Facial Development Newsletter

Introducing The NuSmile Facelift Website

2011-10-14T15:30:00.000-04:00

It's here the consumer website for Dr. Belfor's Homeoblock™ Appliance. Here the Homeoblock™ Appliance is referred to as Dr. Belfor's 1-2-3 Beautifier. Please take a look and tell us what you think.

A CONCEPT; INTEGRATING HOMEOBLOCK™ TREATMENT ALONG WITH CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

2011-09-14T14:03:00.000-04:00

HOMEOBLOCK TRAINING & CERTIFICATION COURSE
Clinical Foundation of Orthopedics and Orthodontics
October 28-30, 2011
Gainesville, TX
Contact Vicky Robles:
940.612.3900
vicky@o3-i.com
www.cfoo.com

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.
38 Woodland Avenue
Catskill, NY 12414
USA
+1.518.943.7703-voice
+1.518.943.9037-facsimile
+1.917.748.3534-mobile
Belfor2@MHCable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com
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“MAXILLARY AND MANDIBULAR JAW DEVELOPMENT WITH HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE THERAPY CAN REDUCE AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION, UPPER AIRWAY RESISTANCE AND LOWER OUR STRE

2011-08-07T13:41:00.000-04:00

The medical profession is far behind when it comes to understanding adrenal gland problems. In 2011, they still do not recognize adrenal insufficiency, adrenal exhaustion or adrenal burnout as real health conditions. This is very sad, as the situation is so common.

The gene on chromosome 10 is called CYP 17; it makes the hormone Cortisol. Cortisol (hydricirtisone) Is a steroid hormone, or glucocorticoid, produced by the adrenal gland. Is is released in response to stress and a low level of blood glucocorticoids.

Cortisol is in every system of the body. It is a hormone that literally integrates the body and the mind by altering the configuration of the brain. Cortisol interferes with the immune system, changes the sensitivity of the ears, nose and eyes, and alters various bodily functions. When you have a high level of cortisol in the blood, you are by definition, "under stress." Cortisol is synonymous with stress. Chronic stress might be the most common disease in the industrialized world.

Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) raises our cortisol level at night. See: (Hypothalmus, Pituatary Adenal axis).
(UARS) is a sleep disorder characterized by airway resistance to breathing during sleep, which often goes undiagnosed or masquerades as another problem. Headaches, myalgia, sleep onset insomnia, sleep maintenance insomnia, bruxism, anxiety and depression are all symptoms of chronic stress which can be related back to respiratory effort related arousals and (UARS).1,2

Dentists do not need an MD to diagnosis Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome. With a strong background in craniofacial pain we can recognize the symptoms in our patients and provide effective treatment protocols. Patients that exhibit symptoms of chronic stress can be tested with ambulatory polysomnography to determine if there is a pattern of arousal and light sleep all night long. If we can break the pattern of chronic stress and lower cortisol levels, it will take our patients out of sympathetic mode and slow down their pulse rate and give them a more restorative night's sleep. Homeoblock(tm) appliance therapy treatment, myofunctional therapy and breathing exercises can help with this problem.

Cortisol is synonymous with stress. Stress is with us daily in our high pressure society. It is what happens to our stress (cortisol) levels at night which is so important to our health and well being. If we have high levels of cortisol in our blood at night we are subject to sleep maintenance insomnia and a reduction in deep (slow wave) sleep and REM sleep3

Obstruction in areas 1, 2,or 3 can cause upper airway resistance and cortisol in the blood.

Maxillary development with the Homeoblock(tm) appliance reduces obstruction in area 1

Increased vertical height accomplished with a 5mm bite block on the 2nd bicuspid and first molar of the Homeoblock(tm) appliance lowers the soft palate and reduces obstruction in area 2.

Bringing the tongue forward through the teeth to the lips while biting on the bite block will contract and tone the genioglossus and reduce the obstruction in area 3.

The Homeoblock(tm) appliance therapy can be demonstrated to reduce UARS and result in less arousal and a more restorative nights sleep.

REFERENCES
1- Stephen Y. Park, MD; Sleep Interrupted, Jodev Press LLC (2008)

2-Recent article linking genetics, cortisol and depression;http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21316860

3-The data show a strong influence of cortisol on total sleep time and slow wave sleep (SWS) as well as rapid eye movement (REM) sleep http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17512794

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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 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 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.

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

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

Singh GD. Diaz J, et al. Facial Changes Following Treatment with a Removable Orthodontic Appliance in Adults. Funct Orthod. 2004;15:27-30
Belfor TR. The Dentist's Role in Facial Anti-Aging. Int J Orthod 2009;20 (2) 35-37
Belfor TR. Epigenetic Orthodontics. NYSDJ. 2010;76(6) 18-21

AN ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT TO LEFORTE SURGERY FOR A RETRUDED UNDERDEVELOPED MAXILLA

2011-07-14T13:13:00.000-04:00

THE PATIENT BEFORE TREATMENT

THE PATIENT AFTER TREATMENT

A chief complaint for patients that are Class lll with underdeveloped maxilla is a concave facial appearance which prompts them to elect maxillary advancement

surgery.

Before | After

Dentofacial othopedics with the Homeoblock™ appliance has added 3.3mm to midface development. The patient is satisfied with his appearance without maxillary surgical advancement. Furthermore, dental reconstruction has provided him with a satisfactory dental bite centric relation.

Before | AfterShows improved centric relation

His skeletal development indicated in red, shows asymmetric bone development (more on the right side) which has enhanced his facial symmetry. This result could never be achieved with surgery.

Surgery is often elected by patients to correct pharyngeal airway breathing issues. Dentofacial orthopedics with Homeoblock™ treatment can develop both the oropharyngeal and the nasopharyngeal airway, alleviating compromised pharyngeal airway breathing problems, without the invasion of surgery.

Before treatment.

After treatment.

Before | After

Red is before and green is after.

Registered before and after CBCT scans indicate maxillary and mandibular remodeling and the body’s ability to self correct. We see maxillary remodeling with rotation upward and forward and mandibular remodeling downward and backward.

We Can Treat Respiratory Effort-Related Arousals!

2011-06-09T22:33:00.000-04:00

MARK YOUR CALENDAR::
DR. DEREK MAHONY
Introduction to Advanced Lightwire Functionals
London, UK
Thursday June 16th 2011
For information:
http://www.derekmahony.com/FutureCourses.htm
http://www.alforthodontics.com/Seminars_Resources.htm

2011-4 Newsletter

Senior Certified IAO Instructor

Sleep-Disordered Breathing
During sleep, air should move freely and rhythmically in and out of the lungs via the nose and/or mouth just as while awake. When this normal breathing pattern is disrupted during sleep, "sleep-disordered breathing" is said to occur. Sleep-disordered breathing refers to a range of breathing disturbances, including apneas, hypopneas, snoring, and respiratory effort-related arousals. Sometimes the throat narrows enough to cause loud snoring and hard breathing, but not enough to produce apneas or hypopneas. Breathing in this situation can be difficult enough to wake the sleeper, an occurrence referred to as a respiratory effort related arousal (RERA).

