Olmos Appliances

The Olmos Day Appliances are designed to correct skeletal, muscular, tendon and ligament asymmetries. Therefore, it fulfills the criteria for an orthotic. The purpose of all orthotic therapy is to restore function and reduce symptoms, not to restore all of the injured or degenerative components back to their original dimensions and health. The Olmos Day Appliance(s)are fabricated on the mandible for aesthetics and function. If the patient cannot speak with the appliance in place, it is likely that they will not wear the appliance.This is where our team at Functional Orthotic Design will assist you after proper case analysis has been done, upon receiving your models/impressions.We survey each case to determine whether or not an alternative design is required. That’s just part of our dedicated approach to offering you the best possible outcome.

We emphasize the need to take detailed impressions, capturing important landmarks in the mouth including Hammular Notches and Lingual Depth.If dragging occurs using Polyvinyl Siloxane then it can be difficult to guarantee accurate fitting, especially around posterior teeth used for retention (ball clasps,thermoforming, rigid acrylic). We strongly advise the use of Borderlock Impression Trays with their unique design. These are available from Body Logic Resources. Capturing the Hammular Notches are essential for mounting procedures on our Acculiner Apparatus.

Appliance selection for a given patients needs can only be determined after a comprehensive diagnosis. Therefore, successful appliance selection requires that the prescribing Dentist fully understand the diagnostic protocol associated with the Olmos Series of appliances. Training sessions are conveniently available at varying times throughout the year in Australia, the  U.S.A and Canada. Click on OLMOS EDUCATION to find out more

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