Invisalign Palatal Expander

Courtesy of Dr. Walt, 2024
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Treatment Summary

Patient Information

  • Age: 7
  • Gender: M
  • Invisalign Submission Option: Invisalign® Palatal Expander followed by Invisalign® First Clear Aligners​

Comments

Clinical Conditions: Narrow upper jaw from previous pacifier use; Upper spacing
Treatment goal: Expand maxilla; Resolve upper spacing
Treatment plan: Invisalign® Palatal Expander followed by Invisalign® First Clear Aligners
Orthodontic treatment: Upper Invisalign® Palatal Expander 
Planned Expansion (mm): 4.5 mm
Results: Expansion was achieved as desired 
Last worn active expander stage: 19
Expander Change frequency: Every 2 days
Holding protocol: 4 weeks
Holder change frequency: 2 weeks

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