Case Study:

The following patient was treated for 15 months with Homeoblock™ appliances, upper and lower. He was instructed and used myofunctional and breathing exercises in conjunction with the appliance therapy. It is postulated that maxillary development and mandibular development reduced upper airway resistance in the nasal airway and reduced pharyngeal airway resistance in the hypopharnx which resulted in an improved sleep pattern.

Please see the results:

Epigenetic morphogenesis.
Skeletal changes illustrate the body's ability to self correct.
Note: Change in jaw position and the results at the TMJ

CONCLUSION:

What we see here is epigenetic morphogenesis:

Morphogenesis (from the Greek morphê shape and genesis creation, literally, "beginning of the shape"), is the biological process that causes an organism to develop its shape.

In the adult patient these changes that we see here can only be attributed to genetic expression. Hence "Epigenetic Morphogenesis"

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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 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 and New York, NY; internationally in Mumbai, India, Sydney, Australia and Warsaw, Poland.

Additionally, Dr. Belfor has lectured on the Homeoblock(tm) at meetings of professional organizations including:

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.

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

2011 Schedule:

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

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

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

www.iaone.org

Singh GD. Diaz J, et al. Facial Changes Following Treatment with a Removable Orthodontic Appliance in Adults. Funct Orthod. 2004;15:27-30
Belfor TR. The Dentist's Role in Facial Anti-Aging. Int J Orthod 2009;20 (2) 35-37
Belfor TR. Epigenetic Orthodontics. NYSDJ. 2010;76(6) 18-21

Theodore R. Belfor, DDS
Chairman & President
OrthoSmile, Inc.
38 Woodland Avenue
Catskill, NY 12414
USA
+1.518.943.7703-voice
+1.518.943.9037-facsimile
+1.917.748.3534-mobile
Belfor2@MHCable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com

WHY SHOULD I USE THE HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE?

2011-05-14T14:29:00.000-04:00

Using the Homeoblock™ appliance:

Intermittent light forces can be applied to the teeth that can remodel the dental alveolus and make more room to straighten teeth.

The frontomaxillary, nasomaxillary and zygomaticomaxillary sutures remain open up to the seventh and eighth decades of life.1
These sutures can be activated with intermittent force applied by biting on the bite block on the appliance resulting in midface development.

The bite block provides the opportunity to bring the tongue upward and forward through the teeth to the lips. This is the best possible way to open the airway for maximum airflow.

The following is a case study that has been successful in treating the patient's headaches and daytime fatigue in just one month:

Compromised airway shows inflammation

AP airway 3.6 mm. should be 16mm

Short face and retruded maxilla

Hyoid below the 3^rd cervical vertebrae, cervical spine in extension

Frankfort Plane

Head position in extension. The Frankfort plane should be parallel to the floor.

Note: His head position in extension for survival.
Bringing the jaw forward is not good enough to open this patient's airway.

Getting the tongue out of the mouth is more effective.

The patient was given tongue and breathing exercises along with the Homeoblock™ appliance.

He was instructed to raise the headboard of his bed 3 inches. Raising the headboard helps to prevent the gastric juices backing up into throat when negative pressure is present in the airway.

In one months time he reported considerable improvement in daytime fatigue and no more headaches.

The following demonstrates airway changes bringing the tongue forward through the teeth to the lips.

References

Rice D.P., Craniofacial sutures; development disease and treatment. Frontiers of Oral Biology 2010 (12)

EXPAND YOUR PRACTICE INTO THE LUCRATIVE MARKET OF ANTI-AGING AND FACIAL DEVELOPMENT

2011-03-08T09:06:00.000-05:00

2011-3 Newsletter

Dentofacial orthopedics therapy involves the control and/or modification of facial growth. These therapies address skeletal imbalances of the face and jaws. Dentofacial orthopedics has been successfully used in adults to treat TMJ dysfunction and eliminate the need for jaw surgery. Whatever treatment protocol you have been using, the Homeoblock™ appliance therapy provides facial and skeletal balance through sutural homeostasis and epigentics.

Where is the science? Software developed by the Mayo clinic allows us to register before and after 3D bone scans and scientifically quantify the changes in the bone that are the results of our Homeoblock™ treatment; please see below.

The patient above shows more level eyes, more prominent cheekbones, a fuller upper lip, firmer jaw and better facial symmetry after six months of treatment. The skeletal changes are shown in red. They show enhanced bone development under the left eye and left malar region leveling the eyes. There is tooth movement at the left central, lateral and cuspid and maxillary development on the left side which supports the upper lip and reduces the nasolabial depression on the left. The mandible has remodeled mainly on the right side. The overview is improved balance and harmony.

We are programmed for symmetry in the external skeleton. The right side shows bone remodeling in the temporal, frontal, superior orbital and inferior malar region. The left side shows bone remodeling in the inferior orbital, superior malar and maxillary regions. This obvious asymmetrical change show how nature decides where the correction is necessary to give us symmetry.

RESULTS AFTER 24 MONTHS TREATMENT

After 24 moths of Homeoblock™ Therapy:
enhanced symmetry and bone development.

After Just Six Months

THE HOMEOBLOCK™AS A TONGUE RETAINING DEVICE

2011-02-07T07:37:00.000-05:00

2011-2 Newsletter

The tongue position is reflexively controlled by the jaw position (the jaw-tongue reflex). The tongue movement of mammals is intimately coordinated with jaw movement during dynamic functions in the oro-facial region¹In simple terms, opening the jaw more than 10 degrees will result in a backward reflex movement (styloglossus-primary retracting muscle) of the tongue, while clenching however, will activate afferents from the TMJ and the masseter and temporalis mucles through the hypoglossal nerve and through a reflex action of the genioglossus (primary protruding muscle) result in a contraction and a forward movement of the tongue².

Fig. 1 this patient is biting on a bite block on the upper right second bicuspid and upper right first molar. The patient has moved his tongue forward between his teeth.

When the above patient brings his lips together with his tongue in the above position and activates the genioglossal refex by clenching, a combination of a suction seal between the lips, tongue and the roof of the mouth, the reflex that brings the tongue forward, makes it very difficult to physically retract the tongue, hence the Homeoblock™ as a tongue retaining device. Try this! Close your mouth and bring your tongue up against your palate and the back of your front teeth. Now clench your teeth and try to move your tongue back away from your front teeth. You will find quite a bit of resistance. This is the reflex action at work.

