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Dr. Mike Mew, BDS, MSc (Orth) is a lecturer and lead clinician at the London School of Facial Orthotropics. His primary interest is in the growth and development of the face, identifying the effects of changes in posture, function and muscle tone and its relationship to orthodontic problems. Mike uses the orthotropics system to reverse the underlying conditions that lead to crooked teeth, sleep apnea, snoring and TMD, amongst a range of other symptoms. He is undertaking research to investigate how to improve these systems, using modern technology and innovative applications.
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Unlike conventional orthodontics, where the teeth are mechanically shifted to fit the shape of the face, orthotropics encourages and facilitates proper facial development and posture to ensure the teeth have enough space so to prevent malocclusion. The importanc ...