Your Path to a Healthier, Confident Smile

Orthodontics and Jaw Development for a Lifetime of Health

Your teen years are the perfect time to ensure your smile, jaw, and airway are set up for long-term health and confidence. At Strong Ties Oral Health, we offer modern, comfortable, and effective treatments to help teens like you feel and breathe better, improve sleep, and enjoy a radiant smile.

Why Is Jaw and Airway Health Important for Teens?

As a teenager, your jaw is still developing. This is the ideal time to address issues like:

  • Overcrowded teeth or misaligned bites

  • Difficulty breathing through the nose

  • Snoring or restless sleep

  • Poor posture of the tongue and jaw

These problems aren’t just about appearances—they can affect your overall health. Proper jaw development supports better breathing, sleep quality, and even improved focus and energy during the day.

Our Teen-focused Services

  • Palatal Expansion

    Palatal expansion is a non-invasive treatment that gently widens the upper jaw to create more space for teeth and improve airflow. This solution is ideal for children, teens, and adults who struggle with crowded teeth, mouth breathing, or sleep-related issues.

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  • Dentofacial Orthopedics

    Dentofacial orthopedics focuses on guiding the growth and development of the jaw and facial structures. By addressing misalignments early, this treatment helps improve breathing, jaw function, and overall facial symmetry.

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  • Myofunctional Therapy

    Myofunctional therapy strengthens the muscles of the face, tongue, and throat to improve breathing, swallowing, and overall oral function. This customized program is a key component of many airway-focused treatment plans, especially for children and teens.

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  • Orthodontic Solutions

    We offer customized orthodontic treatments to straighten teeth and support proper jaw alignment, including traditional braces. In collaboration with your orthodontist, to enhance your care, ensuring alignment and bite issues are addressed as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

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  • Invisalign Palatal Expanders

    For those looking for a more discreet option, Invisalign palatal expanders offer the same benefits as traditional expanders while being nearly invisible. This option is perfect for teens and adults seeking comfort and convenience.

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  • Treatment for Sleep-Disordered Breathing

    Sleep-disordered breathing, including snoring and sleep apnea, can affect your energy, focus, and overall health. Our comprehensive treatment plans address the root causes of these issues, helping you achieve restful sleep and improved quality of life.

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  • Jaw Development Treatments

    Our specialized treatments address underdeveloped jaws, correcting issues like: recessed or narrow jaws; overbites, underbites, or crossbites; and airway constriction, which can lead to snoring and poor sleep

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Find out how we can make a difference for you.

Benefits of Starting Treatment as a Teen

Boosted Confidence

Straight, aligned teeth give you a smile you’ll love to show off.

Improved Breathing and Sleep

Proper jaw development opens the airway, making it easier to breathe and reducing snoring or sleep disruptions.

Fewer Health Issues Later

Early treatment can prevent problems like TMJ pain, chronic headaches, and sleep apnea in adulthood.

Convenience and Flexibility.

Modern treatments like Invisalign are designed to fit your lifestyle, whether you're at school, playing sports, or hanging out with friends.

What to Expect at Strong Ties Oral Health

  • Personalized Evaluation
    We’ll use advanced imaging to assess your teeth, jaw, and airway, and then create a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

  • Support Every Step of the Way
    From explaining your options to ensuring you’re comfortable with your treatment, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

  • Results That Last
    Our focus on jaw development and myofunctional therapy ensures long-lasting results, so you won’t have to worry about recurring issues later in life.

FAQs for Teens

  • If you experience issues like snoring, trouble breathing through your nose, fatigue, or jaw pain, you might benefit from airway-focused care. Schedule a consultation with us to learn more.

  • Myofunctional therapy involves exercises to strengthen the muscles in your mouth, tongue, and face. It helps improve breathing, reduce mouth breathing, and enhance orthodontic outcomes.

  • While we don’t provide traditional braces, we collaborate with your orthodontist to ensure your jaw development, airway, and overall oral health are optimized for better results.

  • Treatment times vary depending on the type and severity of your condition. Many teens complete airway-focused treatments or aligner-based orthodontics within 6–18 months.

  • Most treatments are gentle and non-invasive. You might feel slight pressure during certain adjustments, but it’s usually mild and temporary.

  • Absolutely! Our treatments, like Invisalign aligners, are designed to fit into your active lifestyle. Aligners can be removed during activities like sports or playing instruments.

  • Many of our airway-focused and orthodontic collaboration treatments are covered by insurance. We’ll help you understand your coverage and offer flexible payment options if needed.

  • Yes! Many teens with snoring, restless sleep, or trouble focusing during the day benefit greatly from airway treatments that improve breathing and sleep quality.

  • Most treatments require visits every 4–6 weeks, but the schedule depends on your personalized treatment plan.

Take the First Step Toward Your Best Smile

Your teen years are the perfect time to invest in your smile and your health. Let Strong Ties Oral Health guide you on the path to better breathing, better sleep, and a smile you’ll love for a lifetime.