The tongue is now in an upward and forward position opening the superior oropharyngeal airway space which allows for better breathing. Have your patienttry this and they will be very impressed. Furthermore, when the patient clenches and activates the forward tongue reflex and contracts the genioglossus we are providing the exercise necessary for toning the posterior tongue and permanently opening the airway space.

^Fig.2

Fig.2 is a registration of a before and after scans of a treated patient which shows slight mandibular repositioning and the toning of the posterior tongue^{(genioglossus) and improvement at the base of the tongue all in red.}

Once this forward tongue position is established the patient should be instructed to breathe in slowly to a count of eight and hold their breath for a count of one and then breathe out. This is a method to increase oxygen saturation and improve general well being for the patient. When the tongue space is compromised by underdeveloped jaws the patient can be trained to bring his or her tongue forward to the position shown and over time will find the position even while sleeping since the tongue is happy to be up and out of the mouth. (I know this is true since I have done it for myself).

Before After

These airway changes were accomplished with the Homeoblock™ protocol.

References

1-Lowe, 1980; Gordon and Herring, 1987; Sahara et al., 1988; Dinardo and Travers, 1994) found at:

2-Jaw-Tongue Reflex: Afferents, Central Pathways, and Synaptic Potentials in Hypoglossal J DENT RES 2000 79: 1626

Y. Ishiwata, T. Ono, T. Kuroda and Y. Nakamura
Motoneurons in the Cat

AIRWAY ASYMMETRY AS AN INDICATION FOR HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE TREATMENT

Right side underdevelopment

Right side maxilla underdeveloped

Right nasal valve stenosis

Right pharyngeal arway compromised

Right superior joint space compromised

Right epiglottis compromised

This patient will show improved breathing with Homeoblock™ treatment.

Homeoblock treatment harnesses the body’s natural ability for self correction. The Homeoblock™ has the ability to improve symmetry through epigenetics. The result is better sleep, less snoring, more oxygen and more well being.

Using Dentofacial Orthopedics to Treat Sleep Apnea

2011-01-10T10:18:00.000-05:00

2011(1) Newsletter

How does it Work?

Modification of the craniofacial region is possible. A significant amount of growth potential resides in the craniofacial system throughout life. Dentofacial orthopedic therapies amount to growth guidance. Rapid maxillary palatal expansion in children is a common event producingchanges in maxillary size and shape which has been shown to affect the airway. Less common is slow palatal expansion in adults. The Homeoblock™ removable orthopedic/orthodontic appliance using slow palatal expansion can provide an environmental stimulation resulting in an epigenetic response, namely maxillary morphogenesis. Morphogenesis is defined as “the biological process that causes an organism to develop its shape”.

The upper Homeoblock™ appliance may reduce nasal airway resistance through induced maxillary morphogenesis. The lower Homeoblock ™ appliance can improve tongue posture and muscle tone. Both appliances have to work together to get good results.

“There are statistically significantassociations between nasal cavity dimensions and peak nasal inspiratory flow. The mostimportant structural determinant for peak nasal inspiratory flow is the minimal cross-sectionalarea of the nasal cavity. The narrowest point of the nasal passage, the functional nasal valve, is the most important determinant for inspiratory nasal airflow, being the main flow limiting segment of the nasal cavity.”

[Relation of Nasal Air Flow to Nasal Cavity Dimensions

Thomas Kjærgaard, MD; Milada, Cvancarova, MSc; Sverre K. Steinsvåg, MD, PhD Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2009;135(6):565-570]

TREATMENT WITH THE UPPER HB APPLIANCE DEMONSTRATES CHANGES IN THE NASAL VALVE AT THE MINIMAL CROSS SECTIONAL AREA.

Before After

The increased symmetry in the nares at the nasal valve in the after-photo is a result of maxillary morphogenesis (the Spatial Martrix Hypothesis)^* which reduces airway resistance and results in the left Nares becoming smaller and the right nares larger.

Before After

In the above after-photo, notice that both nares are wider and more symmetrical. This can be attributed to maxillary morphogenesis and development, producing an increase in size and improved function. The result is still less airway resistance.

We postulate that we have improved symmetry and therefore,improved function. Improved function is consistent with improved symmetry.

Improving symmetry improves biological function, a truism.

Edler cited research supporting the claim that bilateral symmetry is an important indicator of freedom from disease, and worthiness for mating.
^ Edler R. J. "Background Considerations to Facial Aesthetics", (British) Journal of Orthodontics, Vol. 28, No. 2, June 2001, pp. 159-168.

* Singh G.D., Krumholtz J.A., Epigenetic Orthodontics in Adults Selane Products Inc.,2009

The lower appliance is designed to bring the tongue upward and forward. A patient that has a good nasopharyngeal airway and a compromised oropharyngeal airway can be treated with a lower appliance only.

Red shows the improved tongue position, tone and the resulting increased pharyngeal airway size.
Note: These images have been created after registering before and after CBCT scans using Analyze 10.0 from the Mayo Clinic.

We have demonstrated a large increase in pharyngeal airway radius. Since airflow is a factor of r⁴, the radius to the fourth power, we have improved airflow considerably.

Poiseuille’s Law: ∆P= 8µLQ / πr⁴

Further research is necessary to show that these airway improvements reduce sleep apnea.

Using Dentofacial Orthopedics to Treat Sleep Apnea

2010-12-06T16:40:00.000-05:00

Dentofacial orthopedics is, “The control or modification of facial growth” and can, in some patients, improve nasal valve function and nasal airway patency.

12 Months of treatment with the Homeoblock™ Appliance
· Increases Mid-face Volume
· Produces a Wider Oropharyngeal Airway
· Improves the Nasopharyngeal Airway
· Severe Sleep Apnea Reduced to Mild Sleep Apnea

*Note: Nasal resistance has been shown to negatively impact the result of MAS and CPAP treatment for sleep apnea. The HB appliance can be provided as an adjunct to MAS and CPAP treatment.

*Influence of nasal resistance on oral appliance treatment outcome in obstructive sleep apnea.
Sleep. 2008 Apr 1;31(4):543- Zeng B Ng AT, Sian J, Petocz P, Darendeliler MA, Cistulli PA.
Centre for Sleep Health & Research, Department of Respiratory Medicine, Royal North Shore Hospital, University of Sydney, Australia.

Influence of nasal resistance on initial acceptance of continuous positive airway pressure in treatment for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.
Sugiura T, Noda A, Nakata S, Yasuda Y, Soga T, Miyata S, Nakai S, Koike Y.
CONCLUSIONS: Nasal resistance before the beginning of CPAP treatment has a significant effect on the acceptance of CPAP in OSAS patients, and hence, could be a predictive parameter for the initial acceptance

A CASE STUDY

HB appliances after 12 months of slow advancement

Facial development after 12 months.

The pattern of facial development
Note: The changes around the nasal base.

