The Japan Society of Reconstructive Orthodontics has published an expert column, 'What Plate Orthodontic Devices Can and Cannot Do.' In observance of 'Oral Health Week,' it explains the device's role and key observation points for parents.
The Japan Society of Reconstructive Orthodontics (Location: Shinjuku, Tokyo; Representative: Shinichi Sugioka) released the second half of its May expert column, titled "What Plate Orthodontic Devices Can and Cannot Do," on May 20, 2026.
June 4 to 10 marks "Oral Health Week." The column clarifies the specific roles of plate orthodontic devices and explains from a professional perspective why relapse is common if oral functions such as breathing, swallowing, and chewing are not properly aligned.
Key Points of the Column:
- Mechanisms and roles of plate orthodontic devices (expanding dental arches using screws and plastic plates)
- Reasons why devices alone may lead to relapse (the relationship with mouth breathing, swallowing, and chewing)
- How to align oral functions (in the order of breathing, swallowing, and chewing)
- Three perspectives for home observation (checking with a mirror, observing eating habits, and verifying mouth breathing)
The society has been publishing expert columns since March 2026 and continues to provide medically accurate and accessible information to parents.
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FAQ
What is the 'Oral Health Week' that starts on June 4th?
It is an awareness week organized by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, the Japan Dental Association, and the Japan School Dental Association, held annually from June 4th to 10th to promote knowledge about dental and oral health.
Can malocclusion be corrected with only a removable orthodontic appliance?
It is possible to create space for aligning teeth with an appliance, but without proper oral functions such as breathing, swallowing, and chewing, relapse is more likely.
What can be done at home for children's dental and oral health management?
It is recommended to observe from three perspectives: checking the alignment of teeth together in the mirror, observing during meals, and confirming whether the child is breathing through the mouth.
What are the characteristics of the columns distributed by the Japanese Society of Pediatric Orthodontics?
They set themes relevant to parents' daily lives, maintain medical accuracy, and aim to be easy to read for parents without specialized knowledge.
What is the philosophy of the Japanese Society of Pediatric Orthodontics?
The society aims to promote pediatric orthodontics not just as 'treatment for malocclusion' but as a medical practice that supports the healthy growth of children during their developmental years, considering jaw growth and oral function development.