Guiding growth towards balance

Facial Growth and Harmony

Between the ages of 11 and 15, the face undergoes its growth spurt. This is the last opportunity to harmonize your teenager's profile.

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What are the symptoms?

Observe your teenager's face from the front and in profile:

Receding chin (very far back)
Lower jaw too far forward
Facial asymmetry (deviation)
Lips that do not touch at rest
Prominent upper lip
Very flat or concave profile
Teeth highly exposed when smiling

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What is the origin of these problems?

Bone development does not always follow a perfect pattern.

Genetics

The shape and size of the jaws are strongly inherited from family history.

Growth lag

The upper and lower jaws do not grow at the same rate.

Aftermath of childhood habits

Thumb sucking at a very late age may have blocked the development of the lower jaw.

Chronic mouth breathing

A child who has not breathed through their nose often develops a long and narrow face.

How can Dr. Barrière help?

Exploiting the pubertal growth spurt to shape the face.

The cephalometric study

Lateral radiography allows us to predict the exact direction of bone growth.

Functional devices

Elastic bands or advancement splints gently force the jaw to adopt a new posture.

Overall balance

Orthodontics repositions teeth to naturally support the lips and enhance the profile.

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Years of experience

Dr. Barrière is a qualified specialist. He combines clinical experience with cutting-edge digital technology.

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What are the risks if we don't act?

Once puberty is over, bone growth stops.

The cephalometric study

After the age of 16-17, only major surgical procedures can modify the bone structure.

aesthetic complex

A highly unbalanced profile can significantly impact the self-confidence of the future adult.

Wear and tear and pain

Misaligned jaws inevitably lead to tooth wear and joint pain.

Does your teenager's profile seem unbalanced?

Now is the time to act. Book an appointment for a facial assessment before the end of their growth.

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