Appliances

The active Retainer is designed for maxillary or mandibular correction. This appliance is used when only minor tooth movement is needed. The appliance is mushroom spring loaded to assist in aligning the teeth.

The Bi Helix Expander is created for the mandibular (lower) arch. The stainless steel wire is used to gain development of the arch while simultaneously achieving an upright position of the molars. This is possible through the position and use of the helix coils (The absence of the anterior helixes also provides patient comfort).

The Bi Helix Expander is created for the maxillary (upper) arch. The stainless steel wire is used to gain development of the arch while simultaneously achieving an upright position of the molars. This is possible through the position and use of the helix coils (The absence of the anterior helixes also provides patient comfort).

The Bionator is a removable appliance designed to correct Class II cases. This appliance can be constructed to open a deep over bite or to close an open bite. It is made with anterior labiallingual body wire and may include a posterior bite block to close a bite, or without a posterior block to open a bite. The Bionator includes a screw to reactivate AP position.

Bleaching Trays are clear and typically made from a soft flexible plastic. Trays are made for the upper and lower with 0.2mm of gap for the bleaching solution. Custom bleaching trays are trimmed so they fully cover each tooth but come just short of lying on the wearer’s gum tissue.

Bleaching Trays are clear and typically made from a soft flexible plastic. Trays are made for the upper and lower with 0.2mm of gap for the bleaching solution. Custom bleaching trays are trimmed so they fully cover each tooth but come just short of lying on the wearer’s gum tissue.

This appliance is constructed with a palatal expansion screw and acrylic pads on the posterior segments. The framework encircles all of the posterior teeth and supports the acrylic posterior bite plane. The occlusal pads aid in controlling torque and they reduce the amount of vertical (skeletal) opening that occurs as a result of treatment.

The Circumferential Flat Bow Retainer implements excellent retention and control of the entire arch as the labial arch wire extends from molar to molar. The “C” Clasps are used distal from the molar for retention of the appliance. These clasps are preferred in order to prevent any occlusal interference.

The Circumferential Flat Bow Retainer implements excellent retention and control of the entire arch as the labial arch wire extends from molar to molar. The “C” Clasps are used distal from the molar for retention of the appliance. These clasps are preferred in order to prevent any occlusal interference.

The Circumferential Retainer has various substantial features. It provides excellent retention and control of the entire arch as the labial arch wire extends from molar to molar. The “C” Clasps are placed distal from the molar for retention of the appliance. These are preferred in order to prevent any occlusal interference.

The Circumferential Retainer has various substantial features. It provides excellent retention and control of the entire arch as the labial arch wire extends from molar to molar. The “C” Clasps are placed distal from the molar for retention of the appliance. These are preferred in order to prevent any occlusal interference.

Available designs: Delta Clasp, Adams Clasp, C-Clasp, Ball Clasp, Arrow Clasp.

The Clear Bow Retainer is comparable in design to a traditional Hawley with the exception of the front labial bow, which is made of unbreakable BPA-free plastic orthodontic wire material. By using this material, we are able to provide superior strength, durability, and aesthetics. Adjustments are possible through the U-loops.

The Clear Bow Retainer is comparable in design to a traditional Hawley with the exception of the front labial bow, which is made of unbreakable BPA-free plastic orthodontic wire material. By using this material, we are able to provide superior strength, durability, and aesthetics. Adjustments are possible through the U-loops.

This appliance is designed to create room in the patient’s mouth by widening the upper and lower palate. It breaks the median suture and remains in position until the bone fills the gap between the two halves of the maxilla. Sometimes patients or parent of patient may have to turn the expansion screw key as instructed, to tighten up the expander.

This appliance is designed to create room in the patient’s mouth by widening the upper and lower palate. It breaks the median suture and remains in position until the bone fills the gap between the two halves of the maxilla. Sometimes patients or parent of patient may have to turn the expansion screw key as instructed, to tighten up the expander.

The Distal Jet is a compressed coil springs to apply a constant distalizing force to the molars. The appliance is anchored against the palate with a Nance type acrylic button and is fixed in place by either bonding it to the occlusal surface of the premolars or bicuspids or by soldering it to bands. Lengths of tubing extend distally out of the acrylic button on both sides of the arch towards the molars. A locking mechanism slides over the tubes and a length of coil spring is fitted over the wires.

