Orthotropics

…  is a term first described in the dental context by Professor John Mew.  

Simply put – Orthotropics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on treating malocclusion by guiding the growth of the facial bones and correcting the oral environment. This treatment creates a healthier environment for the teeth and tongue.

The main focus of this approach is to correct a patient’s oral, facial and neck muscle function.  This helps to direct the growth of the jaws in a healthy manner and direction.

It is also very much about healthy breathing – developing a healthy open airway and encouraging nasal breathing.

For “Very Early Interceptive Orthodontics”, in kids under about age seven, this is the most important part of treatment.  It allows us to help kids start growing in the right way, so that they can grow into healthy teenagers and then healthy adults.

We also use an Orthotropic approach for older kids, teenagers, and adults.  It is all about setting up a healthy foundation in the function of the muscles and the airway.