ALF Appliance Compared to Vivos DNA Appliance for TMJ Pain and Sleep Apnea
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Vivos DNA Appliance vs ALF? What Growth/TMJ Appliance is Best?
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DNA appliance therapy and ALF appliance therapy are two common treatments for TMJ, bad bites and jaw and jaw joint problems. Dr. Gary Adams DDS compares the dental tmj devices in this video. marylandholist...
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Some people online have said that this device only pushes teeth through the alveolar bone and doesn’t create bone growth. Is this true doc?
Only if the teeth are put under too much pressure and the appliances are expanded too quickly. It is very rare to see that kind of result
Wow... this guy is a great educator... you can tell he is really into helping educate people.... so Amazing!!!! He is using the Hippocratic oath 100% and helping so many people improve their education 1st :) thank you doc! I’m in Hawaii and nobody out here is teaching us this
Could you do an ''in-mouth'' demo with both?
Good thought. I’ll see what I can do
@@SereneOrthodontics thank you in advance! :)
Maryland Holistic Dentist I struggle with bad tmj and no one will help me I feel I need something like a retainer or something to wear during the day and something to wear at night I need something it keeps getting worse I dont like having thick dental appliances in my mouth I have trouble falling asleep
sorry. I have not gotten to this, but I am thinking about it.
I can't find a dentist using DNA appliance here in Algeria, North Africa, what are my options?
I know. Difficult to locate. Just keep checking the Vivoslife page for new providers
Im looking into getting treatment with the dna appliance for tmjd and retrognatia, Im in my early 20's and would pay 100% of it by my self
Im weary of spending that much money on something and it not working, specially when it comes to my health and wellbeing, do you think its a good choice?
Absolutely. No better investment than one in your health. You should do more research on the DNA appliance and we offer complimentary consultations. For TMD and especially retrognathia, most of your other options vs the DNA appliance involve surgery. Check out our page on the DNA marylandholisticdentist.com/dna-appliance/
@@SereneOrthodontics Thank you!
Actually I went to a maxilofacial surgeon who told me surgery is not worth it for me because my retrognatia is mild, thats why Im considering an appliance
@@SereneOrthodontics Do you think I can reliably expect good results from it? Specially regarding the tmj issues? And maybe some mandibular advancement?
I believe you will be well treated with the DNA Appliance, but I would need to do any evaluation to give you specific advice.
Does this fix upper jaw misalignment? And thus facial asymmetry? And where can I get my appliance from? Because when i ask my orthodontist he says it's too late because I'm 23 years old. Btw i have tmj but it's very mild.
Same and Im 18
Go to vivoslife.com and look for providers
Wow I am on my 2nd phase of the treatment using the ALF and controlled arch. great info ! hope i can make a vlog out this too
awesome. how is everything going with your treatment?
How much has your palate expanded by?
Have you had successful adult ALF cases?
Most definitely. ALF is a great appliance in the right situation
Some people trying to expand their palate do shwartz appliance themselves. Is this not a good idea? How do the alf and dna differ from that one?
I love shwartz appliances for certain kids cases. They do not produce bone growth and airway opening predictably in adults. The ALF and DNA appliances have a track record with adults.
I would love to get the alf or dna but they cost so much and i currently have no dental insurance, not sure if that would ever cover any of the costs. I don’t have bad tmj pain but do mostly always have a headache, eye and jaw tension. I am seeing an upper cervical chiro, and got NCR done but I don’t know what to do. Is it better to use one of these appliances instead of typical tmj splints? And, does the dna unwind cranial distortions too? Which is better and is it okay to see someone trained in ALF but not listed on ther website? Thanks! I also was told i have a tongue tie and thinking i should get that removed, maybe myofunctional therapy
Kasey I was told the same. I'm going to be having that done in a few months. I think that's the first step. So many problems start from mouth breathing. A correct nose breathing pattern has to be established first. I'm going to do that for 1 year and then re-evaluate which device would be best.
Can people between the ages of 17 and 20 still use the alf appliance?
absolutely. It is all about the needs of the patient and using the best appliance for the situation.
Hi what is the difference between dna appliance and homeoblock? Which one would you recommend?
Very similar appliances, but the springs are different and the homeoblock people advocate using more asymmetric bite and elastic movements. The results can be comparable for the appliances. It really comes down to the doc doing the treatment and their experience and skill set. And of course patient compliance.
Can a sleep apnea splint or nightguard be worn along with the DNA or do you take DNA out to wear nightguard?
Would AGGA ALF or a D\MRNA appliance help an adult? Why or why not? Does anyone have experience?
You ask a very complex question. They are all very diffferent. Check out my website and I have a specific page for each appliance. I also have a video comparing ALF to DNA appliance on youtube. marylandholisticdentist.com
Can I use this at 50. I have sleep apnea and also wear a night guard for grinding and also an overbite.
Yes the DNA can be used at 50
I can't speak English very well so can using Alf make my jawline grow foward?
A little bit. The DNA APPLIANCE is better for that
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Any dna providers in downstate New York? Much appreciated for a recommendation
I am sure. Check the vivoslife.com site for DNA appliance providers
Would you happen to know if the military pays for the Vivos appliance?
I doubt it. But stranger things have happened.
What is the difference between DNA,ALF and AGGA?
marylandholisticdentist.com/agga-appliance-vs-dna/
Does the ALF or DNA appliance help correct/fix asymmetry?
John Dean in most cases both will improve facial symmetry.
Maryland Holistic Dentist I’ve been trying to find a dentist who can provide the DNA appliance in Ontario, Canada. I’ve had no luck in my area. Do you know if there is anywhere in Canada that offers the DNA appliance?
I don’t specifically know anyone but have you looked on the Vivos DNA website for a certified provider?
Maryland Holistic Dentist I have tried to contact them on Facebook and so far no response. I’ve asked my local dentist and orthodontist and they claim they’ve never heard of it.
Maryland Holistic Dentist yes I have searched their website. The only place in Canada according to their site is Alberta. Unfortunately that would require a plane ticket for me to see a certified provider.
Thanks so much for this video! Very helpful
Glad it was helpful!
Do you also recommend supplemental therapy such as physical therapy ?
I think with a knowledgeable therapist, yes. Some chiropractors can really be helpful too.
Does DNA appliance fix overjet?
It can by helping the lower jaw move forward. The case needs to be treatment planned properly. But as an FYI, I do not think any dentist would ever guarantee an over jet correction. One thing is for sure-it will not happen and be stable with just braces.
Does this help with a misaligned sphenoid?
Yes it can help with that
Does the DNA Appliance promote forward growth of the mandible?
Yes.
@@SereneOrthodontics Is this better than the AGGA that a lot of folks are talking about lately?
@@jeffbuchanan4213 the AGGA only grows the jaws forward. The DNA grows forward, wider and taller. There are some cases where I would go to the AGGA, but most of the time I use the DNA. One appliance is not better than the other ; just different
Do the appliances put the same amount of force on the teeth or do they work in a different way to promote forward growth ?
@@jeffbuchanan4213 basically the appliance puts a light stretch-like pressure on the teeth. The same pressure is translated to the ligaments that connect the teeth to the jawbones and the jawbones to other bones in the face. The natural movement in the mouth such as tongue pressure cause a springy stimulation responsible for stimulating adult bones to start growing in the direct of the stretch. Note: a stretch is much different and less than and orthdontic force used to move teeth through jawbones.
Complete wacko science to use this in adults. At least get a second opinion before using one of these things, unless you want to end up toothless.
Does either fix severe open bites? Can either come in a removable option?
The Whoever yes the DNA Appliance is effective for many open bite cases