The Distal Shoe Appliance is a space maintainer with a stainless steel band or crown. It is an effective appliance for the guidance of an unerupted permanent 1st molar after the premature extraction loss of the 2nd primary molar.

The Essix retainer is the most commonly used vacuum formed retainer (VFR). A mold is initially made of the teeth in their new alignment, and then clear trays are created to fit over the arch in its entirety. VFR’s are similar to a Hawley Retainer, and also do not affect the aesthetic appearance of the smile.

The Essix retainer is the most commonly used vacuum formed retainer (VFR). A mold is initially made of the teeth in their new alignment, and then clear trays are created to fit over the arch in its entirety. VFR’s are similar to a Hawley Retainer, and also do not affect the aesthetic appearance of the smile.

This appliance is used mainly in narrow, “V” shaped arches. The Fan Type Expander widens the anterior section without creating posterior cross bite. This appliance is used in the rapid maxillary disjunction. It is split in the mid-palatine suture and enlarges the transversal diameter of the maxillary anterior arch, while maintaining the posterior transversal diameter unchanged.

The Fan Type Expander utilizes a hinged screw to widen the anterior while maintaining molar width. The appliance splits the mid-palatine suture, causing the transversal diameter of the maxillary anterior arch to enlarge, while leaving the posterior transversal diameter unchanged.

This procedure shows you the before and after treatment in advance.The model is made of white stone, trimmed and all indicated teeth are aligned. A complete wax set up with arch point reference and occlusion.

A Fixed Bite Plate is composed of a thickened platform of acrylic. It is a fixed appliance extending off of the base plate with bands and arch wire. The bite plate is intended for the treatment of deep overbite. It is also used to prevent patient’s occlusal surface of the teeth from interfering.

The Bonded Lingual Retainer is designed for ease, accuracy and durability. It is a form of retention utilizing a wire. This retainer is contoured accurately and bonded directly to the back of patient’s canines (upper or lower). The substance used to bond this retainer is the same used to bond braces. This retainer is an ideal method to prevent teeth from shifting and maintaining orthodontic result.

The bonded Lingual Retainer (braided wire) is created for ease, accuracy and durability. The retainer is contoured accurately and bonded directly to the back of patient’s incisors (upper or lower front teeth). The substance used to bond this retainer is the same used to bond braces. This retainer is an ideal method to prevent teeth from shifting and maintaining your patient’s orthodontic result.

The Fixed Sagittal is a fixed appliance used to expand the upper anteriors forward. This is accomplished by turning the screw(s) that are incorporated into the appliance. The appliance is comprised of bands, acrylic, and metal, and fits comfortably on the roof of patient’s mouth.

The Gelb is a flat plane mandibular splint, with occlusal coverage over the posteriors, designed for treatment of closed-lock cases. A metal lingual bar is usually the major connector, which allows plenty of tongue room. The patient needs to relax the disc before moving to a pull-forward splint. This splint balances the position of the jaw and the bite will then stabilize.

The Haas Appliance is developed for lateral expansion. It utilizes acrylic to support the expansion screw and adds extra stability to the appliance. The acrylic closely contacts the palatal mucosa and makes it effective for opening and separating the mid-palatal suture. It adequately offers expansion by applying force on the teeth and palatal mucosa.

The Hawley Flat Bow Retainer has various substantial features. It provides excellent retention and control of the entire arch as the labial arch wire extends from canine to canine. The “C” Clasps are placed distal from the canine for retention of the appliance. These are preferred in order to prevent any relapse.

The Hawley Flat Bow Retainer has various substantial features. It provides excellent retention and control of the entire arch as the labial arch wire extends from canine to canine. The “C” Clasps are placed distal from the canine for retention of the appliance. These are preferred in order to prevent any relapse.

This appliance is used to correct Class II by allowing the growth of the mandible and lower teeth, advancing the mandible forward to Class I, resulting in the ajustment of the AP. The Herbst arm is a telescopic mechanism with an advantage of a lateral movement and is activated using crimpable shims to advance from 1mm to 5mm forward.

A tray is formed with dual hard Biocryl and soft silicone trays. The transparent tray can be used in combination with light-cured adhesives. Low-friction composites are placed on each bracket to eliminate undercuts under the bracket wings and prevent penetration of silicone material into the bracket slots. This procedure allows easier tray removal and reduces the risk of bracket debonding during the tray removal and ligation time with low friction ligatures.

