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Can I get a palate expander for aesthetic reasons?

Thestation5Dec 31, 2020
I have no serious deformities other than my palate being slightly narrow, am i a candidate for palate expansion if i only want it to get a nice wide smile?

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Dr. Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD
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Answered on Jan 7, 2021
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Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD

Did you wear your retainers?? It looks like you grind your teeth too. If you like the straightness a progressive out of the box orthodontist might consider a Bite plate to help with both of those issues. Invisalign is definitely an option for you too. And you can be treated basically virtually...

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Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD

I am 99% sure they are peg laterals - that would be confirmed on an x-ray easily. Your idea is exactly what I would want to do if I were you - get them bonded making them ideal shape and size then do orthodontics to close up any remaining space.

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Jacqueline Demko, DDS, MSD

Without xrays it is hard to rule out the option of surgery being the best adjunct. A progressive orthodontist will consider a NiTI expander with braces. I would LOVE to treat your case. WIsh you were in my area. Good luck I promise it will be worth it.

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