Tooth-Supported Expanders

Palatal disjunction is one of the most common treatments in orthodontics, due to the prevalence of crossbites in the orthodontic population (7 – 25%). Conventional expanders are typically reserved for growing patients. The immature state of the structures allows for rapid and controlled expansion of the maxilla. This helps improve masticatory function, recover growth, create space for permanent teeth, among other benefits.