Increased volume right side 0.71cc

Increased volume left side 1.11cc

Red shows axial airway development. Green shows mandibular anterior movement

Before After

Improved nasal valve function

Improved nasal function; improved airflow at the nasal valves and around the turbinates.

Improved Hyoid position indicates better muscle tone.

November 2009 ODI 13.4

November 2010 ODI 4.5

CONCLUSION

Dentofacial orthopedics is an alternative treatment for sleep apnea patients. Twelve months of Homeoblock™ treatment can provide an exit strategy for certain severe sleep apnea patients that do not desire to wear a CPAP or a dental appliance for the rest of their lives.

We are currently working out the protocol to determine which patients are best suited for this type of treatment.

Click Link Below for the Nov./Dec 2010 Newsletter

2010-11-10T13:43:00.000-05:00

http://facialdevelopment.blogspot.com/2010_12_01_archive.html

Airway Morphology and Sleep Apnea

2010-10-11T12:52:00.000-04:00

Airways that were more elliptical in shape and mediolaterally oriented, (greater lateral/retroglossal anteroposterior dimension ratio), had a decreased tendency toward obstruction.

J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010 Feb;68(2):354-62. Epub 2010 Jan 15

This 60 year old male patient, after 12 months of dentofacial orthopedics, shows improved facial and airway development.

Enhanced facial development is evidenced by more prominent cheekbones, increased mid-face volume, wider mouth and firmer jaws.

Before After

Here the pharyngeal airway shows improved lateral dimension as well as improved symmetry and form.

The mandibular advancement shown above might be a contributing factor. The airway form (a butterfly shape) is nature’s optimum design for effectiveness in protecting the airway from collapse.
A 20 year old female after 12 months of dentofacial orthopedics shows improved facial and airway development.

This young patient shows up to 3.4 mm change around the mouth and nasolabial depression. Her eyes have improved because she is breathing better.

The pharyngeal area shows improved shape (more elliptical) and size.

Conclusion:
These case studies indicate that we can arrest and reverse the premature aging of the face and airway using dentofacial orthopedics.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE

2010-09-13T13:27:00.000-04:00

On occasion, in thoughtful query, a few in the profession have expressed that the basis for the Homeoblock™ Appliance protocol is anecdotal, without scientific basis. I will address such judgment herein.

Donald Enlow in the “Essentials of Facial Growth, second edition”, points out that “bone remodeling and displacement are the two critical elements of growth and development.” He indicates that “the brain with its associated sensory organs and basicranium, the facial and pharyngeal airway, and the oral complex are all interrelated.” He states that “the airway function is the keystone for the face and that growth processes work toward an ongoing state of composite function and structural equilibrium.”

We postulate that with age, the loss of facial support; i.e. bone volume, fat and collagen, is reflected in the pharyngeal airway as loss of volume and tone.

Pharyngeal airway of a healthy 15 year old girl.

Collapsed airway of an adult patient.

It is documented via evidence based science, that Homeoblock™ Appliance treatment results in a better developed face.

Research has demonstrated “facial changes of 8-11% size-increase extending across the maxillofacial region” and findings consistent with a “more symmetrical and better developed appearance compared with pre-treatment condition.” (Singh, G.D. et al., Facial changes following treatment with a removable orthodontic appliance in adults. Funct Orthod, 21:18-23, 2004).

Following along, a better developed airway would be in accordance with Enlow’s principles of growth and development and the interrelationship between the face and the airway. See below:

The shape and contour of the posterior wall of the pharyngeal airway at the level of C2 behind the tongue, is significant in maintaining the airway opening when the airway is compromised by the tongue.

With the type of compromised airway contour shown above, the airway is sealed off when the tongue collapses against the pharyngeal wall.

The shape and contour of the pharyngeal wall shown in the photo above, allows the airway to remain patent, with the tongue collapsed against the wall.
The above photo shows a patient’s airway before Homeoblock™ treatment.

Airway contour above is after Homeoblock™ Appliance treatment, and is more conducive to maintaining airway patency after tongue collapse.
This patient has a compromised airway. Note the shape of the posterior pharyngeal wall. The patient has been under Homeoblock™ Appliance treatment for 3 months. Note that the Hyoid is below the 3rd cervical vertebrae.
The patient’s facial improvement, particularly under the chin, indicates the possibility of an improvement in the airway. She will have a follow-up scan in 3 months. Stay tuned.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE

2010-08-11T13:14:00.000-04:00

Donald Enlow in the “Essentials of Facial Growth, second edition”, points out that “bone remodeling and displacement are the two critical elements of growth and development.” He indicates that “the brain with its associated sensory organs and basicranium, the facial and pharyngeal airway, and the oral complex are all interrelated.” He states that “the airway function is the keystone for the face and that growth processes work toward an ongoing state of composite function and structural equilibrium.”

We postulate that with age, the loss of facial support; i.e. bone volume, fat and collagen, is reflected in the pharyngeal airway as loss of volume and tone.

Pharyngeal airway of a healthy 15 year old girl.

Collapsed airway of an adult patient.

It is documented via evidence based science, that Homeoblock™ Appliance treatment results in a better developed face.

Following along, a better developed airway would be in accordance with Enlow’s principles of growth and development and the interrelationship between the face and the airway. See below:

With the type of compromised airway contour shown above, the airway is sealed off when the tongue collapses against the pharyngeal wall.

The shape and contour of the pharyngeal wall shown in the photo above, allows the airway to remain patent, with the tongue collapsed against the wall.

The above photo shows a patient’s airway before Homeoblock™ treatment.

Airway contour above is after Homeoblock™ Appliance treatment, and is more conducive to maintaining airway patency after tongue collapse.

This patient has a compromised airway. Note the shape of the posterior pharyngeal wall. The patient has been under Homeoblock™ Appliance treatment for 3 months. Note that the Hyoid is below the 3rd cervical vertebrae.
The patient’s facial improvement, particularly under the chin, indicates the possibility of an improvement in the airway. She will have a follow-up scan in 3 months. Stay tuned.

BIO-ENGINEERING THE AIRWAY

2010-07-26T17:04:00.000-04:00

All biological systems have the ability for self correction.
Altering tongue posture and swallowing can tone the airway and increase airway volume.
The Homeoblock™ orthodontic/orthopedic appliance can correct improper swallowing habits and increase the airway size.

Case study l
A female patient with dental crowding treated with the Homeoblock™ for 12 months shows an increase in airway size. (Red area shows improved airway)

Improved hyoid angle indicates improved muscle tone.

The AP airway increases from 10 mm to 15mm; a 50% increase.
The red area shows increase in airway.

Case study ll
A male patient with sleep apnea was treated with the Homeoblock™ appliance for 12 months.

The AP airway increased from 3m to 6mm; a 100% increase.

Case study lll
A male patient with sleep apnea was treated with the Homeoblock™ appliance for six months

A 100% increase in AP airway. Red area indicates increase in airway.