A tray is formed with dual hard Biocryl and soft silicone trays. The transparent tray can be used in combination with light-cured adhesives. Low-friction composites are placed on each bracket to eliminate undercuts under the bracket wings and prevent penetration of silicone material into the bracket slots. This procedure allows easier tray removal and reduces the risk of bracket debonding during the tray removal and ligation time with low friction ligatures.

The Lower Lingual Holding Arch is designed to maintain the position of the lower molars as the primary teeth are falling out. It consists of two metal bands cemented onto two lower molars. Attached to the bands is a U-shaped bar. This appliance is worn and remains in place until permanent teeth begin erupting.

The Upper Lingual Holding Arch is designed to maintain the position of the upper molars as the primary teeth are falling out. It consists of two metal bands cemented onto two upper molars. Attached to the bands is a U-shaped bar. This appliance is worn and remains in place until permanent teeth begin erupting.

This expander is designed by Dr. Won Moon to create room in the patient’s mouth by widening the upper palate and to advance the maxilla forward. This appliance breaks the median suture 3 times faster than a standard expander, and remains in position until the bone fills the gap between the two halves of the maxilla. This applaince is made with an RPE and 4 TAD Auxiliaries that are customized for each patient. Two protraction hooks for face masks are optional.

M.A.R.A. increases patient comfort by eliminating appliance bulk and tissue irritation in the lower bicuspid area that can occur with other fixed functional appliances. It can be used during a late mix dentition stage of development. The M.A.R.A. can be accommodated with expanders or inactive type of appliances. Advancement can be achieved with the use of spacers.

This appliance is designed to prevent arch length loss by sustaining the position of the maxillary molars. An acrylic pad covers the wire that touches the roof of the mouth is commonly used to keep the upper molars from drifting forward. It is also frequently used during full banding and bracketing to create an anchorage unit.

The Nord Appliance is designed for corrections of a unilateral cross bite. To achieve this, the acrylic is cut distal from the cuspid (on the side in need of expansion), to the mid line, then along the mid line to the heel of the appliance. It uses a smooth posterior bite plate on the side to expand the flange on the opposite side for support and anchorage.

This appliance is useful in opening the arch to correct tongue posture, anterior minor rotations, flared out, or crowded teeth. the retainer includes a labial helical and lingual spring with labial-lingual acrylic pads, a palatal wire with an omega loop, and a choice of clasp. When worn by the patient, the force produced by the labial-lingual will align the teech.

This appliance is useful in opening the arch to correct tongue posture, anterior minor rotations, flared out, or crowded teeth. the retainer includes a labial helical and lingual spring with labial-lingual acrylic pads, a palatal wire with an omega loop, and a choice of clasp. When worn by the patient, the force produced by the labial-lingual will align the teech.

A Pedo Partial is a fixed appliance for children. They are used to replace teeth lost due to extensive cavity, decay, or injury. This appliance restores the natural appearance of teeth and serves as a holding space until permanent adult teeth can come in properly without crowding.

The Pendulum Appliance is designed to distalize molars to create space for permanent teeth to develop naturally and correct crowding. The appliance is in a fixed position and comprised of bands around the maxillary (permanent first molar teeth). Stainless steel occlusal rest wires sit in the grooves of the bicuspids, composite resin helps anchor the appliance, an acrylic frame sits on the roof of the mouth, and springs are attached to the bands.

The Perio Max System is designed to deliver medicine below and in between your gums using custom-fabricated tray(s) and an applied homecare gel, to help reduce or prevent gingivitis and periodontitis (also known as periodontal disease). Treatment is suitable for patients showing any signs of gum disease, including: • Swollen, red or tender gums • Sensitive teeth • Persistent bad breath • Spaces developing between your teeth • Loose or mobile teeth • Infections that can lead to tooth and bone loss

This application opens the mandible to correct tongue posture and anterior minor rotations, crowding, or relapse. The retainer is comprised of a curved helical spring with acrylic pads on both the labial and lingual and a choice of clasp. When worn by the patient, the resulting labial-lingual force will align the teeth.

