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Wednesday, September 14, 2011

A CONCEPT; INTEGRATING HOMEOBLOCK™ TREATMENT ALONG WITH CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

HOMEOBLOCK TRAINING & CERTIFICATION COURSE
Clinical Foundation of Orthopedics and Orthodontics
October 28-30, 2011
Gainesville, TX
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940.612.3900
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Dr. William Sutherland, the father of cranial osteopathy explored the concept that the bones of the skull were structured for movement. However, it was Dr. John E. Upledger who scientifically confirmed the existence of cranial bone motion. From 1975 to 1983, he served as clinical researcher and Professor of Biomechanics at Michigan State University, where he supervised a team of anatomists, physiologists, biophysicists and bioengineers in research and testing. The results not only confirmed Sutherland's theory, but led to clarification of the mechanisms behind this motion - the craniosacral system. Dr. Upledger's continued work in the field ultimately resulted in his development of Craniosacral Therapy.
Craniosacral Therapy relies on the patient's self-correcting mechanisms which are due to genetically old, environmental resistant behavior, which is activated by normalizing the environment around the brain and spinal cord. Craniosacral Therapy is able to alleviate a wide variety of dysfunctions.
The craniosacral system is a .physiological system that exists in humans and all animals that have a brain and spinal cord. In essence it is a semi-closed hydraulic system within which fluid pressure and volume rise and fall throughout life. "Craniosacral Therapy improves brain and spinal cord function and restores autonomic nervous system flexibility, adaptability and balance". This can be demonstrated with multiscale entropy (MSE) analysis of heart rate and blood pressure which provides a sensitive tool to detect changes in autonomic balance.1
We postulate; Homeoblock(tm) treatment provides enhanced cranial symmetry along with sutural homeostasis which helps to balance the cranial system and can provide autonomic system enhancement and reduce stress. We are currently in the process of demonstrating this clinically. 2

References
1- Physiol Meas. 2011 Sep;32(9):1425-37. Epub 2011 Jul 28.
The effect of orthostatic stress on multiscale entropy of heart rate and blood pressure.
Turianikova Z, Javorka K, Baumert M, Calkovska A, Javorka M

2- Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine; NEW RESEARCH; 001: 10.5664/JCSM.1192
A Possible Method to Predict Response to Non-Pharmacological Insomnia Therapy;
Lisa M. Campana,8.S.1,6;Gari D. Clifford,Ph.D.2,3,6.J7o;hn Trinder,PhD4; Stephen D. Pittman,M.S.5;Atul

CASE STUDY: ENHANCED FACIAL SYMMETRY


PATIENT BEFORE TREATMENT

THE PATIENTS RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE CHIMERA


PATIENT AFTER TREATMENT

RED SHOWS UNILATERAL LEFT SIDE BONE CHANGES FOR ENHANCED FACIAL SYMMETRY

BEFORE AND AFTER 24 MONTHS TREATMENT
ENHANCED SYMMETRY IMPLIES IMPROVED FUNCTION


LEFT SIDE DEVELOPMENT SHOWS IMPROVED LEFT EXTERNAL NASAL VALVE

CONCLUSION

Facial asymmetry can be due to a unilateral lack of development and linked to unexpressed genes for development. This presentation demonstrates the body's ability to self-correct using dentofacial orthopedics and the Homeoblock(tm) appliance. The unilateral results in the bone that we see using Analyze 10.0 developed by the Mayo Clinic can only be attributed to gene expression. The enhanced facial symmetry is consistent with sutural homeostasis and improved craniosacral function. Improved craniofacial function includes improved autonomic nervous system flexibility, adaptability and balance. Improved autonomic nervous system may result in better tone for the pharyngeal airway and a more restorative night's sleep.

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Dr. Theodore R. Belfor graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 1966 and has been in private practice for 40 years.

He has been published in CRANIO, The New York State Dental Journal, Philippine Journal of Orthodontics, Indian Dentist, Dental News (Lebanon), Novoe V Stomatologii (Russia), APEX (UK), The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, Aesthetic Dentistry Today, Dentistry Today, The Journal for the American Academy of Gnathologic Orthopedics, The Functional Orthodontist, International Journal for Orthodontics, Sleep Diagnosis and Therapy, Anti-Aging and Cosmetic Surgery Magazine.

