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2. List of orthodontic functional appliances - Wikipedia

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   This is a comprehensive list of functional appliances that are used in the field of orthodontics. The functional appliances can be divided into fixed and removable. The fixed functional appliances have to be bonded to the teeth by an orthodontist. A removable functional appliance does not need to be bonded on the teeth and can be removed by the ...

3. List of palatal expanders - Wikipedia

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   The appliance includes a jackscrew in the middle for patients to turn for expansion purposes. This appliance also has rigid wires extending from appliance to premolars and molars. It is important to note that the tooth-borne expanders can be divided into the Bonded vs. Banded Type of expanders. Hyrax appliance falls under the banded type appliance.

4. Category:Orthodontic appliances - Wikipedia

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   This list may not reflect recent changes. List of orthodontic functional appliances; A. ACCO appliance; Activator appliance; Adams clasp; C. Clear aligners;

5. Orthodontic technology - Wikipedia

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   Orthodontic technology is a specialty of dental technology that is concerned with the design and fabrication of dental appliances for the treatment of malocclusions, which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. There are three main types of orthodontic appliances: active, passive and functional.

6. Frankel appliance - Wikipedia

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   Frankel appliance or Frankel Functional Regulator is an orthodontic functional appliance which was developed by Rolf Fränkel in 1950s for treatment to patients of all ages (more so for adults In Orthotropics). This appliance primarily focused on the modulation of neuromuscular activity in order to produce changes in jaw and teeth.

7. Retainer (orthodontics) - Wikipedia

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   Research shows that participants that wear Hawley retainers report being more embarrassed about the appliance than wearing vacuum formed retainers and they found Hawley retainers more difficult to wear. [6] However, if the patient has concerns with regards to the visible metal wire, a clear polyethylene bow can be used to enhance aesthetics. [1]