In developed countries, the average birth weight of a full-term newborn is approximately 3.4 kg (71â2 lb), and is typically in the range of 2.7â4.6 kg (6.0â10.1 lb).
The Thoraco-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis (TLSO), also called a Boston Brace, is the most common variety of scoliosis brace. It is used to treat curves in the lumbar or thoraco-lumbar spine. The brace is custom-molded from plastic to fit the childâs body.
Types of Braces. Thanks to todays technology, patients now have more options when it comes to wearing braces. While regular braces are still widely used, clear braces are becoming more popular along with removable appliances that can be use for mild cases of misaligned teeth. Please use the menu below to learn more about the types of braces we offer at our office, and speak with the orthodontist to determine which appliance is right for you. Miniature Self-ligating Braces At York Mills Orthodontics, we use self-ligating braces by GAC International Inc. that are also much smaller than the braces that have traditionally been used over the years.