Myobrace Treatment
Has your child started mouth-breathing, thumb-sucking, or showing signs of crowded teeth? These habits often signal that jaw development isn't on track, and waiting until all adult teeth have erupted before starting braces isn't always the best approach.
Myobrace treatment offers a different path. Instead of forcing teeth into position, it corrects the poor oral habits causing the problem. And it's not just for kids; Myobrace for adults can address breathing issues, mild alignment concerns, and long-standing oral habits, too.
Book your appointment with our Myobrace dentists near you today.
How Myobrace Treatment Works
Mouth-breathing, tongue thrusting, reverse swallowing, and thumb-sucking are more than just childhood habits. They're the real drivers behind crooked teeth and underdeveloped jaws—not genetics. Left uncorrected, these habits restrict jaw growth and leave permanent teeth without enough room to come through straight.
Traditional braces address this after the fact. They use brackets and wires to physically push teeth into alignment, but they don't fix the underlying habits. That's why teeth often shift back once braces come off, and retainers become a lifelong commitment.
Myobrace treatment works differently. It uses a removable silicone appliance—worn for just 1–2 hours during the day and then overnight—combined with daily myofunctional therapy exercises that retrain tongue posture, breathing, and swallowing. Rather than forcing teeth into position, Myobrace corrects the habits that caused the problem, encouraging the jaw to develop naturally so teeth align on their own. Starting early gives the best results, but older children and adults benefit too.
While Myobrace focuses on optimising the space you have, we also support patients who have already lost teeth to decay or trauma; in those cases, we can provide a dental implant in Auckland to complete the smile and prevent further shifting.
Why Choose Caring 4 Smiles’ Myobrace Dentists Near You?
At Caring 4 Smiles, we’ve been caring for Auckland families since 1995. Many parents who bring their children to us today first sat in our dental chairs as kids themselves. That long-term approach matters; from first teeth through to late-teen concerns like seeing a wisdom tooth removal dentist, we build relationships that support dental health into adulthood.
For working parents, we offer Saturday appointments at no extra surcharge, because fitting Myobrace check-ups around school and work shouldn't mean rearranging your week.
Our team takes the time to work with you and your child, explaining each stage and making every visit comfortable. If you've been searching for a Myobrace dentist near you in Auckland, we'd love to welcome you to our Epsom practice.
Our Treatment Process
Thorough Assessment
Every Myobrace journey begins with a comprehensive dental exam. We assess jaw development, breathing patterns, tongue posture, and oral habits to build a personalised treatment plan.
Daily Exercises and Appliance Wear
Myofunctional therapy exercises are a core part of the programme. Your child will practise tongue positioning, lip seal, and correct swallowing patterns daily. The appliance itself is worn for just 1–2 hours during the day and overnight while sleeping.
Myobrace for Adults
Many people don't realise that adults can benefit from Myobrace too. While the most significant jaw development results happen in children, adults can still see real improvements in nasal breathing, jaw comfort, and mild tooth alignment.
If you're exploring Myobrace for adults before and after results, the most common changes include reduced mouth-breathing, better sleep quality, and improved oral posture.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ideal window is between ages three and fifteen, while the jaw is still growing. But it’s never too late, as even adults can see improvements in breathing, oral posture, and mild alignment through Myobrace treatment. We’ll assess your situation and recommend the best path forward during your first appointment.
Most treatment plans run for 12 to 18 months, though this varies depending on age, severity of oral habits, and how consistently the appliance is worn. We schedule regular check-ups to monitor progress and adjust your plan as needed.
With Myobrace for adults, you can typically see improvements in nasal breathing, reduced jaw tension, and subtle tooth alignment changes. Results depend on how consistently the appliance is worn and the exercises completed.
For more complex alignment needs, we may recommend combining Myobrace with other orthodontic options such as Invisalign braces in Auckland.
