Myobrace is a removable orthodontic appliance designed to guide proper dental and jaw development in children. Unlike traditional braces that focus primarily on straightening teeth, Myobrace addresses the underlying causes of misaligned teeth, such as improper tongue posture, mouth breathing, and incorrect jaw positioning. By correcting these habits early, Myobrace helps children develop healthy facial growth and a natural, functional bite.
The Myobrace system uses gentle, gradual pressure to train the jaw and facial muscles into correct alignment. The appliance is typically worn for a few hours during the day and overnight while sleeping. Through consistent use, Myobrace encourages proper tongue positioning, nasal breathing, and correct swallowing patterns, all of which contribute to improved dental alignment and overall oral health.
Using Myobrace can provide several benefits for children, including:
Myobrace is ideal for children who are still growing and developing their permanent teeth. Early intervention with this appliance can prevent or reduce the severity of orthodontic issues later in life. Our pediatric dental team will evaluate your child’s oral habits, jaw growth, and dental development to determine if Myobrace is the right solution.
If you’re interested in helping your child achieve a healthy, straight smile through early orthodontic intervention, our team can guide you through the Myobrace program. With consistent use and professional monitoring, your child can develop proper jaw and tongue function while correcting orthodontic concerns naturally and effectively.
Myobrace is a removable, pre-orthodontic appliance system designed to correct the oral habits that contribute to crooked teeth and poor jaw development. Unlike traditional braces that primarily move teeth into position, Myobrace focuses on training the muscles, tongue posture and breathing patterns that influence facial growth. The goal is to encourage natural development of the jaws and a functional bite during childhood.
Because Myobrace addresses the underlying habits rather than only the tooth positions, it is often used earlier in a child’s growth when habits are more easily modified. Appliances are typically worn for a few hours each day and overnight, combined with short daily exercises that reinforce proper tongue and jaw function. This behavioral and muscular approach can reduce or simplify later orthodontic treatment needs in some cases.
Myobrace works by applying gentle forces and providing a physical guide to encourage the tongue and facial muscles into healthier positions. The appliance design helps train nasal breathing, correct swallowing patterns and limit mouth breathing, which together support better jaw growth and tooth alignment. Daily exercises paired with appliance wear retrain muscle memory so improved posture becomes automatic over time.
Progress relies on consistent use and follow-up care to ensure the appliance and exercises are producing the desired changes. The appliance does not force teeth aggressively but creates an environment where natural growth trends toward improved alignment. Periodic evaluations by your pediatric dental team monitor development and adjust the program as your child grows.
Myobrace is most effective when started while a child is still growing and before or during the eruption of permanent teeth, commonly between ages 5 and 12. Early intervention targets the habits and muscle patterns that shape jaw development, so starting during these formative years gives the best chance to influence facial growth. Treatment can also be useful for slightly older children depending on their development and specific concerns.
A personalized evaluation is necessary to determine timing, since each child’s dental development and habits differ. Your pediatric dentist will assess oral posture, breathing, bite relationships and dental eruption to recommend the appropriate start time. In some cases Myobrace is combined with other interceptive measures to achieve optimal results.
A typical Myobrace program includes an initial evaluation, a series of removable appliances tailored to the child’s needs, and a short daily routine of muscle and breathing exercises. The appliances are worn for prescribed hours during the day and overnight while sleeping, and exercise sessions usually last only a few minutes each day. Regular checkups allow the dental team to track progress and move the child through the series of appliances as improvement occurs.
Treatment duration varies by age and the severity of habit-related problems, with many programs lasting several months to a few years depending on growth and compliance. The plan emphasizes habit correction and functional improvement rather than rapid tooth movement. Because the approach is conservative and noninvasive, it is designed to integrate into family routines with manageable steps and clear milestones for progress.
Daily wear recommendations usually call for a few hours of daytime use combined with overnight wear while sleeping, but exact instructions vary by appliance stage and individual needs. Short, consistent daily exercise sessions are included to reinforce correct tongue posture, swallowing and breathing patterns. Adherence to the prescribed wear schedule is a major factor in how quickly improvements appear.
Overall treatment timeline depends on the child’s age, the severity of the underlying habits and how consistently the appliance is used; many children remain in the program for several months to a few years. Periodic reviews with your pediatric dental provider help determine when to progress to the next appliance or conclude active therapy. Because the process relies on growth and habit change, regular monitoring ensures the program stays aligned with developmental milestones.
Myobrace is generally considered low risk because it is removable and uses gentle forces rather than fixed hardware. Some children may experience mild initial discomfort or increased saliva production as they adapt to wearing the appliance, and these symptoms typically subside within a few days. Proper cleaning and hygiene are important to reduce the risk of irritation or oral hygiene issues while the appliance is in use.
Because Myobrace targets oral habits and growth, success depends on correct use and professional oversight; inadequate compliance or missed follow-up can limit results. Your pediatric dental team will explain care instructions, watch for any signs of irritation and adjust the treatment plan if needed. Open communication during the program helps manage expectations and address any concerns promptly.
Parents play a key role by helping establish and maintain the daily wear and exercise routine, encouraging consistent use without creating pressure or anxiety. Supervising short exercise sessions, setting reminders for appliance wear and praising effort help make the program part of the child’s normal routine. Keeping the appliance clean, storing it properly and bringing it to appointments ensures hygiene and continuity of care.
Regular attendance at follow-up visits allows the dental team to measure progress and make adjustments, so parents should prioritize scheduled evaluations. Clear communication between the family and the practice about any difficulties or changes in the child’s habits enables timely support. A positive, patient approach from caregivers helps children adapt and improves the chance of successful, lasting outcomes.
Yes, Myobrace can be used as part of a comprehensive orthodontic strategy and is often employed as an early interceptive measure before or alongside fixed appliances. The habit-correction and muscle-training benefits of Myobrace can improve the environment for later tooth movement if braces or aligners become necessary. In some cases successful Myobrace therapy can reduce the extent or duration of subsequent orthodontic treatment.
Coordination between the pediatric dental team and any orthodontist involved is important to sequence treatments effectively. Your provider will evaluate timing and goals to recommend whether Myobrace should be followed by, combined with or replaced by other appliances. The approach prioritizes functional stability and long-term dental health when planning combined therapies.
Progress is monitored through regular clinical evaluations that assess changes in tongue posture, breathing, swallowing patterns, jaw relationships and dental alignment. Photographs, dental models or periodic examinations help document improvements and guide transitions between appliance stages. The dental team will review functional changes as well as visible alignment to determine how the program is performing.
Parents will also notice day-to-day signs of improvement such as easier nasal breathing, reduced mouth breathing, more mature swallowing and gradual alignment changes in the teeth. Because growth plays a central role, monitoring occurs over months to years rather than overnight, and consistent follow-up ensures adjustments are made when warranted. Clear milestones and ongoing communication with your provider help measure success objectively.
To begin, schedule an evaluation so our pediatric dental team can assess your child’s oral habits, jaw development and dental eruption to determine whether Myobrace is appropriate. During the visit we will explain the appliance stages, daily wear and exercise routine, and the follow-up schedule needed to monitor progress. The initial consultation establishes a personalized plan that fits your child’s developmental needs.
Following the assessment, we will provide instructions for appliance care and demonstrate the daily exercises your child will perform, then schedule regular checkups to track changes and advance through the appliance series. Ongoing support from our team helps families maintain consistency and achieve the best possible functional and dental outcomes for their child. You can call (806) 581-4180 to request an appointment or ask questions about the program.
