Do, Tasha TurzoMoore

The ALF Approach: Changing the Face of Orthodontics

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ISBN 13:: 9781735864204
author:: Do, Tasha TurzoMoore
format:: Paperback
publisher:: R. R. Bowker
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 314
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.7 centimetres (0
Genre:: Science, Medical, Dentistry,
Condition:: New
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The ALF Approach: Changing the Face of Orthodontics Millions of people who have undergone traditional orthodontics have experienced a relapse in crowning or mispositioning of teeth when the required lifetime nighttime dental retainer is discontinued. In fact, there is a 100% chance that teeth alignment will not be sustained without the nighttime correction of a dental appliance. This is a common problem, with an estimated 22 million people suffering from sleep apnea secondary to compromised airway space. The traditional orthodontic approach, known as retractive orthodontics, aims to pull the upper and/or lower jaws back with braces to align the teeth. However, this approach can have unintended consequences, such as a decrease in oral volume and a crowded tongue, leading to postural changes and jaw and head pain. The ALF Approach book explains the underlying causes of these problems and presents an alternative approach that addresses the critical functions of nasal breathing, functional swallowing, and resting position of the tongue in the upper palate. By understanding the underlying causes of crooked teeth, jaw pain, and postural changes, this book provides a new perspective on optimal facial form and dental postural health.

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