The Myobrace® System Can Help Improve Breathing Stop Mouth Breathing Correct Crowded Teeth Align Teeth

Treating sleep apnea in Kids and Adults with Myobrace® and Myofunctional Therapy

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If you or your child wake up tired, breathe through the mouth, snore, or struggle with restless sleep, the root issue may not be “just orthodontics.” Breathing patterns and oral habits can influence sleep quality, jaw development, facial balance, and how teeth fit together over time. The Myobrace® system is designed to help address these patterns early by guiding the jaws, tongue, and oral muscles toward healthier function—so breathing and development can improve while creating a better foundation for alignment.

At Natural and Cosmetic Dentistry in Clearwater, serving the Tampa Bay area, we use Myobrace® with myofunctional therapy to support healthier breathing and better oral posture for both kids and adults.

Why Myobrace® Matters: Breathing, Sleep, and Jaw Development

Many people assume crowded teeth are only genetic—but oral habits can play a major role in how the jaws develop and how much space teeth have. When a child mouth-breathes or holds the tongue low instead of resting it on the roof of the mouth, the upper jaw may develop narrower than ideal. Over time, that can contribute to crowding, narrow arches, bite issues, and airway concerns.

Myobrace® is built around a simple idea: when breathing and oral posture improve, the jaws can develop in a healthier direction. That often supports better spacing for teeth and a more stable bite. The focus is on function first, because function influences form.

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What Is the Myobrace® System?

The Myobrace® system uses a series of lightweight, removable oral appliances designed to correct oral habits and support healthier jaw and tooth development. These appliances are paired with daily exercises (myofunctional therapy) that train the muscles of the lips, cheeks, and tongue to function in a more balanced way.

In everyday terms, the appliance helps guide the mouth toward:

Nose breathing instead of mouth breathing
Healthier tongue posture (resting on the roof of the mouth)
Improved swallowing patterns
Better lip seal and oral muscle balance
More ideal jaw posture and development over time

Treatment time varies, but many patients complete Myobrace® plans over roughly two to three years, depending on age, growth stage, and consistency.

Myobrace® and Crowding: Creating Space by Improving the “Environment”

When the jaws have adequate space, teeth have a better chance to come in with improved spacing. Myobrace® works by helping guide jaw posture and oral muscle function—creating a healthier “environment” for the teeth. It’s not about forcing teeth into place quickly. It’s about guiding development and habits that influence alignment.

Many families appreciate that Myobrace® is:

Gentle and non-invasive
Removable and easy to maintain
Focused on long-term habits, not just short-term straightening
Designed to support healthier breathing patterns and oral posture
Often a great early option for children showing signs of crowding or poor oral habits

In some cases, Myobrace® may reduce the need for braces later or make orthodontic treatment simpler. In other cases, orthodontics may still be recommended—especially when crowding or bite issues are more advanced.

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Myobrace® for Adults: Not Just for Kids

While Myobrace® is commonly used for growing children, there are also Myobrace® options designed for adults with permanent teeth. Adults don’t have the same growth patterns as kids, but oral muscle function, tongue posture, breathing habits, and arch form can still improve—especially when myofunctional therapy is part of the plan.

The adult system is typically a stage-based series designed to:

Encourage healthier breathing and oral posture
Support arch form improvements and muscle balance
Reinforce stability and help retain progress

Your evaluation helps determine whether you’re a good candidate and what realistic outcomes look like for your bite and goals.

What to Expect: Evaluation, Therapy, and a Clear Plan

We start by looking at the full picture—breathing patterns, oral habits, jaw development, bite alignment, and symptoms that may relate to sleep-disordered breathing. Then we create a plan that is structured, realistic, and easy to follow.

Myobrace® success usually comes down to two things:

Choosing the right appliance plan and stage
Staying consistent with wear and exercises

We’ll guide you through what to do at home, how progress is checked, and what milestones to look for—so you always know what you’re working toward.

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Ready to Explore Myobrace® in Clearwater and Tampa Bay?

If you’re concerned about mouth breathing, snoring, crowded teeth, restless sleep, or jaw development, Myobrace® may be a helpful next step. We’ll help you understand what’s happening, what your options are, and whether Myobrace® and myofunctional therapy make sense for your situation.

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Natural and Cosmetic Dentistry
1825 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL 33765

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