But this treatment recommendation can come as a surprise to many families. Widening the upper jaw can create the necessary space without the need for tooth extractions. (305) 509-6560 by Sorls » Wed Feb 08, 2012 6:49 am, #7 But again, it is adults who will experience more pain and discomfort. by staje » Tue Mar 06, 2012 9:47 pm, #10 Slenderizing Teeth: What Is Interproximal Reduction? It is also completely normal to see a gap develop between the front teeth. An early childhood orthodontic evaluation can yield excellent results... Read Article, The Magic of Orthodontics The appliance has two halves that are connected in the middle with a screw. Traditionally the price range of a palate expander treatment plan falls around $2,000 – $3,000 minimum. I'm guessing it was starting to do its job on my adult fused palate, breaking I assume. PLEASE SEE THE FOLLOWING TWO LINKS: 1) AGGA is NOT the Holy Grail 2) How AGGA Works: Buyer Beware Before discovering the best adult palatal expander in existence, I underwent a failed round of treatment with a more traditional adult palate expander. Before puberty your mouth and jaw are still forming, making it easier to reshape their structure. Perhaps the biggest pro to palate expanders is avoiding the pain, worries, and costs associated with receiving oral surgery (unless you need a surgically-assisted palate expander). In the simplest of terms, a palate expander is a device used in orthodontics to widen a narrow palate (the roof of the mouth). PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS IS AN OLD ARTICLE AND MY VIEWS ON AGGA HAVE SINCE CHANGED. I'm 25 so they obviously can work. The main reason I wore one was because my molars were tipped inward...so it served its purpose for me. Before that happens, the two bones can gently be separated and stabilized over a period of several months. Drubi Orthodontics In other words, don't sign up unless you plan to actively participate in the message board immediately. Post I will read through that pdf over the next couple of days. It creates more space by correctly aligning the upper teeth and jaw. Thanks guys. Then, take small bites and chew gently so you don’t put too much extra pressure on the bones in your lower face. In my humble opinion, it is the most important orthodontic appliance that we use. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS IS AN OLD ARTICLE AND MY VIEWS ON AGGA HAVE SINCE CHANGED. The three situations that most commonly call for maxillary expansion are: Crossbite — When a child's upper jaw is too narrow to fit correctly with the lower jaw, the back top teeth will bite inside of the lower teeth instead of outside. Post Post As will be discussed below, palate expanders are more successful in children since their mouths and jaws have not yet fully formed. Adults, on the other hand, tend to have a tougher time. While this may seem like a minor issue, lasting odors can grow bothersome. Restricted nasal airflow may contribute to problems such as dry mouth, mouth breathing, snoring, or sleep apnea. by midnight » Sat Mar 10, 2012 3:30 pm, #13 Traditionally the price range of a palate expander treatment plan falls around $2,000 – $3,000 minimum. I have an expander in now (two weeks today). I've now had my expander in for five weeks and I thought I'd mention that when I turn the expander I do get the same sensations that are described for teenagers. (786) 703-8723 by sirwired » Sun Mar 11, 2012 6:59 am, #15 I'm guessing it was starting to do its job on my adult fused palate, breaking I assume. A palate expander is attached to the roof of your mouth and secured to your back teeth. I had one at roughly age 28/29 after having one as a teen. I had one at roughly age 28/29 after having one as a teen. By using a palate expander earlier in life, you help prevent malocclusions (bad bites) further down the road. I've got a quad helix with the purpose being to expand my palate. The reason im getting this is to correct a slight underbite, and dont really mind if it just tips my upper teeth forward a bit as long as i dont end up with buck teeth at the top! Even so, treatment with palate expanders can also be helpful for adults—though the treatment may take longer. Subjective, but maybe worth noting. Palate expanders are designed to meet an individual patient’s needs. This most often happens with canine or eye teeth — the pointier ones located directly under the eyes. For all the pros associated with palate expanders, there are cons just as well. Coupled with the expansion from over a year before the purchase of the expander, I would conservatively estimate that I have achieved 6 to 7mm of palate expansion in the past 2 years. This sensation lasts between a few hours to a day. Post What You Should Know About Drinking With Invisalign. Post The older you get, the more tedious and painful a palate expander can become. Your child may find that speaking and eating feels different at first as the tongue adjusts to the presence of the appliance. This induces tension at the junction of the two palatal bones, causing them to gradually move apart. Learn the basics of smile analysis and design and whether the magic of orthodontics will work for you... Read Article, Morley Office - 25 Wellington Rd., Morley, WA 6062 | Phone: 08 9276 9888, Esperance Office - Suite E, 116 Dempster St., Esperance, WA 6450 | Phone: 08 6164 7690, 2020 © All Rights Reserved | Website Design By: Intrado | Login. Now wearing clear plastic retainers every other night. The expander is not fitting properly into your palate, and is therefor digging into it. Post Palatal expanders create more space in a child's mouth by gradually widening the upper jaw. © 2020 by Drubi Orthodontics. The roof of your mouth (your palate) has two halves joined by a “suture” that runs down the middle. The appliance has two halves that are connected in the middle with a screw. However, the increase in palatal volume will be greater and the gingival recession on the molars and bicuspids will be less with the surgical assist. Orthodontics is more than just moving teeth. As such, the pros of palate expanders entail more than just correcting dental issues. They can rule out whether or not these symptoms are attributed to a spacing issue in the mouth. Do u have a removable expander or the permanent one? by Sorls » Mon Feb 06, 2012 7:35 pm, #2 Palate expanders are often compatible with other orthodontic treatments, such as braces. Activation of the expansion screw at the rate appropriate for children will cause unacceptable palate swelling and pain in adults. Kids. I have no formal dental or orthodontic education. As a result, using a palate expander is a relatively easy and painless process for children because their mouths have not yet fully developed. Wow, great post thank you so much! The expansion can be no faster than the palatal bones and soft tissues can adapt to the powerful forces generated by the Haas expander, because the palatal suture does not separate in these mature patients. But again, it is adults who will experience more pain and discomfort. As a metal device that is placed inside your mouth, these devices may feel unnatural. PLEASE SEE THE FOLLOWING TWO LINKS: 1) AGGA is NOT the Holy Grail 2) How AGGA Works: Buyer Beware Before discovering the best adult palatal expander in existence, I underwent a failed round of treatment with a more traditional adult palate expander. While I do understand and agree that you were in pain, I don't believe the expander could break your or anybody else's fused palate. Of course, you can read most forums on the board without registering. This can be corrected by expanding the upper jaw. by staje » Tue Feb 07, 2012 1:50 pm, #6 If your child is experiencing dry mouth, mouth breathing, snoring, or sleep apnea, it is a good idea to visit an orthodontist. Impacted Teeth — When a tooth that hasn't come in (erupted) yet and is blocked by other teeth, widening the upper jaw can allow it to erupt into proper position on its own. Useful, stable, results can be achieved with them without surgery. He personally thinks it is a bit of both and regardless it should create more space for my teeth :). That's because the upper jaw actually develops as two separate halves that don't completely fuse together until sometime after puberty. by pellepee » Sun Mar 11, 2012 1:05 pm, Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. Combating this issue involves using proper hygiene practices for yourself, as well as instilling them in your children. It was hell to wear, but then, nothing in orthodontics is very fun. An expander is custom-made for each individual and fits over several top teeth in the back of the mouth. You should not feel any pain with the expander, and especially not discomfort to the point where you need painkillers. by sirwired » Sat Mar 10, 2012 2:57 pm, #12 This treatment is usually recommended for patients under the age of 16. Hence, all opinions expressed by me on this forum are those of an "informed consumer" and by no means intended as an expert advice. Other cons include cost, discomfort, and smell. A palate expander can be used to fix a variety of dental issues, but they can't be used on adults. By applying force to my teeth, this appliance caused my teeth to pivot in their sockets. Force isn't being transferred evenly and properly with a situation like this either. A palate expander is an orthodontic device which is commonly used to widen the upper jaw. To deal with a palate expander, start by choosing soft, nutritional foods, like yogurt or soup, since you need to stay healthy even if you don’t feel like eating. When all is said and done, your child's permanent teeth will be beautifully aligned with neither too much nor too little space between them. Post In some cases, however, a palate expander may be used prior to braces, as teeth can be aligned easier once there is more space. This induces tension at the junction of the two palatal bones, causing them to gradually move apart. There is no discomfort at all in my teeth. Adults can be fitted with palatal expanders. by midnight » Sat Mar 10, 2012 2:35 pm, #11 Using a palate expander can also improve breathing and reduce issues associated with poor airflow. To activate the device, you simply turn the screw a very small amount each day with a special key. A palate expander is an orthodontic device which is commonly used to widen the upper jaw. I asked my Ortho and he says there is debate in the field about wether the expander is really expanding the palate or if it is causing bone growth that widens the dental arch. A crossbite, crowding, or impacted teeth are just a few reasons to talk to an orthodontist about using a palate expander. Palatal Expanders by denSMSgt » Mon Feb 06, 2012 9:36 pm, #3 The main con has to be that the device is relatively age-restrictive. 2020 © All Rights Reserved | Website Design By. [email protected], Drubi Orthodontics Palate Expander Adult Removable Expander result As shown in the pictures here, I have measured 4mm of transverse palate expansion as an adult. Thats good to hear :) just as long as it works! I also read extensively online and found conflicting articles. By creating more space in your mouth, a palate expander naturally fixes these kinds of alignment issues. Hialeah, FL, 33015 The pain you were having most likely originated from the nerves being compressed by the teeth, forced to move beyond the capacity of your bone. The upper jaw is made up of two bones connected by a suture and doesn’t close until the early teen years.