Space Maintenance
Tooth decay, trauma from a fall, or other accidental injury are common causes of early tooth loss in children. A space maintaining appliance can prevent a serious malocclusion in the permanent dentition, and help maintain normal speech, function, and esthetics. For adults, proper space management is important during active orthodontic and restorative treatment.
Type SM110
Ideal Lingual Arch
- Bands on first molars
- .036 wire contacting lingual teeth of anterior
Specify:
- Teeth to be banded
Type SM120
Ideal Lingual Arch with Omega Loops
- Bands on first molars
- .036 wire contacting lingual teeth of anterior
- Adjustment loops
Specify:
- Teeth to be banded
Type SM140
Step Down Lingual Arch with Adjustment Loops
- Bands on first molars
- .036 wire contacting lingual teeth of anterior
- Wire stepped down in the posterior with adjustment loops added
Specify:
- Teeth to be banded
Type SM210
Transpalatal Arch
- Bands on first molars
- .036 wire 1mm-2mm off of the palate
- Adjustment loop at the center of the palate
Type SM230
Transpalatal Nance
- Bands on first molars
- .036 wire 1mm-2mm off of the palate
- .036 wire bent to the anterior part of the palate from the Transpalatal arch
- Acrylic button placed against the palate
Type SM310
Band and Loop Space Maintainer
- Band one tooth
- Space maintaining loop bent to apposing tooth to hold space