Integrative Orthodontics with ALF
Dr. Ljuba Lemke
Who is presenting this information?
I am your host, Dr. Ljuba Lemke. I am a general dentist and naturopathic practitioner, and have been an ALF clinician since 2004.
The unsatisfactory experience with my own orthodontic treatment made me look for alternatives to tooth extractions and braces. On this website, I share with you what I’ve found. READ MORE


ALF in a Nutshell
ALF is even more than a whole-body approach: It's a WHOLE PERSON Approach!
Using light, flexible wires for orthodontic treatment is more than just a way to create a beautiful smile – it is a preventive health approach.
Philosophy
The most common way to straighten teeth is with braces, but there are other, nontraditional ways to address the underlying causes of crooked teeth. Locked-up bones in the cranium, mouth breathing, tongue position, habits like thumb sucking, nutrition, posture, and genetics all affect how the face grows, the jaws form, and the teeth line up.


Advantages of ALF Treatment
- Much less painful than braces
- Removable when necessary
- Barely visible, which makes it cosmetically pleasing
- Focused on facial development and airway health
- Empowering the patient
- Well-developed faces, minimizing the risk of TMJ problems
- Â Improved airway health, reducing the risk of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
Frequently Asked Questions
Why integrative orthodontics?
Does my child need orthodontic treatment?
What are potential problems of conventional orthodontic treatment?
What are some of the causes for misaligned teeth?
What is ALF Therapy?
How is the ALF different from traditional orthodontics?
Who can benefit from ALF treatment?
Why isn't ALF more common?
What is the best time to start ALF treatment?
Why start treatment at a young age?
Can ALF treatment be used to undo problems created by previous orthodontic treatment?
What is Cranial Osteopathy or Craniosacral Therapy?
What is Orofacial Myology / Myofunctional Therapy?

ALFÂ Course for Dentists and Affiliated Healthcare Practitioners
ALF (Alternative Lightwire Functionals) is a holistic approach to orthodontic treatment. No matter whether you are a novice to ALF treatment or a veteran: this course is an outstanding tool to get you started and/or deepen your understanding of ALF.
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