Myobrace uses removable mouth appliances, mainly for growing children. It is an early treatment option that may be considered before braces. Treatment looks at how the teeth develop and at habits such as tongue position, swallowing, lip posture and breathing.
At Texan Smile Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Sneha Xavier can check your child’s teeth, bite and oral habits. She can then discuss whether Myobrace or another approach may suit your child.
Call 832-271-8280 or schedule an evaluation online.
What Is Myobrace?
Myobrace uses a series of removable mouth appliances. It is mainly designed for children whose teeth and jaws are still growing.
The plan depends on your child’s needs. It may focus on where the tongue rests, how the child swallows and whether the lips close comfortably. The dentist also checks how the teeth and jaws develop as adult teeth come in.
The appliance is only one part of care. Your child needs to use it as directed, do any prescribed exercises and attend follow-up visits.
What Concerns May Myobrace Address?
Depending on the child’s development and examination findings, Myobrace may be considered when there are concerns involving:
- Early tooth crowding or developing alignment problems.
- Low or forward tongue posture.
- Abnormal swallowing patterns.
- Difficulty maintaining a comfortable lip seal.
- Oral habits that may influence developing teeth and jaws.
- Selected bite or arch-development concerns.
Myobrace is not appropriate for every orthodontic problem, and treatment does not guarantee that braces or clear aligners will never be needed later.
Myobrace and Mouth Breathing
The dentist may ask about breathing during a Myobrace visit. Frequent mouth breathing can affect how a child holds the tongue and lips.
If your child often breathes through the mouth or struggles to breathe through the nose, a medical check may be needed. Causes can include a blocked nose, allergies or enlarged tonsils. Dental treatment does not replace a medical assessment of these concerns.
Dr. Xavier may suggest a visit with your child’s doctor or an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist.
Who May Be a Candidate for Myobrace?
Myobrace is generally considered during childhood while the teeth, jaws and facial structures are still developing.
An evaluation may consider:
- The position and eruption of the teeth.
- The child’s bite and jaw relationship.
- Tongue resting posture.
- Swallowing pattern.
- Lip posture.
- Breathing habits.
- Available space for developing permanent teeth.
- The child’s ability to consistently follow treatment instructions.
Some children may benefit from Myobrace treatment, while others may need monitoring, conventional orthodontic treatment or referral to an orthodontist.
How Myobrace Treatment Works
The exact treatment plan varies by child, but Myobrace treatment may include:
- Evaluation. Dr. Xavier evaluates the teeth, bite, oral habits and development.
- Treatment planning. Findings are reviewed and Myobrace or other treatment options are discussed.
- Appliance use. Instructions are provided for how and when the appliance should be worn.
- Myofunctional activities. Exercises involving the tongue, lips, swallowing or breathing habits may be incorporated when appropriate.
- Progress visits. Development, appliance fit and treatment progress are monitored.
- Reevaluation. As permanent teeth erupt and the child grows, the treatment plan may need to change.
Successful treatment requires consistent participation by both the child and parent or caregiver.
How Often Is Myobrace Worn?
Myobrace treatment generally involves regular daytime appliance use as well as overnight wear. The exact schedule should follow the appliance and treatment plan prescribed for the individual child.
Consistent wear is important. If the appliance is not worn as directed, treatment may not progress as expected.
Myobrace vs. Invisalign
Myobrace and Invisalign are different treatment approaches and are not simply interchangeable versions of the same appliance.
Myobrace
Myobrace is primarily an early or pre-orthodontic approach for growing children. Treatment may address oral habits and developing tooth and jaw relationships in addition to alignment.
Invisalign
Invisalign uses a series of custom clear aligners designed to move teeth toward planned positions. It may be used for selected teenagers and adults as well as other appropriate patients.
Learn more about Invisalign in Sugar Land.
Can Myobrace Eliminate the Need for Braces?
Not necessarily. Early treatment may help address certain developing problems, but Myobrace cannot guarantee that a child will never need braces, clear aligners or another orthodontic treatment.
The need for future orthodontic treatment depends on growth, tooth eruption, treatment response, genetics, bite development and other individual factors.
Is Myobrace for Adults?
The Myobrace system is primarily designed around treatment during childhood growth and development. Adult orthodontic concerns often require a different treatment approach.
If you are an adult interested in improving tooth alignment, Dr. Xavier can evaluate your goals and discuss whether clear aligners or another treatment may be more appropriate.
Myobrace Evaluation with Dr. Sneha Xavier
Dr. Sneha Xavier provides family dental care at Texan Smile Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Sugar Land and can evaluate developing orthodontic and oral-habit concerns.
After examining your child’s teeth, bite and oral development, Dr. Xavier can discuss whether Myobrace treatment, monitoring or referral for orthodontic evaluation may be appropriate.
Learn more about Dr. Sneha Xavier.
Myobrace Cost, Insurance & Payment Options
The cost of Myobrace treatment depends on the treatment plan, appliances required, number of visits and individual clinical needs.
Dental or orthodontic insurance benefits vary by plan. Our team can review available benefit information and help estimate your expected patient portion.
Learn more about dental insurance and payment and financing options at Texan Smile.
Myobrace FAQs
What age is best for Myobrace?
Myobrace is primarily used during childhood while the teeth and jaws are developing. The appropriate age to begin depends on the child’s dental development, oral habits and clinical findings rather than age alone.
Can Myobrace straighten teeth?
Myobrace appliances may influence developing tooth position and arch form in selected children, but treatment results vary and the system does not replace all forms of orthodontic treatment.
Does Myobrace help with mouth breathing?
Breathing habits may be addressed as part of Myobrace treatment, but persistent mouth breathing or difficulty breathing through the nose should also be evaluated for possible medical causes when appropriate.
Will my child still need braces?
Possibly. Some children may still need braces, clear aligners or other orthodontic treatment as permanent teeth erupt and the bite develops.
Is Myobrace the same as Invisalign?
No. Myobrace is primarily an early habit-focused and pre-orthodontic system for growing children, while Invisalign uses custom clear aligners to move teeth according to an orthodontic treatment plan.
Wondering Whether Myobrace Is Right for Your Child?
Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Sneha Xavier to discuss your child’s teeth, bite, oral habits and treatment options.
Texan Smile Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
4821 LJ Parkway, Suite 30
Sugar Land, TX 77479
832-271-8280
Reviewed by Dr. Sneha Xavier, DMD – Family & Cosmetic Dentist in Sugar Land, TX.
Dental Disclaimer: This page provides general educational information about Myobrace and early orthodontic treatment. Candidacy, appliance selection, treatment duration and results vary by patient. Myobrace treatment does not guarantee that future braces, clear aligners or other orthodontic treatment will not be required. Persistent breathing problems may require evaluation by an appropriate medical professional.