Dr. Theodore R. Belfor graduated from New York University College of Dentistry in 1966 and has been in private practice for 40 years.
Dr. Belfor is Chairman and President of OrthoSmile, Inc. and the inventor of the patented Homeoblock™ orthopedic/orthodontic appliance.

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THE HOMEOBLOCK ™ ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCE
INTRODUCTION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED PROTOCOLS
&
“The Airway and Dentofacial Orthopedics”
DAY-LONG SEMINAR
**8 CE CREDITS AVAILABLE**
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
OCTOBER, 2010 [date to be announced]
830am-430pm
NEW YORK ATHLETIC CLUB
180 Central Park South
New York, NY 10019-1562
212-767-7025

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

Dr. Belfor is pleased to announce that he has been selected to attend the:
IAO 2010 INSTRUCTORS INSTITUTE

Occlusal Imbalance

2010-06-21T17:48:00.000-04:00

Occlusal imbalance causes headaches and TMJ disorder.

If our occlusion is not in harmony and balance the muscles of the neck can be affected along with the muscles for mastication.The scalene muscles are the stabilizers.
Short muscles under spinal control
Optimize your movement and minimize your stress.
They are switched off most of the time.They only come into play when the joint is stressed.
If your patient shows pain in the scalene muscles chances are their occlusion needs attention.

Homeoblock™ treatment to correct occlusal imbalance, testing is done with a T Scan bite analysis

Patient treated with the Homeoblock™ Appliance
A patient wearing a sleep appliance for several years has had tooth movement creating open spaces and developed pain symptoms and was evaluated and treated.
This patient data was provided by Dr. Arnold Valdez, Claremont, California.

BASELINE 2007

Minimal tooth contact

2008 ONE YEAR TREATMENT

Improved occlusal balance and tooth contact

2009 TWO YEARS TREATMENT

Further improvement in occlusal balance and tooth contact

Before and after treatment:

RESULTS:
This patient shows improved occlusal harmony, better tongue posture and increased airway volume over a two year period. This patient’s head and neck pain were treated successfully.

MAXILLARY DEVELOPMENT

2010-05-21T17:16:00.000-04:00

HOMEOBLOCK™ SEMINAR THE HOMEOBLOCK ™ ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCE INTRODUCTION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED PROTOCOLS & “EPIGENETICS FOR YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE” Florida; New York; Warsaw, Poland Details below… ATTENDANCE IS FREE - DON’T MISS IT!

“MODIFICATION OF THE ADULT CRANIOFACIAL REGION IS POSSIBLE, A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF GROWTH POTENTIAL RESIDES IN THE CRANIOFACIAL SYSTEM THROUGHOUT LIFE” Singh, GD

“MAXILLARY DEVELOPMENT RESULTS IN AN UPWARD AND FORWARD MORPHOGENESIS OF THE MAXILLA” Enlow, DH

The face of the young woman above shows the effects of maxillary development with twelve months of Homeoblock™ treatment.

As the maxilla develops and rotates upward and forward we see a fuller upper lip, less sclera under the eyes with better drainage and a reduction of lines and depressions.
Please note mid-face development

Please note mid-face development

Postural and airway changes take place

Mid-face Volume is increased.
The pattern of facial development also affects the eyes.

Please note the improvement under the eyes

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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 The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry, Aesthetic Dentistry Today, Dentistry Today, Sleep Diagnosis and Therapy, 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™ protocol since 2005, at USA venues in Phoenix, Arizona, Los Angeles, California, San Diego, California, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and New York, NY and internationally in Mumbai, India and Sydney, Australia.

Additionally, Dr. Belfor has lectured on the Homeoblock™ at meetings of professional organizations including:

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™ orthopedic/orthodontic appliance.

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THE HOMEOBLOCK ™
ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCE
INTRODUCTION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED PROTOCOLS
DAY-LONG SEMINAR

NEW YORK, NEW YORK
SATURDAY JUNE 26, 2010
8:30am-4:30pm
NEW YORK ATHLETIC CLUB
180 Central Park South
New York, NY 10019-1562
212-767-7025

AVENTURA (NORTH MIAMI), FLORIDA
SATURDAY JUNE 19, 2010
8:30am-4:30pm
ENSENADA
3401 North Country Club Drive
Building #1,
Aventura, FL 33180
(305) 932-4435
<>

Overview:
Introduction to the Homeoblock™ orthopedic/orthodontic appliance
Diagnostic and treatment protocol
Jaw development and tooth movement
Application for facial development, treatment for the airway, TMJ, and anti-aging
Designing cases and adjusting the appliance
Facial development and anti-aging techniques
Bring study models and facial photos for case treatment planning and design

Course Highlights:
Airway treatment and gene environmental interaction, theory and practice.
What is the science of Epigenetics?
A protocol for possible exit strategy for sleep apnea patients that wear a CPAP device.
Clinical examples illustrating face, airway and TMJ treatment through craniofacial development.
State of the art 3D technology for diagnosis of patients before and after developmental procedures.
A non-surgical facial anti-aging protocol
The Homeoblock™ appliance and why it is different from all other functional appliances.

Registration/Information:
Pamela: 518-943-7703
pbelfor@mhcable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com

Theodore R. Belfor DDS to present the
HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR
ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT 5th IAO Poland Section Meeting <> WARSAW, POLAND <> May 28-30, 2010

Registration/Information
Ewa Rybicka, Office Manager
UNO-DENTAL (IAO Poland Section Coordinator) 
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HYPERLINK "http://www.unodental.pl" http://www.unodental.pl 
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Incorporate the Homeoblock™ treatment protocol into YOUR practice: Become a Homeoblock™ CERTIFIED dental professional:
HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING
AND CERTIFICATON COURSE AVAILABLE ON DVD

Contact Pamela, OrthoSmile, Inc: 518-943-7703
pbelfor@mhcable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com
+1 518-943-7703

Dr. Belfor is pleased to announce that he has been selected to attend the: IAO 2010 INSTRUCTORS INSTITUTE

SEMINAR

2010-04-06T14:19:00.000-04:00

THE HOMEOBLOCK ™ ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCE INTRODUCTION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED PROTOCOLS & “EPIGENETICS FOR YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE”
Florida; New York; Warsaw, Poland
Details below…

ATTENDANCE IS FREE - DON’T MISS IT!

