Functional Orthodontics
Guiding jaw growth and restoring oral balance
Functional orthodontics in Tel Aviv aims to correct jaw growth imbalances and improve their function. By intervening at the right time, it promotes the harmonious development of the face, teeth, and bite.
At myclinic, functional orthodontic treatments in Tel Aviv are performed by Dr. Ruben Abou, an orthodontist specializing in functional and cosmetic orthodontics.
What is functional orthodontics?
Unlike traditional orthodontics, which mainly focuses on teeth alignment, functional orthodontics looks at jaw development and balance.
It uses specially designed appliances to support growth and correct certain issues before they become more significant.
Who is it for?
Functional orthodontics is primarily intended for children and teenagers during their growth phase.
It may be recommended in cases of:
- Jaw misalignment
- Narrow jaw
- Poor bite alignment
- Mouth breathing
- Atypical swallowing
- Habits such as thumb or pacifier sucking
Early treatment often helps simplify future orthodontic care.
Depending on your needs, this care may continue with children's orthodontics, braces, or clear aligners as your teeth develop.
The treatment objectives
Functional orthodontics helps in particular to:
- Guide jaw growth
- Encourage proper eruption of permanent teeth
- Improve chewing and mouth function
- Correct certain harmful functional habits
- Preserve facial balance
- Reduce the need for more complex treatments during adolescence
How does the treatment work?
After a comprehensive clinical examination, Dr. Ruben Abou establishes a personalized diagnosis.
Depending on the child's needs, a functional appliance may be recommended to gradually support jaw growth.
Regular follow-up appointments allow the treatment to be adjusted as it progresses.
Why consult early?
An initial orthodontic consultation is recommended from the age of 6.
Even when no immediate treatment is needed, it helps monitor growth and intervene at the most opportune time if necessary.
Why Choose myclinic ?
At myclinic, every functional orthodontic treatment is supervised by Dr. Ruben Abou, an orthodontist specializing in managing jaw growth.
A personalized diagnosis is established for each child, using a functional appliance tailored to their specific needs.
Regular follow-up consultations help monitor growth and adjust the treatment at every stage, ensuring the harmonious development of the face and smile.
Book an appointment
Would you like to have your child's jaw growth or smile development evaluated?
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ruben Abou for a functional orthodontics consultation at myclinicin Tel Aviv.
FAQ
What is functional orthodontics?
Unlike traditional orthodontics, which focuses on tooth alignment, it deals with jaw development and balance.
Who is functional orthodontics for?
It is mainly intended for children and teenagers during their growth phase, particularly in cases of narrow jaws, misaligned bite, or mouth breathing.
What are the goals of the treatment?
To guide jaw growth, encourage proper eruption of permanent teeth, improve chewing, and reduce the need for more complex treatments during adolescence.
At what age should you consult?
An initial orthodontic consultation is recommended starting at age 6, even if no treatment is needed immediately.