22. THE TWIN BLOCK APPLIANCE
The Twin Block is inconspicuous and
most comfortable to wear.
The Twin Block is designed for full-
time wear.
The Twin Block is worn for nine or
more months.
23. Patient Instruction
For Fastest Results
Full-time wear of Twin Block.
Eat with Twin Block.
Turn Twin Block screws as directed.
Remove for swimming and contact
sports.
25. CORRECT BITE
Occlusion
The Twin Block corrects malocclusion (bad
bite) by permanently positioning the lower
jaw forward. When the lower jaw comes
forward the teeth go along for the ride.
The Twin Block holds the corrected jaw
relationship until molar teeth erupt and
stabilize the bite.
26. TWIN BLOCK TREATMENT
It is very important that the Twin Block wear
continue until vertical dimension is
corrected and results are stable. If you stop
wearing the Twin Block too early, relapse
will occur.
TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint, Jaw Joints)-
The Twin Block may be used to treat
problems related to the jaw joints, and
facial pain.