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What Is a Rapid Palatal Expander and How Does It Work? A rapid palatal expander delivers controlled lateral force to the upper jaw (maxilla). The human maxilla is not ...
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How Braces Rubber Bands Between Teeth Create Space Braces rubber bands between teeth are usually orthodontic spacers, also called separators. These tiny, latex-free el...
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What Happens During an Orthodontic Free Consultation? An orthodontic free consultation is a no-obligation first visit where an orthodontist checks your teeth, bite, an...
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How an Expander Palatal Appliance Works to Widen the Upper Jaw To appreciate how palatal expansion works, it helps to understand the anatomy of the upper jaw (the maxi...
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How Braces Rubber Bands Help Align Front Teeth Braces rubber bands for front teeth are small interarch elastics that connect specific upper and lower brackets. They ad...
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Understanding Early Orthodontic Treatment and How It Differs from Regular Braces Many parents naturally wonder why an orthodontist would evaluate a child who still has...
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