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Have you ever wondered about whether you could use Invisalign or clear aligners as an alternative to doing RPE expanders or palatal expansion on your patients? Palatal expansion can be a useful tool, but if you are doing an Invisalign or clear aligner case, you may want to consider: is palatal expansion really necessary? […]
Can you Expand with RPE or Schwartz the SAME TIME as Lower Invisalign Clear Aligners?I. IntroductionA. Dr. Amanda from Straight Smile SolutionsB. Upcoming Invisalign technology expansionC. Need for creative solutions in the absence of expanders II. Phase One Course at Straight Smile SolutionsA. Resources available (playlist and course)B. Affordable cost III. Scenario DiscussionA. The need […]
Can you Delay RPE Palatal Expansion in a Mixed Dentition Patient? RisksI. Introduction● Dr. Amanda of Straight Smile Solutions discusses the need for early expansion in mixed dentition cases.● Promotes her phase one course for comprehensive understanding.II. Can We Wait?● Addressing the question of whether expansion can be delayed when the patient is in mixed […]
We all want to limit the discomfort our patients experience during their orthodontics cases — and this is especially important when dealing with palatal expansion. Fortunately, our experts are on hand today to help with this, so you know how much pain your patient is likely to experience (and whether or not their discomfort is […]
Have you ever wondered about the difference between expansion and proclination in orthodontics cases? It’s not always easy to work out how these differ, but you can keep several key things in mind to help inform your decision. With this thought to fall back on, today, we’ve outlined some of the key things you […]
Is Palatal Expansion Possible with Braces and Wires On? Have you ever wondered whether you could do a palatal expansion on a braces or wires patient? In many cases, once you’ve already installed braces as part of a treatment plan, it becomes a little difficult to work out whether or not you can still do […]
When it comes to orthodontics, it’s critical to understand when you will need multiple expanders – and this is always important to recognize and mention for your patients during initial consultations when ortho starts. After all, you want to create the optimal treatment plan for your patients – but it’s critical to know which type […]
When do you STOP turns for a RPE or Schwartz in a Growing Child? 1. have enough space for upper 3’s to come in (6 and 11) • Keep in mind you may need to CONSOLIATE the spaces max 2-2 (or 7-10) with Phase 1 Braces or Aligners to meet this objective fully• Be sure […]
Williams vs a Flea Orthodontics Appliances for Lower Fixed Expansion? Most commonly, lower fixed expansion cases will be seen in mixed dentition patients, and these unique scenarios can come with several potential complications and struggles. With this thought in mind, ensuring you know the difference between a Williams Appliance and a Flea for lower fixed […]
