Orthopedic Growth and Remodeling Appliances
Orthopedic Growth and Remodeling Appliances
Orthopedic growth and remodeling appliances are used to guide the development of the jaws and supporting structures during periods of growth, helping to address narrow arches, airway-related concerns, and skeletal imbalances before they become more difficult to manage. At Jeremy Montrose, DMD, these appliances are considered as part of a broader look at how a child's or teen's facial and jaw structure is developing.
Who Provides This Care
Dr. Jeremy Montrose, D.M.D., includes orthopedic growth and remodeling appliances, along with skeletal expansion, among his areas of clinical focus. His approach considers how jaw growth relates to airway function, TMJ health, and overall development from infancy through adulthood.
What This May Involve
- Growth Guidance — Appliances designed to influence the direction and pace of jaw development during active growth periods.
- Skeletal Expansion — Widening the upper or lower arch to address crowding or narrow palates that may affect breathing or bite alignment.
- Functional Appliances — Devices that work with a child's own growth and muscle function to support proper jaw positioning.
- CBCT Evaluation — Three-dimensional imaging that gives Dr. Montrose a detailed view of jaw and airway structure to help plan treatment.
Related Areas of Care
Orthopedic growth and remodeling appliances are often considered alongside early orthodontic intervention, expansion appliances, and airway-focused evaluation, since jaw development, bite, and breathing are closely connected.
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