This appliance opens the premaxilla to correct tongue posture and anterior minor rotiations, crowding, or relapse. The retainer is comprised of a curve helical spring with acreylic pads on both the labial and lingual, a palatal wire with an omega loop, and a choice of clasp. When worn by the patient, the resulting labial-lingual force will align the teeth and activation of the omega loop will open premaxilla.

The Quad Helix Expander is an appliance designed for the mandibular (lower) arch. The stainless steel wire is used to gain development of the arch while concurrently achieving an upright position of the molars.This is possible through the position and use of the helix coils (The absence of the anterior helixes also provides patient comfort).

The Quad Helix Expander is an appliance designed for the maxillary (upper) arch. The stainless steel wire is used to gain development of the arch while concurrently achieving an upright position of the molars.This is possible through the position and use of the helix coils (The absence of the anterior helixes also provides patient comfort).

This Rapid Palatal Expander is designed to create room in the patient’s mouth by widening the upper palate. This appliance breaks the median suture and remains in position until the bone fills the gap between the two halves of the maxilla. Sometimes patients or parent of patient may have to turn the expansion screw key as instructed, to tighten up the expander.

A Bite Plate is made of a thickened platform of acrylic. It is a removable appliance extending off of the base plate. The bite plate is designed for the treatment of deep overbite. It is also used to prevent patient’s occlusal surface of the teeth from interfering.

Used as a traditional habit breaking removable appliance, this removable appliance utilizes a bead roller that spins on a support wire to distract the patient from thumb sucking or tongue thrusting. Colorful beads can be used in place of the bead roller to make wearing the appliance more fun. The supporting plate is a Standard Hawley Retainer or Stay Plate with any clasp of your choice for retention.

The Rickanator is made of a thickened ramp of acrylic. It is a fixed appliance extending off of the base plate with bands and arch wire. The Bite Ramp is designed for the treatment of Class II deep overbite and curve of spee. It is also used to prevent over-jet by allowing the back teeth to erupt.

The wire crosses the dentition through the embrasures, inter proximal of the cuspids and bicuspids. “U” shaped loops are placed on the cuspids and the distal recurved arms are contoured to the bicuspids. Increases retention as well as stabilize bicuspids. If carefully activated, they can be used to affect minor lingual rotation of the cuspids.

The wire crosses the dentition through the embrasures, inter proximal of the cuspids. “U” shaped loops are placed on the cuspids. These can be used to increase retention as well as stabilize cuspids that may have required rotation during active treatment. If carefully activated, they can be used to affect minor lingual rotation of the cuspids.

The wire crosses the dentition through the embrasures, inter proximal of the cuspids. “U” shaped loops are placed on the cuspids. These can be used to increase retention as well as stabilize cuspids that may have required rotation during active treatment. If carefully activated, they can be used to affect minor lingual rotation of the cuspids.

The wire crosses the dentition through the embrasures, inter proximal of the cuspids and bicuspids. “U” shaped loops are placed on the cuspids and the distal recurved arms are contoured to the bicuspids. Increases retention as well as stabilize bicuspids. If carefully activated, they can be used to affect minor lingual rotation of the cuspids.

The Sagittal Appliance is a removable appliance designed with or without occlusal coverage to expand the upper anteriors forward. This is accomplished by turning the screw(s) that are incorporated into the appliance. The appliance is comprised of acrylic and metal, fitting comfortably on the roof of the patient’s mouth.

The Schwartz Appliance is a removable appliance designed to expand the upper or lower jaw and create the needed space for development of permanent teeth. This appliance works by turning the expansion screw. Once the arch is expanded, the appliance is left in place for a period of time to stabilize the bone and maintain the correction.

The Schwartz Appliance is a removable appliance designed to expand the upper or lower jaw and create the needed space for development of permanent teeth. This appliance works by turning the expansion screw. Once the arch is expanded, the appliance is left in place for a period of time to stabilize the bone and maintain the correction.

This appliance is a removable expander. It is used to expand the arched and teeth. It can be used to relieve crowding in the posterior or anterior segment.

The Sliding Retainer closes up a small amount of excess space by providing a constant, light lingual pressure, sufficient to retract the anteriors. The amount of force is determined by the size of the elastic which is stretched between the hooks on the labial wire and the tube soldered to the “Adams” Clasps through which the elastic slides.

