The dental world keeps evolving and one breakthrough that is revolutionizing orthodontics is the Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE). At Miami Designer Smiles, led by the adept Dr. Concepcion Sanchez-Garcia and Dr. Raul Garcia, we are at the forefront of implementing this cutting-edge treatment — transfiguring smiles and changing lives for people in Miami, Florida and beyond.
Understanding MARPE: The Basic Principle
MARPE is a unique dental procedure designed to widen the upper jaw or the maxilla. But what separates MARPE from standard methods like dental force is its focus on skeletal expansion, an approach that ensures lasting results and improved oral health. The technique employs temporary anchorage devices or mini-implants placed into the palate to facilitate expansion at the skeletal level, rather than simply moving the teeth.
Why Do We Need Upper Jaw Expansion?
The need for upper jaw expansion arises when there is insufficient space in the upper jaw for teeth to grow healthily and naturally. This condition, often known as maxillary constriction, can cause various complications, including malocclusion (misaligned teeth), difficulty in oral hygiene maintenance, aesthetic concerns, and inappropriate tongue positioning leading to impaired breathing, eating, and speech.
MARPE: The Science Behind the Breakthrough
MARPE applies biomechanical concepts to biology. Unlike traditional palatal expanders that use dental force to move the teeth and widen the maxilla, MARPE uses temporary anchorage devices. These mini-implants are strategically placed in the palate, creating a platform to administer pressure directly to the palatal bones. By focusing on the skeletal structure rather than the teeth, MARPE rectifies maxillary constriction at its root, leading to results that are not only cosmetic but also have a profound impact on overall oral health.
How Does MARPE Work with Mini-Implants?
The mini-implants used in MARPE work by firmly anchoring into the palatal bone. They serve as stable points around which the maxilla expands. As pressure is exerted on these points, the fusion line (sutura) between the two halves of the maxilla is gently separated. This separation creates extra space within the mouth and brings about the needed expansion in the upper jaw.
MARPE: The Procedure and Beyond
The procedure of MARPE begins with the precise placement of mini-implants in the patient’s palate by experienced dentists like Dr. Concepcion Sanchez-Garcia and Dr. Raul Garcia at Miami Designer Smiles. This minimally invasive treatment is known to cause minimal discomfort. Once the mini-implants are in place, an expansion device is attached to them. Over the next few weeks, this device is gradually tightened to apply pressure on the mini-implants – leading to the careful expansion of the upper jaw.
Post-treatment, not only are the changes in facial aesthetics remarkable, but there is also a noticeable enhancement in the patient’s overall health. This is because the correct alignment and enhanced space in the upper jaw promote better tongue positioning, ease of breathing, and even improved sleep.
MARPE: The Ideal Candidate
MARPE is generally recommended for teenagers and adults, who in most cases have the fusion line in their maxilla only partially ossified or calcified. Early detection and intervention usually ensure the best outcomes, further stressing the importance of regular dental check-ups.
Why Choose Miami Designer Smiles for MARPE?
At Miami Designer Smiles, we believe in comprehensive care that addresses oral health concerns at their roots. We make sure to keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in the dental world, enabling us to provide our patients with the leading treatments like MARPE.
Our experienced team of dentists, Dr. Concepcion Sanchez-Garcia and Dr. Raul Garcia, along with our highly skilled staff, provide personalized dental care in a warm and friendly environment. Don’t just take our word for it; the transformed smiles in our gallery and testimonies from our happy clients speak volumes about our commitment and expertise.
So, if you’re dealing with maxillary constriction or facing oral health issues that traditional braces have failed to correct, MARPE could be the solution you’re looking for. Trust in the proven expertise of Miami Designer Smiles, and take the first step towards not just a transformed smile but an enhanced lifestyle with our state-of-the-art MARPE procedure.