Dr Belfor has been lecturing, teaching and training the Homeoblock(tm) protocol since 2005, at USA venues in Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; San Diego, California; Miami, Florida; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Nashville, Tennessee, New York, New York; internationally in Mumbai, India, Sydney, Australia, Warsaw, Poland and London, UK.

Additionally, Dr. Belfor is a Senior Certified Instructor for the International Association for Orthondontics (IAO), and has lectured on the Homeoblock(tm) at meetings of professional organizations including:

American Academy for Craniofacial Pain (AACP)
NYU College of Dentistry, Dental Sleep Medicine University
Sacro Occipital Technique Organization (SOTO)
Clinical Foundation of Orthopaedics & Orthodontics (CFOO)
The New York State Society of Sleep Medicine (NYSSSM)
The Center for Exceptional Practices (Cleveland, OH), John Herald, DDS
American Association for Functional Orthodontics, National Conference. (AAFO)
Annual Appliance Therapy Practioners' Association Symposium (ATPA)
Conference on Dental Management of Snoring and Sleep Apnea, Dr. Edward Spiegel
Excellence in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics (EODO), Dr. Derek Mahony
International Board of Orthodontics (IBO)
International Association for Orthodontics (IAO)
Mid-America Orthopedic/Orthodontic Institute (MAOOI)
Mini-Residency on Interdisciplinary Treatment for Orofacial Pain, Dr. Steven Olmos
Pennsylvania Craniomandibular Society (PCS), Dr. Stephen Smith

Dr. Belfor is Chairman and President of OrthoSmile, Inc. and the inventor of the patented Homeoblock(tm) orthopedic/orthodontic appliance.

Incorporate the Homeoblock(tm) treatment protocol into YOUR practice: Become a Homeoblock(tm) CERTIFIED dental professional: HOMEOBLOCK(tm)APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION COURSE AVAILABLE ON DVD Contact Pamela: OrthoSmile, Inc pbelfor@mhcable.com +1 518-943-7703 www.FacialDevelopment.com

Dr. Ted Belfor, SENIOR CERTIFIED IAO INSTRUCTOR, is available to speak to your study club, group or conference. Contact information below.

2012

Hear Dr. Belfor at:

American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, Canada Chapter (AACP.ca)
February 24, 2012
Toronto, Canada
www.aacpcanada.ca
www.ortho-dent.com/


2011

Hear Dr. Belfor at:

International Association for Orthodontics (IAO)
2011 IAO Annual Meeting
April 7-10, 2011
Scottsdale, AZ
www.Iaortho.com

Clinical Foundation of Orthopaedics & Orthodontics (CFOO)
TRIPLE-O Dental Laboratory
May 6-7, 2011
London, UK
www.tripleodentallabs.com

SOTO/USA 12TH National Clinical Symposium
Sacro Occipital Technique Organization (SOTO)
May 19-22, 2011
Nashville, TN
www.sotousa.com

NYU College of Dentistry, Dental Sleep Medicine University
June 17, 2011
New York, NY

American Academy of Craniofacial Pain (AACP)
26th Annual International Clinical Symposium
July 29-30, 2011
Baltimore, MD
www.aacfp.org

International Association for Orthodontics [IAO]-Poland
October 01-02, 2011
Warsaw, PL
www.iaortho.pl

Clinical Foundation of Orthopedics and Orthodontics
October 28-30, 2011
Gainsville, TX
www.cfoo.com

Johns Dental Laboratories
Chicago, IL
November 11-12, 2011
www.johnsdental.com

International Association for Orthodontics [IAO]-NEW ENGLAND
December 2-4, 2011
Windsor Locks, CT
www.iaone.org

Theodore R. Belfor, DDS
Chairman & President
OrthoSmile, Inc.
120 East 36th Street (Lexington & Park) Suite 1F New York, NY 10016
Tel: 518-943-9300