Palatal Expanders
A palate expander, also known as a palatal expander, is a device used to widen the roof of your mouth. At Orthodontic Associates, we use palate expanders typically in children to correct posterior crossbites and to reduce crowding to make more room for their teeth. Wearing a palate expander can also help open airways and make space for unerupted teeth, like the upper canines, to prevent tooth impactions. Impacted teeth are unable to fully erupt into their proper position in your smile due to lack of space.
Types of Palate Expanders
Palatal Expanders
A palate expander, also known as a palatal expander, is a device used to widen the roof of your mouth. At Orthodontic Associates, we use palate expanders typically in children to correct posterior crossbites and to reduce crowding to make more room for their teeth. Wearing a palate expander can also help open airways and make space for unerupted teeth, like the upper canines, to prevent tooth impactions. Impacted teeth are unable to fully erupt into their proper position in your smile due to lack of space.
Types of Palate Expanders
What’s phase I orthodontic treatment?
Phase 1 treatment (braces or Invisalign) is for kids who are still in the early stages of having a mix of baby and adult teeth. This usually occurs between age 6-9. The goal of phase I treatment is to develop kid’s jaws and/or teeth to make room for existing teeth and incoming permanent teeth. 🦷
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We’re not fooling around when it comes to your smile! 😁
Dr. Sparks and our Kelly office team are ready to meet you and help you love your smile!
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How often are my orthodontic appointments?
Join Dr. Amy and Dr. Theobald as they discuss how often your smile progress needs to be checked during braces or Invisalign treatment!
💙 For braces, we will need to see you every 6-8 weeks.
💙 For Invisalign treatment, we will need to see you about every 12 weeks.
💙 We understand patients have busy work and school schedules. We are willing to work with your schedule the best we can by offering early-morning and lunch appointments, along with 4 OKC metro locations to choose from!
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Happy National Doctors Day to the Best Orthodontists in the OKC, Edmond and Mustang areas!
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What’s better: Invisalign aligners or braces?
Neither is “better” - the best option depends on your smile! They both achieve the same results with different experiences. In your free smile consult, we will explain how both work and help you decide what’s best for you or your child!
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Caught a teaching moment with Dr. Archer and little sister. At Orthodontic Associates, we start seeing kids as young as 7 to check on the growth and development of their smile. With our expertise, technology, and additional years of schooling, our doctors can determine when a child might need orthodontic treatment, if they need early intervention, and what teeth might be visiting the tooth fairy soon! These appointments are FREE, comfortable, and your child gets a prize just for visiting us!
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