ALF NLA (Neuro lingual Activator)

The petite, yet powerful ALF NLA (NeuroLingual Activator) appliance is designed to be utilized as a stand-alone therapy or as a compliment to more traditional ALF Therapy.   It is also affectionately referred to as the "Nice Little Appliance"

This "wireless" ALF appliance is based on the same principles as the other ALF appliances that are made of elgiloy wire.  ALF NLA provides the benefits of supporting a:

· more ideal jaw joint position that creates temporomandibular (jaw) joint decompression and a natural reduction of clenching forces

· stable balanced contact of the teeth that reminds the patient of their midline/center

· gentle, supportive, subtle force directed from the tongue and teeth toward the lips that is cranially friendly and neurologically “comforting” as a natural soothing sensation 

· transfer of forces to the support structures of individual teeth through specific appliance fitting and individualized design

· shape that mimics the natural shape of the teeth and mouth which is comfortable and comforting

· valuable tool for the treatment of post-concussion disease and reflex patterns that increase clenching and grinding

This appliance is:

· Almost invisible to the observer 

· Clear, petite and fits comfortably over the upper front 10 teeth

· Highly effective in reducing headaches, face and neck pain

· Easy to wear

· Able to be worn at nighttime and during the day as a “rescue” for habitual clenching and grinding

· Accompanied by a series of stretches and exercises that target the reduction of muscular and fascial restrictions and an increase in the optimal balance of the head and neck

· A great nightguard for those with the habit of clenching and grinding of the teeth

· A therapeutic tool to help patients transition into appliances that change jaw joint position

It is also able to:

· Support a more normal relationship of the bones of the neck and a balanced, non-deflective bite created by the properly fabricated and adjusted appliance

· Create a “neutral” rest position that optimizes tongue position, is comfortable to the lips and that supports a healthy, functional swallow

· Naturally support the natural movement of the cranium that augments glymphatic activity to support the removal of waste products from the brain