Dental/Functional Appliances
Some jaws are narrow and sometimes with a V-shape palate that may have adverse effects on sequential eruption of teeth and proper positioning in the mouth. Many parents are worried about such situations for their children and may seek help from orthodontist or general dentist or pediatric dentist that incorporates functional appliances into his/her practice. One of the well-known laboratories in the US that fabricate such appliances is Space Maintainers Laboratory. This laboratory will work with your dentist to produce appliance that your child can wear.
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One of such appliance is known as *MemRx E appliance which features lateral expansion via unique Memory Expansion Screws. The special Memory Screw allows for multiple adjustments to be made at the time of seating the appliance. Expansion is achieved through the Memory Springs, which are integrated in the screw. This serves to increase patient comfort and compliance as well as less chair time in the doctor’s office, not to mention fewer patient appointments. If this appliance is right for your child, ask your doctor.