THE HOMEOBLOCK™ ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC FUNCTIONAL APPLIANCE

“THE MAXIMUM GENETIC POTENTIAL CAN ONLY BE ACHIEVED BY FREEING UP CRANIAL RESTRICTION”

“THIS CAN BE ACHIEVED BY HARNESSING THE SELF CORRECTIVE MECHANISMS INHERENT IN LIVING SYSTEMS” [Gavin James, Dennis Strokan]

RESULTS AFTER 6 MONTHS

PRESENTING STATE-OF-THE–ART SOFTWARE RED SHOWS BONE MORPHOGENESIS

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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™ orthopedic/orthodontic appliance.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

THE HOMEOBLOCK ™
ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCE
INTRODUCTION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED PROTOCOLS
&
EPIGENETICS FOR YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE

DAY-LONG SEMINAR
**CE CREDITS AVAILABLE**

AVENTURA (NORTH MIAMI), FLORIDA
SATURDAY JUNE 19, 2010
830am-430pm
ENSENADA #1
3401 North Country Club Drive
Management Building
Aventura, FL 33180
(305) 932-4435
<>
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
SATURDAY JUNE 26, 2010
830am-430pm
NEW YORK ATHLETIC CLUB
180 Central Park South
New York, NY 10019-1562
212-767-7025
<>

Overview:

Introduction to the Homeoblock™ orthopedic/orthodontic appliance
Diagnostic and treatment protocol
Jaw development and tooth movement
Application for facial development, treatment for the airway, TMJ, and anti-aging
Designing cases and adjusting the appliance
Facial development and anti-aging techniques
Bring study models and facial photos for case treatment planning and design

Course Highlights:

Airway treatment and gene environmental interaction, theory and practice.
What is the science of Epigenetics?
A protocol for possible exit strategy for sleep apnea patients that wear a CPAP device.
Clinical examples illustrating face, airway and TMJ treatment through craniofacial development.
State of the art 3D technology for diagnosis of patients before and after developmental procedures.
A non-surgical facial anti-aging protocol The Homeoblock™ appliance and why it is different from all other functional appliances.

Registration/Information:
OrthoSmile, Inc.
Pamela: 518-943-7703
pbelfor@mhcable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Incorporate the Homeoblock™ treatment protocol into YOUR practice:
Become a Homeoblock™ CERTIFIED dental professional:

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON COURSE

AVAILABLE ON DVD

Contact Pamela:
OrthoSmile, Inc
pbelfor@mhcable.com
+1 518-943-7703
www.FacialDevelopment.com

Dr. Belfor is pleased to announce that he has been selected to attend the:
IAO 2010 INSTRUCTORS INSTITUTE

THE FACE and THE AIRWAY, GENE ENVIRONMENTAL INTERACTION EPIGENETICS and THE HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE

2010-03-06T13:53:00.000-05:00

The twenty first century has been marked by the scientific breakthrough, sequencing the genome. Deciphering the four-letter code denominating each of 25,000 genes is the beginning of the greatest research project of our time. As many as 4,000 diseases are linked to single genes. Scientists are looking forward to curing diseases through gene interaction.

Gene expression is not automatic. It relies on outside influences. Generally, mechanical or environmental influences are the catalytic events. What the scientists need is the mechanism for activating and de-activating gene expression. This is the new science of Epigenetics, “epi” meaning "above”, hence Epigenetics, “above the genes.”

We now know there are 50-100 times more Epigenetic factors than there are genes. Sequencing the “Epigenome” is possibly the greatest research project of the twenty-first century.

How does this affect the dentist and dental practice? The answer is, as a result of the science of Epigenetics and stimulating latent gene expressing, we can help our patients reach their full potential.

“It is never too late to be who you might have been”, George Elliott.

Six months of Homeoblock™ treatment

Before

After

Note: Right nostril opening We can arrest and reverse the aging process of the face through gene environmental interaction, i.e. catalyzing latent genes to express themselves.

This is accomplished with a simple intra-oral dental appliance worn in the nighttime only, the patented HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE.

The above facial changes represent external results of gene expression. Internal results can be documented as well.

For example, a better developed pharyngeal airway and improved breathing capability.

Before After

Our faces and airways are the result of our present-day diet and the air we breathe. Soft, refined foods with reduced need for the chewing mechanism, limit jaw development. Polluted air and mouth breathing negatively affect healthy airway development.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
THE HOMEOBLOCK ™
ORTHOPEDIC/ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCE
INTRODUCTION, TRAINING AND ADVANCED PROTOCOLS
DAY-LONG SEMINAR
**CE CREDITS AVAILABLE**
AVENTURA (NORTH MIAMI), FLORIDA
SATURDAY JUNE 19, 2010
9am-5pm
ENSENADA #1
3401 North Country Club Drive
Management Building
Aventura, FL 33180
(305) 932-4435
<>
NEW YORK, NEW YORK
SATURDAY JUNE 26, 2010
9am-5pm
NEW YORK ATHLETIC CLUB
180 Central Park South
New York, NY 10019-1562
212-767-7025
<>

Overview:

Introduction to the Homeoblock™ orthopedic/orthodontic appliance Diagnostic and treatment protocol Jaw development and tooth movement Application for facial development, treatment for the airway, TMJ, and anti-aging Designing cases and adjusting the appliance Facial development and anti-aging techniques Bring study models and facial photos for case treatment planning and design

Course Highlights:

Airway treatment and gene environmental interaction, theory and practice.
What is the science of Epigenetics?
A protocol for possible exit strategy for sleep apnea patients that wear a CPAP device.
Clinical examples illustrating face, airway and TMJ treatment through craniofacial development.
State of the art 3D technology for diagnosis of patients before and after developmental procedures.
A non-surgical facial anti-aging protocol
The Homeoblock™ appliance and why it is different from all other functional appliances.

Registration/Information:
OrthoSmile, Inc.
Pamela:
518-943-7703
pbelfor@mhcable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com

HOW DO WE EVALUATE A PATIENT FOR COMPROMISED AIRWAY ISSUES?

2010-02-05T14:13:00.000-05:00

CASE STUDY #2
In January, we looked at the “LONG-FACE” patient. We will now discuss the “SHORT-FACE” patient.

This patient presented with symptoms of severe post nasal drip and accumulation of mucous in his throat, to the point of gagging.

The slope of the eyes tells us that this patient has an underdeveloped maxilla. The lower left eye, longer nasolabial depression and lower left corner of the mouth tell us he is left-side underdeveloped.

A transverse section confirming the patient’s left side is less developed than the right side.

The distance between the upper first molars is only 28mms. The distance should be at least 38mms, confirming the underdeveloped maxilla. *Note: Because there is no room, the tongue sits low and away from the palate.

The patient’s Cranial Base Length is 108.2 mm. He is skeletally Class l. His “A” point and “B” point approximate the length of the cranial base.
His cervical spine lordosis and head position are good.

The distance from Nasion to the “B” point is only 94.2mm. Compared with the 108mm Cranial Base Length, this is a “short face” patient.
The short face combined with the low tongue position indicates possible apnea.

A 9mm anterior-posterior airway is compromised; it should be 16 mm. The tongue position is low in the mouth, further compromising the airway.

