We originally registered the mark "Face Focused Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics®" because we became committed to doing orthodontics which took into account the effect of orthodontics on the face. Too often traditional orthodontics produces straight teeth but ignores, or even damages, the balance of the face.

Mother Daughter Straight teeth Straight teeth with balanced face

We have since recognized that by respecting the profile and balance of the face, a person's airway is not compromised and often is improved. A compromised airway can be associated with TMJ problems, headaches, and sleep apnea.

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Straight teeth	Straight teeth with balanced face

It has now become apparent that Face Focused Orthodontics is far more than being about facial balance. Its critical consideration of airway factors indeed relate to a patient's overall health.