech dysfunction, can all be overcome. These therapies encourage the restoration of the balance in the facial area.
Craniosacral therapy, osteopathy and other manual techniques can also contribute to overcoming blockages and to restoring the flexibility in all the joints. A complementary homeopathic treatment can enhance the growth and the development of the child and ensure the proper physical, mental and psychological development of our young patients. In addition the lymphatic therapy, speech, respiratory and voice therapy as well as orthopedics, physiotherapy and dietary control may also form part of a holistic treatment. This is why in our clinic we work hand in hand with specialists of other medical fields and if necessary, we integrate them into our therapeutic concept.