Further evaluation indicates this patient shows an elongated styloid processes, left and right side, and he has Eagle Syndrome.

Diagnosis: It is suggested that the patient’s post nasal drip could be due to compromised breathing and improper sinus drainage due to an underdeveloped maxilla, and the gagging sensation after the accumulation of mucous is due to the presence of Eagle Syndrome.

Treatment Plan: A plan for this patient would consist of 12 months of Homeoblock™ treatment to improve sinus drainage and surgery to remove the elongated styloid processes.

Theodore R. Belfor DDS to present the
HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR
ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT

5th IAO Poland Section Meeting
Warsaw, POLAND
May 28-30, 2010

Incorporate the Homeoblock™ treatment protocol into YOUR practice:
Become a Homeoblock™ CERTIFIED dental professional:

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON COURSE
AVAILABLE ON DVD

Contact Pamela: OrthoSmile, Inc
pbelfor@mhcable.com
+1 518-943-7703
Or Register at: www.FacialDevelopment.com

HOW DO WE EVALUATE A PATIENT FOR COMPROMISED AIRWAY ISSUES?

2010-01-05T14:45:00.000-05:00

A CASE STUDY

LONG FACE SYNDROME

A SEVERELY COMPROMISED AIRWAY (3.3MM SHOULD BE 16MM)

INTER MOLAR DISTANCE 33.3 MM (SHOULD BE AT LEAST 38MM) UNDRDEVELOPED MAXILLA

RIGHT SIDE LESS DEVELOPED COMPROMISED RIGHT NASAL CHOANAE

BASED ON CRANIAL BASE AND MANDIBULAR LENGTH THIS PATIENT IS BI-DENTALLY RETRUDED

SHOULD HIS BITE BE OPENED SINCE HE IS ALREADY LONG-FACE?

THIS PATIENT NEEDS CRANIOFACIAL DEVELOPMENT, MAXILLARY MORPHOGENESIS, WITH THE HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE BEFORE TREATMENT WITH A MANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT DEVICE.

This is just an overview. I am available for discussion and to assist you in evaluating your patients.

Contact me below for further information on how to evaluate your patients for compromised airway issues.

Theodore R. Belfor, DDS
Chairman & President
OrthoSmile, Inc.
38 Woodland Avenue
Catskill, NY 12414 USA
+1.518.943.7703-voice
+1.518.943.9037-facsimile
+1.917.748.3534-mobile
Belfor2@MHCable.com
www.FacialDevelopment.com

Theodore R. Belfor DDS
to present the
HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT
5th IAO Poland Section Meeting
Warsaw, POLAND
May 28-30, 2010

Treat your Sleep Apnea Patients with the Homeoblock™ in Conjunction with CPAP

2009-12-23T16:01:00.000-05:00

This patient (a medical doctor) was already undergoing treatment with CPAP in the before picture. He has worn the Homeoblock™ appliance in conjunction with a CPAP device for four months and reports feeling much improved. Note the decrease in venous pooling under the eyes.

More prominent cheekbones and a firmer jaw are quite evident. The bone structure is remodeling and better supports the face. The result is improved muscle tone and better symmetry. This implies better neural harmony. Additionally, we can expect a toning of the pharynx and the posterior tongue. This is the body’s ability for self correction.

CBCT scans and a PSG study were done before treatment and follow-ups will be done in two months.

DOCTORS!

The release from the need for a CPAP device is a documented result for a severe sleep apnea patient treated with the Homeoblock™ appliance in conjunction with CPAP. This outcome has been verified by a Board Certified sleep doctor. *

The patient thinking he or she is condemned to a lifetime of CPAP, has an alternative.

I am available to discuss this treatment and to assist in evaluating results; contact information below.

Theodore R. Belfor DDS to present the

HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR

ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT

5^th IAO Poland Section Meeting

Warsaw, POLAND

May 28-30, 2010

Incorporate the Homeoblock™ treatment protocol into YOUR practice:

Become a Homeoblock™ CERTIFIED dental professional:

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON COURSE

AVAILABLE ON DVD

Contact Pamela:

OrthoSmile, Inc

pbelfor@mhcable.com

+1 518-943-7703

Register at:

www.FacialDevelopment.com

Evaluation of Skeletal Mid-Facial Asymmetry Using Analyze 9.0

2009-11-30T09:50:00.000-05:00

We establish a plane of reference using the inferior orbital foramen and the superior surface of the external auditory meatus to align the head position.

We then view a number of transverse slices, define the malar bones as objects (See 2 in green and 3 in yellow above), and measure the volume differences between the left and right sides using the total volume for all the slices on each side.

Left side volume : 27,262 mm³

^{Right side volume: 13,217 mm³}

The measurements above show that the left side volume is twice as great as the right side.

This patient is right side under-developed

Before

After 4 months treatment

A post treatment CBCT scan will be available for skeletal evaluation in 2 months.

* * * * *

Theodore R. Belfor DDS to present the

HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT

5^th IAO Poland Section Meeting

Warsaw, POLAND

May 28-30, 2010

Incorporate the Homeoblock™ treatment protocol into YOUR practice:

Become a Homeoblock™ CERTIFIED dental professional:

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON COURSE

AVAILABLE ON DVD

Contact Pamela:

OrthoSmile, Inc

pbelfor@mhcable.com

+1 518-943-7703

www.FacialDevelopment.com

“ALL LIVING SYSTEMS HAVE INHERENT SELF-CORRECTION MECHANISMS!”

2009-10-31T18:01:00.000-04:00

Happy Halloween!

Above, we see unilateral bone development (red) as a result of Homeoblock™ treatment. This is an example of self-correction. This patient’s left side was less developed before treatment.

This patient shows right side underdeveloped evidenced by sagging lateral canthus of the right eye and thinner right side upper lip.

The green area in the above transverse section shows the pattern of bone development after Homeoblock™ appliance treatment, with an increased amount bone development on the right side.

(Analyze 9.0, the Mayo Clinic)

The above transverse slice from the CBCT shows 2mm of bone deposition and repair under the right orbit (green).

(Analyze 9.0, the Mayo Clinic; CBCT registered before and after scans)

The patient after Homeoblock™ appliance treatment shows improved mid- face volume.

Note: Sclera under the eye does not show up in the after photo.

EVIDENCED-BASED CONCLUSION:

Homeoblock ™ appliance treatment stimulates the body’s self-correction mechanisms!

******

Theodore R. Belfor DDS to present the

HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR

ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT

5^th IAO Poland Section Meeting

Warsaw, POLAND

May 28-30, 2010

Incorporate the Homeoblock™ treatment protocol into YOUR practice:

Become a Homeoblock™ CERTIFIED dental professional:

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON COURSE

AVAILABLE ON DVD

Contact Pamela:

OrthoSmile, Inc

pbelfor@mhcable.com

+1 518-943-7703

Register at:

www.FacialDevelopment.com

How Do I Incorporate the Homeoblock™ into My Practice?

