Important Question about Twin Block appliances...?

Question

Am i right in think that the function of the twin block appliance is to hold the lower jaw forward (or at least this is what mine does)?

If I am able to just wear the lower brace and hold my jaw forward in the same position manually will i make the same progress?

Answer 1

Yes the twin block does hold the jaw forward, but if you do it without the twin block chances are you wont hold it in a constant position for long enough and you will let your jaw slip back a bit.

Answer 2

I am not sure had the same question, maybe really good question.