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The Hanks Herbst Appliance provides an exceptional function in class II orthodontic correction. This appliance repositions the mandible forward to allow for the adaptation of the muscular, skeletal and dental components utilizing a simple to install telescopic component on the buccal.
Herbst Appliance Orthodontics is an easy and efficient solution because screws are integrated directly into the telescoping mechanism reducing the chance of small pieces falling into the patients’ mouth. Its unique ball and socket design provide unrestricted lateral excursion and unparalleled patient comfort. We recommend the Herbst appliance for those difficult patients who have compliance issues with removable appliances.
Herbst appliance Treatment will last 6-12 months. Activate expander 1-3x per day if present. Screws are integrated into the Herbst appliance telescopic arms, and you will be provided with an accompanying hex key.
Make sure to dry fit the Herbst appliance before cementation. You can assemble the Herbst appliance components before insertion to prevent loss of a screw. If your screws are back turning ODL recommends purchasing CekaBond which can be applied to the threads and then assembled.
Muscle Tenderness – When the patient first gets his or her Herbst appliance, there may be some overall muscle tenderness and soreness of the teeth. As the patients’ mouth adapts to the Herbst appliance, the soreness should fade.
Tissue Irritation – Because the Herbst appliance is metal, it may cause some slight tissue irritation, especially on the lower gums. It will take time for the patients’ mouth to adapt to the Herbst appliance. Until it does, dental wax can help to ease the irritation.
Herbst appliance and diet – Eating softer food will help with any muscle soreness, especially after the first week or two after getting the Herbst appliance. After installing the Herbst appliance it is also important to eliminate sticky foods, like candy and gum, or hard, crunchy food, which can damage the appliance and lengthen treatment time.
Herbst appliances offer patients a diverse range of treatment options. Whereas a typical Herbst may contain two “arms” to aid in treatment, our Herbst appliance is unique in that it is a telescoping Herbst appliance. We offer modification options for the Herbst appliance in order to best suit your patient needs.
If you require other Herbst appliance modification options, please contact our office.
We offer a plethora of customization options to ensure your appliance is expertly tailored to your preferences. With our array of automated machinery and highly skilled craftsmen, you can expect a consistent, high-quality product, every time.
We’re driven by hard-work and a relentless passion for dental excellence. It’s simple. ODL’s highly skilled lab technicians utilize the finest materials available to achieve ideal results for you and your patients. We stand by our craftsmanship and strive to exceed your expectations with every appliance.
When you partner with ODL, we ensure your experience is second to none. We pride ourselves in providing unparalleled dental excellence. Order today and give your patients the smile they deserve.
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