PALATAL EXPANDER

Palate expanders are oral devices that are used to treat a variety of dental problems. They're also known as
orthodontic expanders or palatal expanders. These items are most typically utilized in pre-adolescent
children, but teens and adults can also benefit from them. A palate expander may be recommended by an
orthodontist if your child has a crossbite or a narrow upper jaw.
Each time a correction is performed, the palatal expander gently presses on your upper molars, "expanding"
(or widening) your top jaw. The animation below will show you how to modify your expander and when to
do so. You will use the appliance for several months after you have achieved the desired enlargement to
cement the expansion and avoid regression.
ADJUSTING THE PALATAL EXPANDER
Below mentioned are the steps followed:
STEP 1: Tip the patient's head back in a well-lit location.
TEP 2: Insert the key into the hole until it is securely fastened.
STEP 3: Place the key in the back of your mouth. You'll see that the fender rotates and a new hole appears.
When the key meets the back of the expander, the rotation comes to a halt.
Step 4: To remove the key, press back and down toward the tongue. The key's next insertion hole should
now be visible.
Contact Esteem Braces and Aligners at (786) 744-1570 if you need consultation regarding palatal expander
with our orthodontist in Miami, FL.