Palatal Expander

Palatal expanders

Palate expanders have two halves that are attached to the top back molars on both sides of the jaw. The halves are typically connected together by a screw, which sits high up in the middle of the mouth.

You’ll be given a key to turn the screw, rotating it, on a specified schedule. This keeps pressure on both halves of the jawbone, causing them to widen and move apart.

Palatal expanders are custom made. The orthodontist will take an impression of the upper jaw and teeth. This impression will be sent to our lab,then make an expander that fits perfectly to the mouth.