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- Removable appliance for selected children
- Teeth, bite and oral habits assessed
- Regular progress reviews
Myofunctional Braces
Assessment-led myofunctional brace care for selected growing children, with suitability based on their teeth, bite, oral habits and stage of development.
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About the treatment
A removable brace with a clear home routine
A myofunctional brace is a removable appliance that sits over the teeth. For selected growing children, it may form part of an orthodontic plan that also includes simple exercises, habit support and regular reviews.
It is not a substitute for a full assessment of your child's teeth, bite and stage of development. We will explain the role it may play, the routine it requires at home and whether monitoring, fixed braces, aligners or another option may be more appropriate.
A removable approach
Habit support
A plan around development
Assessment-led care
What we assess and what happens next
An assessment may be helpful if your child regularly breathes through their mouth, rests with their lips apart, pushes their tongue forwards when swallowing, has an ongoing thumb or finger habit, or is developing crowding or a bite concern. These signs do not automatically mean that a myofunctional brace is suitable.
Dr Adam Carstairs, Orthodontic Dentist (GDC No. 75063), will assess your child's teeth, bite, oral habits and stage of growth before explaining the options. Persistent mouth breathing, snoring or sleep concerns can have causes that a dental appliance cannot treat, so medical or ENT assessment may also be recommended.
Assessment and planning
A personalised routine
Fitting and support
Review and reassessment
Personal, assessment-led care
"Myofunctional braces aren't right for every child, and I will always say so. When the timing and habits line up, they can be a very gentle way to guide growth."
Dr Adam Carstairs (GDC 75063)
A considered treatment pathway
How we approach myofunctional braces
Care begins with an assessment, followed by a clear discussion of suitable options, limitations and next steps.
Assessment and planning
A personalised routine
Fitting and support
Review and reassessment
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What our patients say
Patient experiences of the calm, personal care provided by the team at Danbury Dental Care.
Leah F.
"I couldn't be happier with the care I've received at Danbury Dental Care. It's the first dental practice where I genuinely feel valued as a person, not just a number."
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"I was so worried that I almost cancelled my appointment. I'm so glad I didn't. They are perfect."
Myofunctional Braces FAQs
Questions about myofunctional braces
Your consultation is the right place to discuss suitability, alternatives and what your own care may involve.
It is a removable appliance that sits over the teeth and may be considered as part of an orthodontic plan for selected growing children. It is worn to a personalised schedule and may be used alongside exercises or habit work, with regular reviews.
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Dental care, close to Chelmsford
Danbury Dental Care is at 24 Maldon Road, Danbury, Essex CM3 4QH.
Getting here
10 mins from the A12
20 mins from the M25
Free Parking available
Opening hours
Monday 9 - 7PM
Tuesday 9 - 5PM
Weds 9 - 5PM
Thursday 9 - 5PM
Friday 9 - 5PM
Saturday Sedation Treatment Available on Request