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MARPE / MSE as a Non-Invasive Alternative to SARPE at Chittenden Dental in Burlington, Vermont
Offering Custom-Made MSE / MARPE
Why Choose MARPE / MSE?
- Non-Invasive: No need for expensive and invasive surgery compared to SARPE.
- Minimal Recovery Time: Start expansion immediately with minimal recovery time.
- Effective in Severe Cases: Custom-made expanders can be used in extremely narrow cases.
- Better Skeletal Expansion: Mini implants transfer force directly to the bone, resulting in more effective skeletal expansion.
Benefits of MSE / MARPE Over SARPE
- Non-Invasive: No need for expensive and invasive surgery compared to SARPE.
- Minimal Recovery Time: Start expansion immediately with minimal recovery time.
- Effective in Severe Cases: Custom-made expanders can be used in extremely narrow cases.
- Better Skeletal Expansion: Mini implants transfer force directly to the bone, resulting in more effective skeletal expansion.
Indications for MARPE / MSE
- Severe narrow maxilla
- Severe crowding when extraction is not indicated
- Mouth breathing due to narrow nasal space
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Crossbite correction in adult patients
- Severe underbite due to midfacial deficiency
- Congenital issues such as cleft lip and palate
Custom Solutions at Chittenden Dental
Success Across All Ages
MARPE / MSE can be successful at any age, though the ideal time for treatment is during adolescence when the upper jaw suture is still developing. Studies have shown high success rates, especially in female patients and younger males. However, even adults can achieve excellent results with the right approach.
Combining MARPE with Invisalign
For patients preferring Invisalign, MARPE can be used in conjunction with Invisalign trays. This combination allows for simultaneous widening of the maxilla and teeth movement, offering a comprehensive orthodontic solution.
What to Expect
Patients typically need to turn the expander once every few days. As the desired expansion is achieved, the frequency may decrease to once or twice a week. Dr. Morris will provide detailed instructions tailored to your specific case.
Chittenden Dental
Our Dental Services
Our team at Chittenden Dental offers comprehensive dental care in Burlington. Dr. Mike Morris uses his extensive training and experience to maintain your overall dental health. This goes beyond focusing on one tooth and fixing one problem. We listen carefully to all your dental concerns, and together we’ll develop a treatment plan that fits your needs. We’ll explain all your treatment options so you can choose the right option for your dental care.
Comprehensive Care
Our team at Chittenden Dental offers true comprehensive and wholistic dental care in Burlington, VT. Dr. Mike Morris unites with patients to promote minimal treatment throughout life. Using his extensive training and skills, Dr. Mike Morris can improve your overall health.
Tmj Disorders And Pain Management
TMJ Disorders and Pain Management Do you have chronic pain in your jaw? Is it uncomfortable to chew or talk? Jaw pain usually starts in the temporomandibular joints located below each ear. Dr. Mike Morris doesn’t just treat teeth and gum issues. We can help diagnose and treat TMJ disorders.
Cosmetic Treatment
Chittenden Dental provides restorative and cosmetic dentistry in Burlington. We’re dedicated to enhancing your beautiful smile. Cosmetic dentistry can restore your confidence in your smile.
Dental Sleep Medicine
Do you have trouble sleeping at night because you have disrupted breathing when you sleep? If you snore loudly, wake up gasping, or feel like you can’t breathe in the night, you may have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Mago Therapy
The MAGO is a plastic orthotic, custom designed to allow your jaw joint to function in its proper position while protecting your teeth and providing relaxation to muscles of the face and neck.
Invisalign®
Invisalign® is a clear plastic tooth aligner and straighter system that has been around for decades. It is clearly the number one choice when it comes to crooked and tilted teeth. As a licensed provider, Chittenden Dental offers Invisalign® for teens and adults.
Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional Therapy is Physical Therapy that focuses on the muscles of the mouth, face, and throat. By strengthening weak muscles, learning proper function and making behavior modifications, improvements can be made to breathing, speaking, chewing and swallowing.
Teeth Cleaning
At Chittenden Dental, we believe that a healthy smile begins with preventive care. Our comprehensive teeth cleaning services are designed to keep your teeth and gums in top condition, ensuring a lifetime of optimal oral health.
Laser Dentistry
At Chittenden Dental in Burlington, VT, Dr. Mike Morris and his experienced team are proud to offer cutting-edge laser dentistry to improve your dental care. With our advanced laser technology, we provide a comfortable, minimally invasive alternative to traditional dental treatments.
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