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As pediatric dentists, Dr.
McAveeney and Dr. Cheifetz extensively studied the
growth and development of the craniofacial complex.
Therefore, the doctors can diagnose and intercept
potential orthodontic problems.
The appliances below are examples
of some of the devices we utilize to either prevent the
need for full orthodontics in the future or lessen the
severity of malocclusions.
In addition, Dr. McAveeney, Dr.
Cheifetz, and the staff at Amherst Pediatric Dental
Associates are
Invisalign® certified.
We have used
Invisalign®
for the adolescents in our practice as well as some of
the Moms and Dads.
Please ask us about how we can help your family.
Space
Maintainers
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| Band and Loop |
Lingual Arch |
Nance |
A space maintainer prevents unwanted shifting of the
teeth. It hinders the molars from moving forward and
blocking the space where future teeth will develop. This
appliance is often used following the premature loss of
primary (baby) teeth. If teeth move into the empty
space, unerupted future adult teeth may become impacted
or stuck.
Palatal Expanders
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| Hyrex |
Quad Helix |
These orthdontic devices widen the upper arch. They
are suitable for patients with inadequate arch width and
resulting posterior crossbite. Both the Hyrex and the
Quad Helix help to create a more ideal occlusion.
Retainers
Retainers serve a multitude of functions; at their
simplest, they help to maintain the positioning of teeth
after orthodontic tooth movement.
For those with anterior crossbites, these
appliances can be customized with springs to correct
bite interferences.
Invisalign
uses a series of clear, custom made, removable aligners
to straighten teeth.
In many cases, this is a great alternative to
traditional braces for adolescents and adults.
For more information please
visit
www.Invisalign.com.
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