MyoFocus Orthodontics
At mYofocUs we use a number of techniques to help achieve a beautiful and functional smile.
These techniques include:
Oral Myology (The mYofocUs Exercise Program)
Oral Myology a.k.a. Oral Myofunctional Therapy is a term used to describe the coaching we provide in order to help children to improve their oral posture, and swallowing function.
It has been shown to have positive impacts not only on the dentition but also on sleep. At mYofocUs we have our ‘Take Off’ area specially designed to deliver effective myofunctional changes.
DOWNLOAD GUILLEMINAULT ET AL PAPER – Oral Myofunctional Therapy has been shown to help in treatment of sleep apnoea as well as improving jaw growth.
MyoMunchee
The MyoMunchee is a great tool to assist with better chewing and swallowing patterns in all ages. At mYofocUs we find that toddlers really love these little mouth guard like appliances and they can be a great substitute for a pacifier or a thumb sucking habit. Just 10 minutes of chewing on these things each day is often enough to make great changes when combined with Oral Myology
Myobrace
Myobrace appliances are used 2 hours each day while awake and every night while asleep. They help children to learn to swallow in a better way and in doing so, promote better jaw growth and development. They all guide the erupting teeth into position.
Teeth and jaws are much like a lump of clay in a growing child, while the tongue, lips and cheeks act rather like the sculptor.
Better swallowing function leads to more favourable forces on the teeth and jaws. Better function leads to better form.
Biobloc Orthotropics
For more information, please contact mYofocUs team.
Invisalign, or other aligner systems
If you are seeking to discretely straighten your teeth, then Invisalign® could be for you. It is the clear alternative to braces, with aligners that are virtually invisible. Hence, most people would not even notice that you are straightening your teeth.
There are definite additional advantages of Invisalign® over braces, including being easier to maintain better oral hygiene, and you can remove the aligners for special occasions. There is practically no interference to an active lifestyle, and more predictable treatment time length, with a significantly more comfortable feel, and fewer doctor visits are usually required.
At Myofocus, we combine Invisalign® treatment with orofacial myology, so the teeth can be straightened and the functions of the orofacial muscles corrected simultaneously. Consequently, the result can be more stable in the long-term, since we attempt to address some of the causes of crooked teeth.
Our practice also uses the technologically advanced digital scanner, iTero, which integrates with Invisalign® to make the entire process much easier, without the need to take uncomfortable mouth impressions.
Since its invention over 20 years ago, more than 4 million people worldwide have undergone the Invisalign® treatment, and this number continues to grow. At Myofocus Melbourne, Dr. Donny Mandrawa, is an Accredited Invisalign® Provider, who can assess if you are a suitable candidate for this state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment.
Fixed orthodontics (brackets)
For more information, please contact mYofocUs team.
We focus on ensuring that the original causes of the crooked teeth have been addressed to the best of our ability.
In each, and every case when necessary, we work on the following areas of your health in addition to straightening your teeth:

Nutritional environment

Growth

Oral Function / Swallowing habits

Movement
