Functional orthodontic treatments in Como
Generally considered only as the discipline that intervenes on the arrangement and aesthetic appearance of teeth, orthodontics has increasingly come closer, in recent years, to all those techniques aimed at improving the patient's postural alignment.
For this reason, for all aspects of the application of fixed and removable appliances, Mari Basiglio Dental Practice has chosen to rely on the support of a qualified osteopath, who accompanies patients throughout their treatment. The reasons that may lead to surgery are numerous, ranging from breathing disorders to chewing problems, to swallowing and speech disorders.
Today's diet, which is mostly based on processed foods, has led new generations to have very different living conditions than in the past, also leading to less tooth wear, a higher incidence of tooth decay, as well as the development of crooked teeth and alterations to the cranial bones.
The serpentine (Upper Bumper)
The serpentine is used to perform interceptive therapy when the patient has not yet changed all of his teeth.
This device is designed to recover space to be able to work on the teeth without having to extract the healthy ones, as well as to "force" the teeth not to return to their starting position, a problem that usually occurs following fixed therapy.
Mobile devices
Unlike fixed braces, removable ones are worn only at night and for a few hours during the day. They are used to correct minor defects that don't require fixed therapy or as an auxiliary tool in treatment.
L'attivatore
The activator is a functional device that produces changes in the facial bones by moving the teeth. It is used for deep bites to adjust the vertical dimension of the occlusion.
The fixed appliance
While undoubtedly more complex to wear for aesthetic reasons, fixed braces are still very useful in situations where greater control over each individual tooth is needed. They are extremely precise and versatile, as they can adapt perfectly to the patient's physiology.
At the Mari Basiglio Dental Practice, we also perform orthodontic treatments with clear aligners (Nuvola® or Invisalign®).
The role of the osteopath
The orthodontists at the Como practice collaborate with an osteopath, who intervenes when occlusal adjustments are necessary or when prosthetics and extractions are necessary. The connection between posture and occlusion is rooted in the position of the jaw, which influences the posture of the entire body.
An asymmetrical jaw position, in fact, causes the contraction of certain muscle groups, which, over time, leads to postural changes. Therefore, when the jaw's position is altered following orthodontic surgery, the body must learn to adapt.
The osteopath can help correct these changes, optimizing and facilitating orthodontic treatment.
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