Enhanced features of the AES- RPE
- Light cured maxillary bonded expander
- Early treatment in primary dentition as early as age 3
- Two step instead of four step installation procedure, no separators (no discomfort), no bands
- Eliminates two chair-side appointments for installation.
- No need for bands which can cause inaccuracy of insertion of the appliance, causing decalcification, gingival irritation and gingivitis in presence of bad oral hygiene
- Impression (digital or analog)
- Direct or indirect installation options with light cured or chemical cured adhesives
- Enhanced esthetics with no labial wires or bands
- Maximized anchorage by incorporating more teeth for better rapid skeletal expansion or slow dental expansion
- Enhanced design allowing future incorporation of unerupted teeth including second molars
- Ease of chair-side repair for loose bonding attachments with no need for removal of the appliance
- Enhanced hygienic design with ease of access to interproximal contacts for proper flossing or use of water pick.
- Bite guard effect to eliminate tooth wear and bruxism.
- TMJ splint effect to enhance occlusal stability for TMD cases
- Ideal for management of excess vertical growth, enhancing the counterclockwise rotation of mandible for better sagittal growth and class 2 dental and skeletal correction
- Ideal for nasomaxillary expansion as early as age 3 for Improvement of upper airway and breathing if the nasal passages are blocking airflow
- Superior soft tissue comfort with no irritation of the checks or tongue from bands, wires or hooks
- Compatible for use by any types of expansion screws including fan shape or dual fulcrum
Bonded In Place Example