This splint is made with 3mm clear silicone material over the entire occlusal arch. The night guard may have a smooth flat surface or with contact points, depending on the patient’s needs. This splint is placed over the entire occlusal arch to improve minor bruxism.

The Space Maintainer holds the space open so that the new adult teeth take the time they need to develop naturally below the gum line. Space maintainers prevent the neighboring teeth from crowding. This allows the new adult tooth to complete its development and break through the gums to take its place naturally and without interference from neighboring teeth.

Our sports guards guarantee the protection of teeth, jaw, and oral soft tissues. They significantly reduce the chances of broken jaws, cuts, and lacerations after a blow to the mouth or face. Direct or indirect blows to the face can cause severe damage, and at times, may lead to a concussion. A custom made sports guard is fabricated from the highest quality material, offering your patient the best protection, while maintaining comfort. Custom sports guards are far superior to the “ready-made” and “boil-and-bite” guards, which offer little protection and minimal comfort.

The Hawley Retainer consists of a metal wire on an acrylic arch. It is used after treatment for retention of an arch. The acrylic arch is designed to fit comfortably on the palate of the patient’s mouth. This retainer has the additional benefit of being adjusted by the orthodontist to ensure teeth stay in the desired position.

The Hawley Retainer consists of a metal wire on an acrylic arch. It is used after treatment for retention of an arch. The acrylic arch is designed to fit comfortably on the palate of the patient’s mouth. This retainer has the additional benefit of being adjusted by the orthodontist to ensure teeth stay in the desired position.

This splint is designed with clear acrylic over the entire occlusal arch. The appliance features a smooth flat surface or may include contact points to improve the temporalmandibular joint (TMJ) position or bruxism. The occlusal surface can be finished in any manner desired, for example, cuspid rise and/or anterior guidance to disarticulate the teeth in protrusive/excursive movements.

This appliance is useful in correcting minor rotations, crowding, and relapse. The teeth are set up in the corrected position on the model and then the appliance is constructed. When worn by the patient, the resulting labial-lingual force will align the teeth.

This appliance is useful in correcting minor rotations, crowding, and relapse. The teeth are set up in the corrected position on the model and then the appliance is constructed. When worn by the patient, the resulting labial-lingual force will align the teeth. Upper arch clasp may vary.

The T-Rex is an expansion appliance that is designed to accomplish both lateral expansion and molar distalization by widening the upper jaw. It is also used to push the upper molars back. The appliance’s bands are placed on the first permanent molars and uses an expansion screw and locking wires.

This appliance is designed with a frog screw and distalizing bars with an omega loop and 2 TAD Auxiliaries. The appliance offers outstanding molar distalization without crown or root tipping. The spring is easily removed and adjusted with a TAD Auxiliary, and bands are attached onto the two upper first molar teeth.

Designed for lateral expansion, the appliance uses acrylic to support the micro implants on the palatal expansion screw, and adds extra stability to the appliance. This appliance is made with 4 TAD Auxiliaries customized for each patient. The acrylic closely contacts the palatal mucosa and makes it particularly effective for opening and separating the mid-palatal suture. It offers expansion by applying force on teeth and palatal mucosa.

The MDE is designed to move molars with TADs and elastic chains in a more posterior direction to create space for permanent teeth to develop naturally and to correct crowding. The appliance is in a fixed position and comprised of bands around the maxillary permanent first molar teeth. This is useful when you encounter the need for space closure and molar distalization.

The MDS appliance is designed to move molars with TADs and screws in a more posterior direction to create space for permanent teeth to develop naturally and to correct crowding. The appliance is in a fixed position and comprised of bands around the maxillary permanent first molar teeth. This is useful when you encounter the need of space and molar distalization.

The PBD Appliance is designed to move an individual tooth or anterior segment with hooks and a TAD in a more posterior direction. It creates or closes space for permanent teeth to develop naturally, and to corrects crowding. The appliance is in a fixed position and comprised of bands around the maxillary permanent first molar teeth. This is useful when you encounter the need for space closure and distalization.

The TPA Sagittal appliance is designed to move molars with TADs and to correct occlusion. The appliance is in a fixed position and comprised of bands around the maxillary permanent first molar teeth. This is useful when you encounter the need for space closure and molar sagitalization.

