Dental Development, Removable Appliances

Saggital Appliance

The Sagittal appliance is used to lengthen the arch by distalizing the molars or driving the anterior section forward. This appliance is often used to alleviate crowding. We install expansion screws along the sagittal plane and parallel to the left and right side. You can also add a screw to either side. As with any expansion appliance, we recommend maximum retention with Adams clasps on the 6’s (if erupted) and ball clasps between the pre-molars. You can also incorporate a labial bow to control the anterior incisors and a posterior bite plate to disarticulate the arches providing additional anchorage for the upper appliance.

Additional Options, Materials & Treatment Information

Materials

Wire: American Orthodontics Chromium Cobalt
Acrylic: JBC Monomer and Polymer
Screw: Leone POP Expansion Screw

Treatment & Care

Activation of the screw is 1-2 times per week.

Patients should wear 22 hours a day and clean daily with toothpaste to prevent the buildup of plaque and odor. Avoid Efferdent and other effervescent solutions, as it may erode components on the appliance. It is recommended to use products like DentaSoak or Retainer Splash.

More About Saggital Appliance

Also Known As:

Anterior-posterior expander, Sagittal expander

Who Made Me:

The Sagittal Appliance was created to move teeth either forward or backward along the dental arch, providing space for alignment or addressing arch discrepancies. Introduced in the mid-20th century, it offers controlled anterior-posterior expansion, making it ideal for treating crowding in mixed dentition cases. Today, its design has been refined to allow for better customization and more comfortable wear.

The Dental is in the Details

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.

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