At Ahava Orthodontics in Fort Worth, we use the MyoBrace® system to create natural space for children’s adult teeth—without the need for extractions or early braces—by correcting harmful oral habits and guiding proper jaw development.
As children grow, their jaws and facial bones develop to accommodate adult teeth. But when improper habits like mouth breathing or tongue thrusting are present, this growth can become restricted. At Ahava Orthodontics, we address these issues early using the MyoBrace system, a pre-orthodontic treatment that gently guides natural growth and creates the space your child’s teeth need—before crowding becomes a bigger problem.
Why Space Matters in Early Dental Development
Many parents are surprised to learn that the root cause of crowded adult teeth often starts years before those teeth erupt. If a child’s jaw is too small or underdeveloped, there simply isn’t enough room for adult teeth to come in properly. This can lead to:
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Crowding
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Misalignment
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Impacted teeth
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Need for extractions or braces later
Instead of waiting for issues to appear, our approach focuses on early intervention—treating the source of the problem, not just the symptoms. That’s where MyoBrace comes in.
What Is MyoBrace and How Does It Work?
MyoBrace is a series of soft, removable oral appliances worn by children for 1–2 hours each day and overnight. It’s designed to correct the myofunctional habits that interfere with normal jaw and facial development—like:
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Mouth breathing
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Incorrect tongue posture
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Improper swallowing
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Thumb-sucking or pacifier use
Each MyoBrace appliance guides the growth of the jaw while teaching the muscles to work properly. This approach encourages the jaw to grow to its full potential, naturally creating space for adult teeth to erupt into better positions.
The Key Stages of MyoBrace Treatment
We guide families through each stage of MyoBrace with personalized care and close monitoring.
1. Habit Correction
We start by teaching your child how to breathe through their nose, position their tongue on the roof of their mouth, and swallow correctly. These small adjustments make a huge impact on how the jaw and facial muscles develop.
2. Arch Development
Next, the MyoBrace helps gently widen the dental arches, which allows more room for adult teeth to come in naturally. This stage reduces the risk of overcrowding without needing expanders or braces.
3. Alignment Support
As adult teeth begin to erupt, the MyoBrace continues guiding them into better positions. While it doesn’t “move” teeth like braces, it influences the path of eruption, often minimizing or eliminating the need for braces later.
4. Retention
Once oral habits are corrected and alignment is improved, we help kids maintain their results with retention appliances and continued habit reinforcement.
Benefits of Creating Space Early with MyoBrace
Creating space early isn’t just about avoiding braces—it’s about setting your child up for a lifetime of better health, comfort, and confidence.
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No extractions: MyoBrace promotes natural jaw growth, so there’s less need to remove permanent teeth later.
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Improved breathing: Correcting mouth breathing improves sleep, focus, and long-term airway health.
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Fewer orthodontic complications: When the foundation is right, treatment becomes faster and simpler if braces are needed later.
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Confidence: Kids feel better when their smiles look and feel good from the start.
MyoBrace is also pain-free, non-invasive, and doesn’t require constant adjustments or wire tightening—making it especially friendly for younger patients.
Why Parents Love Our MyoBrace Program
At Ahava Orthodontics, we work closely with families to make MyoBrace treatment easy and effective. We provide:
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Customized treatment plans based on your child’s age and growth stage
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Instructional support for daily exercises and appliance care
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Regular monitoring and motivation to ensure progress
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A team that’s always here to answer questions and cheer your child on
Parents love that they can give their kids the chance at a healthy, natural smile—without waiting for problems to get worse. Kids love that MyoBrace is comfortable, removable, and even fun to wear (yes, we make it that engaging!).
The Ideal Time to Start MyoBrace
The best time to begin MyoBrace treatment is between ages 5 and 10, before adult teeth are fully erupted. That’s when we can influence jaw growth the most, and before harmful habits become deeply ingrained. But it’s never too late—many older children still benefit from MyoBrace, especially when used early in a broader orthodontic plan.
If your child shows signs of spacing, crowding, or mouth breathing, we recommend scheduling a free consultation. We’ll evaluate their growth, oral habits, and airway to determine the right path forward.
When You Need Early Solutions for Spacing, We’re Here to Help
When you need a trusted team to help your child’s adult teeth come in with the space they need, Ahava Orthodontics has the expertise and technology to do it—without the stress. Our MyoBrace program is changing the way we treat growing smiles in Fort Worth by focusing on what matters most: natural development and lifelong health.
Let us help your child build the space they need for a strong, confident smile. Call today to schedule your free MyoBrace consultation and take the first step toward proactive orthodontic care.
