Class II & III Correction Appliances
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Class II Appliances
Headgear
Orthodontic headgear is a very important part of the treatment for some patients. Headgear creates forces that guide the growth of the face and jaws. It also is used to create space for teeth, move teeth into better positions, or to prevent teeth from moving. Your teeth may be tender for the first few days of wearing your headgear. This tenderness will disappear as you adjust to the new pressures. If instructions on usage are not followed, treatment will take longer and the treatment plan may have to change.
Always be careful when removing your headgear. If the headgear is removed carelessly, the part that fits in your mouth and attaches to your teeth could injure your lips, cheeks, face and possibly your eyes.
- Never remove the headgear until the straps have been disconnected.
- Never lift the headgear over your face.
- Never wear the headgear when running or playing sports.
- Bring your headgear with you to every appointment.
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Herbst
The Herbst Appliance is very effective in correcting large overbites in growing patients. It is used to enhance the growth of the lower jaw in a forward direction, while at the same time applying pressure to the upper jaw in a backward direction. Expansion (widening) of the upper jaw may also be done if necessary.
The Herbst appliance is cemented on the back teeth and is active 24 hours a day. It is generally worn full time for approximately 6 months to one year. Depending on the patient's age and orthodontic problem, the Herbst can be worn as a standalone appliance or in conjunction with braces. The Herbst may be used instead of a headgear or more difficult appliances. In most cases, the Herbst facilitates large overjet correction without having to extract teeth or have jaw surgery.
Forsus
A Forsus appliance is used to correct moderate to severe overjets and reduce the need for headgear or extraction of permanent teeth. It works in conjunction with your braces using continuous gentle forces to provide efficient treatment of Class II malocclusions.
The Pendulum Appliance
This fixed appliance is a unique way of correcting a Class II malocclusion when Dr. Carcara feels your growth is near completion and headgear or a functional appliance is less efficient. It also eliminates the need to wear a headgear or functional appliance.
Bionator
The Bionator appliance is a reliable and removable functional appliance used to correct a severe overjet. The major advantages are the ease of use and the ability to remove the appliance to maintain proper oral hygiene and to eat.
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Class III Correction Appliances
Protraction Facemask
The Protraction Facemask is an orthopedic device used for the correction of Class III skeletal malocclusions (under bite). It works by protracting the maxilla (upper jaw) and restricting mandibular (lower jaw) growth. In general, it is worn 12-14 hours per day or as directed by Dr. Carcara until correction is achieved. It is usually worn in conjunction with a RPE (fixed palatal expander).
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