TPB is designed to move molars with TADs and an elastic chain in a more posterior direction to create space for permanent teeth to develop naturally, and to correct crowding. The appliance is in a fixed position and comprised of bands around the maxillary permanent first molar teeth. This is useful when you encounter the need for space closure and molar distalization.

This hard/soft splint is designed over the entire occlusal arch, comprised of a smooth flat surface or may include contact points to improve the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) position or bruxism. The material is amine free so it will remain clear and never yellow. A Thermoplastic Night Guard is self adjusting when placed in hot water before inserting in the mouth.

This device is unique due to its one independent screw. The expanding section is designed for sagittal anterior and transverse development. Each section can be separately activated. This appliance is ideal for palates large enough to handle the dimension of the screw. Due to its considerable bulk, it is not suitable for narrow palates or younger patients.

This device is unique due to its three independent features. There are three expanding sections in one appliance for sagittal anterior and transverse development. Each section can be separately activated. This appliance is ideal for palates large enough to handle the dimension of the screw. Due to its considerable bulk, it is not suitable for narrow palates or younger patients.

Pointy metal spurs are used to control a tongue-thrusting habit. Tongue spurs can be bonded to the teeth or soldered onto an appliance such a lingual arch.

Pointy metal spurs are used to control a tongue-thrusting habit. Tongue spurs can be bonded to the teeth or soldered onto an appliance such a lingual arch.

Used as a traditional habit breaking appliance, this fixed appliance utilizes a bead roller that spins on a support wire to distract the patient from thumb sucking or tongue thrusting. Colorful beads can be used in place of the bead roller to make wearing the appliance more fun. The support wire is soldered to bands on the first molars.

Used as a traditional habit breaking appliance, this fixed appliance utilizes a bead roller that spins on a support wire to distract the patient from thumb sucking or tongue thrusting. Colorful beads can be used in place of the bead roller to make wearing the appliance more fun. The support wire is soldered to bands on the first molars.

A tongue fence is used to control a tongue thrusting habit. The tongue fence is a preventative appliance designed to control the upper anterior alignment. The added strength of the fence helps resist the powerful muscular force of the tongue. Spurs can be added as an additional habit breaker.

A Tongue Loops is used to control a tongue thrusting habit. The tongue loops is a preventative appliance designed to control the upper anterior alignment. The added strength of the loops fence helps resist the powerful muscular force of the tongue. Spurs can be added as an additional habit breaker.

The TPA is designed with a solid transpalatal bar or with an omega loop. The Transpalatal Arch is a wire that goes across the roof of the palate with bands attached onto the two upper first teeth. it is used to maintain expansion and distalization in the molars. This appliance is available as both a permanent retainer or as a removable appliance.

The Transverse Expander is a simple variation of the basic Schwartz. It has the same basic components as the Schwartz with the following exception: it has two expansion screws instead of one, and an extra pair of Adams Clasps are added. This appliance has the function to expand the arch laterally. The Transverse delivers superior expansion force to the arch. A labial bow and posterior bite blocks are optional.

This design is for Class II correction using inclined occlusal blocks to hold the mandible. The angle of inclination of the occluding surface is 70 degrees. In the upper jaw, one or two expansion screws expand and correct the anterior dentition. The function of the Twin Block appliance is achieved by using a construction bite at the height at least 6 mm vertically, and secures retention of the upper and the lower arch.

This appliance is a mandibular advancement device for the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea. It is a custom-made, two-piece appliance for the upper and lower arches. The angle of inclination of the occluding surfaces is 70 degrees. The functional determination of bite for the Twin Block appliance is achieved by using a construction bite with the the height of at least 6 mm vertically, and a secure retention of the upper and the lower arch.

The W-Arch Appliance is used for the expansion of the upper and lower teeth. Unlike the RPE, it does not expand the whole upper arch, but instead widens only the teeth in the arch form. The W-Arch is bonded to the permanent upper molars. It is activated prior to placement and will expand at a gradual rate. The W-Arch is the simplest of the “W” expander design appliances.

The W-Arch Appliance is used for the expansion of the upper and lower teeth. Unlike the RPE, it does not expand the whole upper arch, but instead widens only the teeth in the arch form. The W-Arch is bonded to the permanent upper molars. It is activated prior to placement and will expand at a gradual rate. The W-Arch is the simplest of the “W” expander design appliances.