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Orthodontic Practice

Functional Appliances

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Functional Appliances

Functional appliances are removable appliances used to correct discrepancies between the upper and lower jaws.

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Functional

Appliances

Functional Appliances

Functional appliances are braces which are used to correct discrepancies in the way the teeth bite together. They are so called because they are designed to enable your jaws to function more normally. If the upper jaw is more prominent than the lower jaw, the lower lip functions behind the upper front teeth and makes the upper teeth stick out relative to the lower jaw and teeth, “goofy teeth” are ideally treated using functional appliances, they can change the way the jaws function together and improve prominent teeth. The appliances are designed so you bite forwards with the lower teeth and the really clever part is that the force exerted by your facial muscles as you bite is transmitted to your teeth. This helps to bring the upper and lower teeth into a closer relationship and improve your bite. Using functional appliances can save many patients from jaw surgery later in life.

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The most common functional appliance is called a “Twin-block” appliance. It derives its name from the split nature of the device, in which you have an upper “block” and a lower “block”, which fit together. These are removable appliances which are worn together and act as a pair.

“Dr Glenn Cooper and the entire team from reception to the dental nurses are all first rate and made this a stress free experience. Friendly customer service with a genuine interest in their patients. The transformation is incredible and I haven't stopped smiling!

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I would highly recommend giving them a visit for any of you orthodontic needs.”

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What our Patients Say

"I went to Glenn after previous unsatisfactory private treatment from another orthodontist in the hope he could rectify things and produce a better result. My experience at the Practice was first rate. Glenn and his team are personable, professional and the communication throughout was first rate. I'm absolutely delighted with the results. Thoroughly recommend."

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80 Southover, Woodside Park

London N12 7HB  |  020 8446 4943

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