Twin Block
A removable functional appliance used in selected growing patients where mandibular positioning and Class II correction are indicated.
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PERSONALISED ORTHODONTIC CARE
DIGITAL SCANNING
BRACES
CLEAR ALIGNERS
INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT PLANNING
PERSONALISED ORTHODONTIC CARE
DIGITAL SCANNING
BRACES
CLEAR ALIGNERS
INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT PLANNING
Supporting Growth, Bite & Tooth Development
Orthodontic appliances may be used at different stages of dental development to support tooth movement, jaw relationships, arch development and bite correction. The appropriate appliance depends on the patient's age, dental development, orthodontic concern and individual treatment requirements.
INTRODUCTION
Appliances Selected Around Your Needs
Orthodontic appliances are not one-size-fits-all. Some are designed for growing patients, while others may be used alongside orthodontic treatment or for specific jaw and arch-related concerns.
Following an individual orthodontic assessment, the appropriate appliance can be selected according to the patient’s stage of development, treatment requirements and overall orthodontic goals.
APPLIANCES BY AGE
Orthodontic Care Through Different Stages
Different appliances may be considered at different stages of dental and skeletal development. The following categories help explain where certain appliances may be relevant.
Loss of Space
A space regainer may be considered when space has been lost following the premature loss of a primary tooth.
Tooth Movement
Neighbouring teeth may move into an available space, reducing the room needed for a developing permanent tooth.
Reduced Eruption Space
A space regainer may be considered when there is reduced space for an unerupted permanent tooth.
Developing Teeth
Developing permanent teeth may require additional space to support their expected eruption and alignment.
Selected Cases
In selected cases, orthodontic space regaining may be appropriate based on the child's dental development and individual requirements.
CHILDREN
Supporting Growth & Developing Jaw Relationships
During the growing years, certain appliances may be considered to guide jaw development or address developing bite relationships.
Appliances that may be considered:
Invisalign Mandibular Advancement
A clear aligner-based appliance designed for selected growing patients where mandibular advancement is part of the orthodontic treatment approach.
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Invisalign Palatal Expander
A clear appliance designed to support palatal expansion in selected growing patients where transverse development is indicated.
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Bondable Hyrax
A fixed expansion appliance that may be used in growing patients to address selected transverse discrepancies and support arch development.
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Twin Block
A removable functional appliance used in selected growing patients where mandibular positioning and Class II correction are indicated.
Invisalign Mandibular Advancement Appliance
A clear aligner-based appliance designed for selected growing patients where mandibular advancement is part of the orthodontic treatment approach.
Headgear
An orthodontic appliance that may be used in selected growing patients to influence upper jaw development and molar positioning.
Face Mask
An appliance that may be considered in selected growing patients where forward development of the upper jaw is required.
Chin Cup
May be considered in selected growing patients where control of forward mandibular growth is required as part of the orthodontic treatment plan.
Invisalign Palatal Expander
A clear appliance designed to support palatal expansion in selected growing patients where transverse development is indicated.
Bondable Hyrax
A fixed expansion appliance that may be used in growing patients to address selected transverse discrepancies and support arch development.
TEENAGERS
Guiding Development & Supporting Orthodontic Correction
As children move through adolescence, treatment may involve appliances that work alongside orthodontic alignment or address specific jaw and bite relationships.
Appliances that may be considered:
Twin Block
A removable functional appliance used in selected growing patients where mandibular positioning and Class II correction are indicated.
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Invisalign Mandibular Advancement
A clear aligner-based appliance designed for selected growing patients where mandibular advancement is part of the orthodontic treatment approach.
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Invisalign Palatal Expander
A clear appliance designed to support palatal expansion in selected growing patients where transverse development is indicated.
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Bondable Hyrax
A fixed expansion appliance that may be used in growing patients to address selected transverse discrepancies and support arch development.
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ADVA Sync 2
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered alongside orthodontic treatment for selected Class II correction cases.
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Forsus Fatigue Resistance Device
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered as part of orthodontic treatment for selected Class II correction cases.
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Class II / III Elastics
Orthodontic elastics that may be prescribed in selected cases to support correction of bite relationships and coordinate tooth movement.
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Twin Block
A removable functional appliance that may be considered in suitable growing patients where mandibular positioning and Class II correction are indicated.
Invisalign Mandibular Advancement Appliance
An aligner-based appliance that may be used in suitable growing patients where mandibular advancement forms part of the planned orthodontic treatment.
Headgear
An orthodontic appliance that may be considered in selected cases to influence upper jaw development and molar positioning.
Face Mask
An appliance that may be considered in selected growing patients where forward development of the upper jaw is required.
Chin Cup
May be considered in selected growing patients where control of forward mandibular growth is required as part of the orthodontic treatment plan.
