What Is An Orthodontic Expander & When Is It Necessary?

You’ve probably heard of braces being described as being removable or fixed, but one thing you may not have heard of before is an orthodontic expander. What exactly does this do? Do you need one to straighten your teeth and achieve the smile you want? Here’s what you need to know about orthodontic expanders, their role in straightening teeth, and when they might be the right choice for you.

What Are Expander Braces, And What Do They Do?

Expander braces, which are also known as functional or half-spring braces, are a common and effective orthodontic treatment. They use light to moderate pressure to create space between your teeth so that you can move them into better positions for speech and for chewing. The name comes from an appliance called an expander, which fits over one of your teeth and pushes against it in order to stretch out a rubber band around it (see image below). We place expanders in specific places on your upper and lower teeth so that when we take them off, there is increased space where they used to be.

Who Are The Best Candidates For Expander Braces?

Many people seek orthodontic braces expander to treat a gap between their two front teeth. It is not uncommon for tooth spaces to widen due to many factors, including genetics, toothbrush trauma and braces. At some point it may be necessary to correct spacing issues using an expander brace or appliance. Although anyone can benefit from an expander, there are certain criteria you should meet before making a choice about treatment. If you decide that an expander is right for you, we will make sure that your smile is in good hands.

What Are The Benefits Of Expander Braces?

An orthodontic expander is a device that is fitted onto braces to widen teeth. Expanders are typically used in conjunction with conventional braces or clear aligners and are used to improve alignment by helping to stretch out small spaces between teeth, or widen larger spaces created by severe crowding. A typical treatment schedule for an expander might include a series of incremental widths ranging from 1 millimeter all the way up to 6 millimeters (or even more). After each adjustment, patients are given time to adapt and stabilize before moving on to another expander size. The general rule is one size per month; however, that depends largely on a patient’s rate of progress.

How Do Expander Braces Work?

Braces, braces, braces: for years, these devices have been used to correct crooked teeth and improve dental alignment. These corrective tools are typically a part of an orthodontist’s arsenal—and for good reason. They can be an effective tool in combating abnormal tooth growth. There are many types of braces available, with each having its own purpose and providing a unique solution for different types of imperfections or malocclusions (bad bites). One device that is becoming increasingly popular is called an expander brace.

What Are The Costs Of Expander Braces?

The cost of expander braces varies from orthodontist to orthodontist. Prices also vary based on a wide variety of factors, including: whether your braces are made by Invisalign or conventional methods; how much time it takes for your dentist to put them on and take them off each day; and how many appointments you’ll need in order to get everything done. Finally, costs vary depending on what areas of your mouth need adjusting—the more work that needs to be done, generally speaking, will mean higher costs. There is no set price for expander braces because these types of braces are customized and fitted individually per patient. Treatment times also differ based on each patient’s unique case and treatment goals.

What Are The Results Of Expander Braces?

Braces are excellent orthodontic devices because they can move teeth relatively quickly. However, there is one caveat—braces aren’t always necessary. For some patients, oral appliances (such as those designed to move your lower. Jaw forward) or natural tooth movement may be all you need to straighten your smile. This post will cover when braces are necessary and offer tips on how to ensure that you get a great result from these powerful devices.

Do Orthodontic Expanders Hurt?

When it comes to orthodontics, one of our primary goals is to give your child. A smile that is attractive and confidence-boosting. While tooth alignment is often an important part of achieving that goal, so are braces or other orthodontic devices. One of these devices is called an orthodontic expander. Which are often used in conjunction with headgear to treat severe crossbites. Expanders can also be used by themselves to correct any dental irregularities in children as well as adults. Crossbites occur when a person’s upper and lower teeth do not meet correctly. When biting down and have nothing to do with their bite strength or jaw size. But rather improper alignment caused by genetics and/or improper growth in utero.