What to Expect During Myofunctional Braces Treatment for Children

Gentle, early orthodontic care in Subang Jaya, Klang Valley & Kuala Lumpur

If your child has been recommended for myofunctional braces, you are likely wondering what the process involves. This treatment is more than just straightening teeth, it helps correct poor oral habits, improve jaw development, and promote healthy breathing.

As a leading option for early orthodontic treatment in Malaysia, myofunctional therapy is becoming increasingly popular among families in Subang Jaya, Klang Valley, and Kuala Lumpur—especially for children starting from the age of 3 years old.

Here’s what parents can expect during their child’s treatment journey.

1. Initial Consultation & Functional Assessment

Treatment starts with a thorough assessment at our Subang Jaya dental clinic, where we evaluate:

Dental alignment and bite development
Tongue posture and swallowing pattern
Mouth vs. nasal breathing
Jaw and facial symmetry
Sleep quality (snoring, mouth breathing at night)
Posture of head, neck, and shoulders

We may take extraoral and intraoral photos or X-rays, and recommend a personalised myofunctional treatment plan if your child is suitable.

2. Starting the Myofunctional Appliance

Your child will be fitted with a soft, removable myofunctional appliance, such as the EF Line or similar trainer systems. These work by correcting tongue posture, guiding jaw growth, and encouraging nasal breathing.

Wearing Schedule:

Daytime: 1–2 hours daily while relaxed or doing homework
Night-time: Must be worn while sleeping, every night
Minimum use: Consistency is key for visible changes

3. Simple Daily Myofunctional Exercises

Children are also given oral exercises to do at home. These are easy and take only a few minutes twice a day. They include:

Tongue posture training (to keep it on the palate)
Lip seal and nasal breathing exercises
Cheek and jaw strengthening exercises
Swallowing training to avoid tongue thrust

These support the appliance’s function and help reprogram muscle habits for long-term stability.

4. Regular Review Visits

Appointments are scheduled every 4–6 weeks to:

Monitor changes in jaw position and dental alignment
Evaluate compliance and improve motivation
Adjust exercises or change appliances if needed
Provide parents with progress updates and support

At our clinic in Subang Jaya, we prioritise gentle, child-friendly care during every visit.

5. How Long Is the Treatment?

The duration of myofunctional therapy varies by case. Some children show visible improvement within 2–3 months, but for stability and long-term success retention period of at least 6 months after results are seen is the best.

The goal is not just cosmetic alignment but healthy jaw growth, better breathing, and muscle balance to support proper development.

6. Child Compliance = Treatment Success

Since the appliance is removable, your child’s daily routine matters most. Consistent wear and regular exercises will determine the speed and success of the outcome.

Tips to help:

Use sticker charts or small rewards for consistent wear
Remind them it’s helping their breathing and face grow properly
Let them take ownership of appliance care (cleaning, storing, etc.)

7. Parent’s Role in Monitoring

As a parent, you’re a big part of the team! Your support includes:

Ensuring the appliance is worn as recommended
Supervising daily exercises
Tracking changes or improvements
Reporting sleep, speech, or bite changes at review visits

You’ll be given a home compliance log and tips to help make the process smoother.

What Happens After Treatment?

Once active treatment ends, we begin the retention phase to allow muscles and bone to stabilise. This helps prevent relapse.

Retainers or light-use of the appliance continue for 6 months
Progress is reviewed every 2–3 months
In some cases, fixed braces may still be needed—but often for a shorter time

Why Choose Myofunctional Braces in Subang Jaya, Klang Valley?

At our clinic, we specialise in airway-friendly, early interceptive orthodontics in Subang Jaya and serve families from Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur.

✅ Child-friendly environment
✅ Focus on function, growth, and prevention
✅ Personalised care with modern myofunctional systems like EF Line
✅ Monitoring facial development and breathing—not just teeth alignment

Summary Table: What to Expect at a Glance

Phase	What Happens
Assessment	Functional exam, photos, scans, treatment planning
Appliance Start	EF Line or similar trainer given, instructions provided
Wearing Schedule	1–2 hours/day + every night during sleep
Exercises	Daily tongue, lip, breathing, and swallowing training
Review Visits	Every 4–6 weeks to monitor and adjust
Duration	6–24 months depending on case; minimum 6 months for retention
Parental Role	Support daily use, attend reviews, track progress

Ready to Support Your Child’s Growth?

If your child snores, has a narrow jaw, poor posture, speech issues, or crowded baby teeth, early myofunctional braces may help correct these problems before they worsen.

Bring your child in for an assessment at our Subang Jaya clinic, serving patients across Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur.
Let’s support their growth with proper breathing, posture, and jaw development.