2009-09-27T17:36:00.000-04:00

Facial anti-aging is a 12 billion dollar a year business.

Our faces do not age symmetrically.

The less developed side of our face ages more rapidly.

The patient’s left side is less well developed.

The less developed side shows deeper lines, depressions and wrinkles.

Homeoblock™ treatment will develop the less developed side for our patient, and improve facial symmetry.

The result is a younger appearance with fewer lines, wrinkles and depressions.

There will be noticeable results after as little as three months of treatment.

For your patient demonstration, create a chimera (flipping the left side of the face over the “y” axis to create a new face) of the underdeveloped side using PowerPoint.

This exaggerates the aging and is a very powerful tool to get your patient’s attention.

This is an ideal patient to treat for an underdeveloped maxilla.

Note: Depressed mid-face and thin upper lip.

Please note fuller upper lip and improved mid-face volume after 6 months.

____________________________________________________________________

THEODORE R. BELFOR, DDS

Published, in the current issue,

Summer 2009

of the

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ORTHODONTICS (IJO) (see attached)

and inventor of the patented

HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE

will present:

HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR

ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT

Introduction, Training and Advanced Techniques

Dr. Derek Mahony’s

Excellence in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics (EODO)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2009

1:00PM-5:00PM

DENTAL EDUCATION CENTER

7/85 Bourke Road, Alexandria

NSW 2015 Sydney, Australia

www.dentaleducation.net.au

Course Overview:

Introduction to the Homeoblock™ Appliance

Diagnostic and treatment protocol

Jaw development and tooth movement

Treatment for the airway & TMJ

Facial development and anti-aging techniques

Designing cases and adjusting the appliance

Bring study models and facial photos for case treatment planning and design.

Course Introduction

The body is encoded for certain specific developmental mechanisms

· Sutural Homeostasis

Suture width remains at 250 microns.

· Jaw function

Teeth retain functional occlusion.

· Facial Symmetry

The external body is encoded for symmetry.

This course presentation allows the dental practitioner to harness the body’s natural ability for self correction through gene environmental interaction using encoded developmental mechanisms and the natural physiologic process of swallowing.

We can change the architecture where the teeth, the face, the joints and the airway are found. The result is an improved physiologic function.

Course Highlights

· The Homeoblock™ appliance and why it is different from all other dental appliances.

· How do applied intermittent light forces on teeth move teeth effectively?

· How do the periodontal ligament and the adult facial bony sutures contribute to facial, airway and TMJ development?

· Clinical examples of adult facial, airway and TMJ enhancement.

· Using state of the art 3D technology for patient evaluation before and after Homeoblock™ treatment.

· The protocol for a possible exit strategy for sleep apnea patients wearing a CPAP device.

· A non-surgical facial anti-aging protocol.

· Jaw development and tooth movement in conjunction with light wire or Invisalign

^{Dr. Belfor’s presentation is open to all doctors NO CHARGE}^.

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON DVD COURSE

WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

To REGISTER or for further information:

Contact: Pamela at:

OrthoSmile, Inc

pbelfor@mhcable.com

+1 518-943-7703

www.FacialDevelopment.com

Treating the underdeveloped maxilla in a seventeen year old patient with the Homeoblock™

2009-08-27T15:05:00.000-04:00

“The maximum genetic potential for growth can only be achieved by freeing up cranial restriction”. “This can be achieved by harnessing a corrective force, the self corrective force inherent in living systems”

Gavin A James, Dennis Strokan

Dr. Belfor at Derek Mahony’s EODO DownUnder, October, 2009

(see below)

Treating the underdeveloped maxilla in a seventeen year old patient with the Homeoblock™ frees up the cranial sutures and harnesses the corrective force.

The left central and lateral incisors are forced labially due to the tight occlusion.

Below: We see before and after six months of Homeoblock™ treatment. We see the before treatment is on the left side and after treatment is on the right side throughout.

Despite the increase in the size of the alveolus the spaces between the teeth begin to close. We postulate that the teeth move into position due to temperal-spatial patterning. (Genetic programming)

We see wider more prominent cheekbones, fuller lips, more level eyes and a reduction in the bagging under the eyes in the after photo.

Changes in the maxilla results in an enhanced profile.

Morphometric analysis shows an increase of almost 2mms in the malar region, the upper lip and the pre-jowl and marionette area.

We see improved symmetry and fullness of the upper lip.

This presentation is a good example of enhancing facial appearance along with tooth movement over just six months of night time only adult treatment with the Homeoblock™ Appliance.

THEODORE R. BELFOR, DDS

published in the current issue,

Summer 2009

of the

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ORTHODONTICS (IJO)

and inventor of the patented

HOMEOBLOCK™ APPLIANCE

will present:

HOMEOBLOCK™ PROTOCOL FOR

ADULT FACIAL ENHANCEMENT

Introduction, Training and Advanced Techniques

Dr. Derek Mahony’s

Excellence in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics (EODO)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2009

1:00PM-5:00PM

DENTAL EDUCATION CENTER

7/85 Bourke Road, Alexandria

NSW 2015 Sydney, Australia

www.dentaleducation.net.au

Course Overview:

Introduction to the Homeoblock™ Appliance

Diagnostic and treatment protocol

Jaw development and tooth movement

Treatment for the airway & TMJ

Facial development and anti-aging techniques

Designing cases and adjusting the appliance

Bring study models and facial photos for case treatment planning and design.

Course Introduction

The body is encoded for certain specific developmental mechanisms

· Sutural Homeostasis

Suture width remains at 250 microns.

· Jaw function

Teeth retain functional occlusion.

· Facial Symmetry

The external body is encoded for symmetry.

We can change the architecture where the teeth, the face, the joints and the airway are found. The result is an improved physiologic function.

Course Highlights

· The Homeoblock™ appliance and why it is different from all other dental appliances.

· How do applied intermittent light forces on teeth move teeth effectively?

· How do the periodontal ligament and the adult facial bony sutures contribute to facial, airway and TMJ development?

· Clinical examples of adult facial, airway and TMJ enhancement.

· Using state of the art 3D technology for patient evaluation before and after Homeoblock™ treatment.

· The protocol for a possible exit strategy for sleep apnea patients wearing a CPAP device.

· A non-surgical facial anti-aging protocol.

· Jaw development and tooth movement in conjunction with light wire or Invisalign

^{Dr. Belfor’s presentation is open to all doctors NO CHARGE}^.

HOMEOBLOCK™APPLIANCE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATON DVD COURSE

WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

To REGISTER or for further information:

Contact: Pamela at:

OrthoSmile, Inc

pbelfor@mhcable.com

+1 518-943-7703

+1 917-748-3534-m

www.FacialDevelopment.com