Key Summary of Jaw Joint Rotation and Asymmetry Correction
01 The Fundamental Cause of Jaw Joint Rotation
- Head Position Issues: The rotation of the jaw to one side is more likely due to a collapse in the Head Position rather than an issue with the jaw itself.
- C1 and C2 Subluxation: The 1st and 2nd cervical vertebrae perform paired movements with the mandible (lower jaw). If the cervical vertebrae are misaligned, the jaw will also twist in one direction, making cervical alignment essential for asymmetry correction.
02 Why Asymmetry Worsens After Orthodontic Treatment
If only tooth movement occurs while the head position is not properly aligned, it can negatively impact jaw joint movement. In fact, there are frequent cases where patients visit because their jaw has become misaligned or facial asymmetry has worsened after orthodontic treatment.
03 The Direction of Proper Correction
โ Simple Tooth/Jaw Correction
If only localized correction is performed without considering the overall alignment of the head and neck, there is a risk that the asymmetry will worsen.
โญ Craniocervical Alignment-Centered Correction
Aligning the 1st and 2nd cervical vertebrae along with the head position is the necessary direction of treatment to fundamentally improve jaw joint disorders and facial asymmetry.