Invisalign Palatal Expander
A clear appliance that may be considered in suitable patients where palatal expansion and transverse development are indicated.
Bondable Hyrax
A fixed expansion appliance that may be used in selected cases to address transverse discrepancies and support arch development.
ADVA Sync 2
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered alongside orthodontic treatment for selected Class II correction cases.
Forsus Fatigue Resistance Device
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered as part of orthodontic treatment for selected Class II correction cases.
Class II / III Elastics
Orthodontic elastics that may be prescribed in selected cases to support correction of bite relationships and coordinate tooth movement.
ADULTS & YOUNG ADULTS
Targeted Appliance Support When Required
Orthodontic appliances are not limited to early treatment. Selected appliances may also be considered for young adults or adults when they form part of a broader orthodontic treatment plan.
The appropriate approach depends on the patient’s tooth position, bite, jaw relationship, previous orthodontic treatment and overall clinical requirements
Appliances that may be considered:
Invisalign Mandibular Advancement
A clear aligner-based appliance designed for selected growing patients where mandibular advancement is part of the orthodontic treatment approach.
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ADVA Sync 2
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered alongside orthodontic treatment for selected Class II correction cases.
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Forsus Fatigue Resistance Device
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered as part of orthodontic treatment for selected Class II correction cases.
Know More
Class II / III Elastics
Orthodontic elastics that may be prescribed in selected cases to support correction of bite relationships and coordinate tooth movement.
Know More
Invisalign Mandibular Advancement Appliance
An aligner-based appliance that may be considered in suitable cases where mandibular advancement forms part of the planned orthodontic treatment.
ADVA Sync 2
A fixed functional appliance that may be considered alongside orthodontic treatment for selected cases requiring Class II correction.
Forsus Fatigue Resistance Device
A fixed functional appliance that may be incorporated into orthodontic treatment for selected cases where Class II correction is required.
Class II / III Elastics
Orthodontic elastics that may be prescribed in selected cases to support bite correction and coordinate tooth movement during treatment.
APPLIANCE TREATMENT PROCESS
A Planned Approach From Assessment to Review
01
Assessment
Your teeth, bite, jaw relationship and stage of dental development are assessed.
02
Records
Where appropriate, photographs, scans, X-rays or other records may be used to understand the orthodontic condition.
03
Appliance Selection
The appropriate appliance is selected based on the individual orthodontic requirements.
04
Appliance Placement
The appliance is fitted or provided according to the selected treatment approach.
05
Progress Reviews
Regular appointments allow the response to treatment and appliance progress to be reviewed.
06
Further Treatment
Where required, appliance treatment may form part of a wider orthodontic plan involving braces, aligners or other approaches.
APPLIANCE SELECTION FACTORS
Treatment Is Planned Around the Individual
The choice of appliance can depend on several factors, including:
- Age and stage of dental development
- Tooth alignment
- Bite relationship
- Jaw relationship
- Growth potential
- Transverse or arch-width concerns
- Overall orthodontic treatment requirements
- Cooperation and appliance use where relevant
The Right Appliance for the Right Situation
Every orthodontic case develops differently. An appliance that may be appropriate for one patient may not be suitable for another.
Treatment is planned after considering the patient’s individual dental and orthodontic requirements, with the appliance selected according to the specific treatment objective.
ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCES
Frequently Asked Questions.
Find answers to common questions about orthodontic appliances, their use and treatment planning.
Orthodontic appliances are devices that may be used to support tooth movement, jaw relationships, arch development or bite correction as part of an orthodontic treatment plan.
No. Some appliances are designed primarily for growing patients, while others may be considered for teenagers and young adults. Expansion appliances may also be used across different age groups when clinically appropriate.
No. Appliance treatment is only considered when it is appropriate for the individual orthodontic condition and treatment goals.
Some functional appliances are removable, while others are fixed. The appropriate type depends on the individual treatment requirements.
Yes. Selected appliances may be used alongside orthodontic alignment or braces when additional correction is required.
Some appliance approaches may be combined with aligner-based treatment in suitable cases. The appropriate approach depends on the individual orthodontic requirements.
The duration varies according to the appliance, treatment objective and individual response. Specific appliance durations should be discussed during the treatment planning process.
In some cases, appliance treatment may form one stage of a broader orthodontic treatment plan. Further alignment or other treatment may be recommended depending on the individual case.
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Appliance selection, treatment duration and expected outcomes vary between patients and are determined following an individual orthodontic assessment.
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Not Sure Which Appliance Is Right for You?
An orthodontic assessment can help determine whether an appliance is appropriate and which treatment approach best matches your dental and orthodontic requirements.
Treatment suitability and timing vary between patients and are determined following an individual orthodontic assessment.