Expanders: Rapid Palatal Expanders
The Rapid Palatal Expanders are both all metal and/or acrylic designs to gain maxillary arch development. The typical range of development is a 12mm expansion screw. To improve anterior and posterior tooth position auxiliary extension arms can be added as well as buccal attachments for tooth alignment.
Snap-Fit™The .036 contoured buccal-lingual wire eliminates path of insertion problems. Composite is used to lock in the appliance.
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RPEThis fixed design provides up to 12mm of expansion in a short period of time.
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BondableAcrylic onlays or pads are placed over the posterior teeth and then bonded in place.
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HaasThis fixed design is both tissue and tooth borne to provide orthopedic and orthodontic changes.
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