Myobrace®: A Natural Way to Guide Growing Smiles
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As parents, we all want our children to grow up healthy, confident, and smiling with ease. But many of the dental problems we see in teens: crooked teeth, crowded smiles, mouth breathing, and even the need for braces actually begin much earlier, often before all the adult teeth have even appeared.
What most parents don’t realize is that the way a child breathes, swallows, and positions their tongue can shape how their face and jaw develop. When these habits are off, the teeth simply follow leading to misalignment and bite problems later in life.
That’s where Myobrace® offers a different approach.
Instead of waiting for problems to show up and then fixing them with braces, Myobrace focuses on early orthodontic intervention, gently guiding a child’s natural growth so their teeth, jaws, and airway can develop the way they were meant to create healthier, straighter smiles from the start.
What Is Myobrace®?
Myobrace® can be used for children, typically between the ages of 8 and 11, when the jaw and facial muscles are still developing.
Unlike traditional braces, Myobrace does not push teeth into place. Instead, it:
- Corrects poor oral habits (like mouth breathing or thumb sucking)
- Improves tongue and lip posture
- Encourages proper jaw development
- Creates space for adult teeth to grow naturally
The result? Straighter teeth, better breathing, and improved facial growth without braces in many cases.
Why Early Intervention Matters
Many common orthodontic problems start long before adult teeth come in.
Habits such as:
- Mouth breathing
- Low tongue posture
- Thumb sucking
- Improper swallowing
- Lip sucking
…can all affect how a child’s jaws and teeth develop.
Left untreated, these issues can lead to:
- Crowded or crooked teeth
- Narrow jaws
- Overbites or underbites
- Breathing and sleep issues
- The need for braces or even extractions later
Myobrace works best when these problems are corrected early while your child is still growing.
How Myobrace® Works
Your child wears the Myobrace appliance for:
- 1–2 hours during the day
- Overnight while sleeping
Along with the appliance, they follow a series of simple daily exercises that retrain the muscles of the mouth and face.
This combination helps:
- Reposition the tongue
- Improve nasal breathing
- Align the jaws correctly
- Guide teeth into their natural positions
It’s a gentle, non-invasive, and child-friendly approach to orthodontics.
Key Benefits of Myobrace® for Kids
Here’s why more parents are choosing Myobrace for early orthodontic treatment:
Encourages Natural Jaw Growth
Instead of forcing teeth into place, Myobrace supports how the jaw should naturally develop.
May Reduce or Eliminate the Need for Braces
By fixing the underlying causes early, many children need braces later.
Improves Breathing and Sleep
Correcting mouth breathing and improving airway development can lead to better sleep and focus.
Non-Invasive and Removable
No wires, no brackets, and no painful adjustments.
Builds Healthy Habits for Life
Myobrace teaches children how to breathe, swallow, and hold their tongue correctly.
What Age Is Best for Myobrace®?
Myobrace can be started as early as age 3 and is most effective between ages 8 and 11, when the face and jaws are still developing.
The earlier the intervention, the better the long-term results.
Is Myobrace Right for Your Child?
Your child may be a good candidate if you notice:
- Crowded or crooked adult teeth
- Mouth breathing
- Snoring or restless sleep
- Speech or swallowing issues
- A narrow smile or jaw
A Myobrace assessment can identify these issues early before they become bigger problems.
A Healthier Smile Starts with Early Guidance
Myobrace is more than just straightening teeth. It’s about helping your child grow properly, breathe better, and develop a confident, healthy smile naturally.
If you’re looking for a gentle, proactive way to support your child’s dental and facial development, Myobrace could be the perfect first step.
Book a consultation today with Bronte Family Orthodontics to find out if Myobrace® is right for your child and give them the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles.