Jaw tracking is what dentists do to see how the bottom jaw opens and closes during function.

A healthy jaw will have wonderful range of motion that doesn't deviate from the center when looking from the front.  It can open nice and wide and can move from left to right smoothly.  There is no clicking felt of heard in the jaw joints during function.  This jaw position is supported in the closed bite by well positioned teeth that the muscles did not have to struggle to get there.

Interestingly enough, the body likes to be symmetrical.  This healthy position of the jaw will result in beautiful teeth with optimal aesthetics.   Aesthetics are further enhanced by the elimination of chronic pain and headaches as the eyes brighten with relief. The person looks and feels younger.  Where would you like to build your teeth to?

The assessment of the jaw tracking is done visually by dentists but the jaw tracking scans on the K-7 actually measure it and record it to be compared to the better position obtained by the orthotic.   Other subtleties of the jaw tracking cannot be seen very well visually and can be diagnositc of derangements in the jaw joint. These are better treated first before engaging any dental work that might change the bite.  This is an important factor when engaging the orthodontic treatment plan.