ALF Appliance: A Holistic Approach to Dental Alignment
The ALF (Alternative Lightwire Functionals) Appliance, invented by Dr. Darick Nordstrom, DDS, is a holistic method for aligning teeth and improving bite without the need for traditional braces. This innovative device consists of a small, flexible, and springy wire designed to address bone alignment through orthopedic treatment using cranial osteopathy principles. Additionally, the ALF Appliance influences muscle function to achieve stable results, significantly reducing the risk of orthopedic relapse.
Benefits of the ALF Appliance
Reverses Poor Facial Development: Corrects the effects of poor facial development and damage caused by traumatic birth or aggressive orthodontics.
Relieves TMJ Pain: Effective in alleviating TMJ pain and associated facial damage.
Corrects Facial Asymmetries: Helps in producing palatal expansion and correcting facial asymmetries.
Improves Airway Function: Opens the breathing airway, enhancing overall oral and sinus health.
Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Many patients diagnosed with Sleep Apnea can benefit from the ALF Appliance. By creating more space in the palatal area, the ALF increases oral cavity volume and improves the tongue's resting position, preventing airway obstruction. In some cases, the ALF Appliance can cure Sleep Apnea, TMJ pain, and poor sinus and cranial drainage.