Orthodontic terms starting with H

Habits – Habits such as thumb sucking, lip biting or tongue thrusting. Over the years they can deform teeth and jaws. Tongue thrusting Myofunctional therapy

Headgear – An external brace with a neck strap or headcap. It holds the upper molars back or moves them towards the back. Anchorage Distalization

Herbst appliance – A fixed mechanism that keeps the lower jaw guided forward at all times. It works like an activator, but does not rely on cooperation. Activator Distal bite