Tag: trimming

  • Is the FaceFormer® available in different sizes?

    Is the FaceFormer® available in different sizes?

    Does the FaceFormer come in different sizes for children and adults? Find out why a single model is suitable for most age groups and what recommendations there are for use on children. Read also what to do in rare cases

  • Is the FaceFormer® device customized for the user?

    Is the FaceFormer® device customized for the user?

    Question Is the FaceFormer device customized for the user? Answer No, a standard size was determined for the FaceFormer anatomical. Only in rare cases, e.g. formation of pressure sores, it is necessary to carefully rework the membrane of FaceFormer with a sharp pair of scissors. In general, however, this is unnecessary and we advise against…

  • Should the FaceFormer® be cut to size?

    Should the FaceFormer® be cut to size?

    Question We would like to use the FaceFormer to improve mouth closure in a child with Down’s syndrome (7 years). Can the anatomically shaped FaceFormer also be cut to size? I think it’s too big for the little child. Answer The anatomical shaped FaceFormer mouth shield has a standardized size. As a rule, it does…

  • My upper lip frenulum rubs against the FaceFormer®. What to do?

    My upper lip frenulum rubs against the FaceFormer®. What to do?

    Question My upper lip frenulum has grown far downwards. That’s why the FaceFormer rubs me sore at this point. I just don’t want to use scissors or scalpel to enlarge the neckline, because I don’t know whether this produces edges that irritate the sensitive oral mucosa. What can I do? Answer On the mouth shield…