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Orthodontic Appliances, Functional

Medical Definition: Loose, usually removable intra-oral devices which alter the muscle forces against the teeth and craniofacial skeleton. These are dynamic appliances which depend on altered neuromuscular action to effect bony growth and occlusal development. They are usually used in mixed dentition to treat pediatric malocclusions. (ADA, 1992)
Also Called: Bimler Appliance,Herbst Appliance,Frankel Function Regulator,Kinetor
Previously Indexed: Activator Appliances (1975-1992)
Orthodontic Appliances, Functional Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Activator Appliances - Loose-fitting removable orthodontic appliances which redirect the pressures of the facial and masticatory muscles onto the teeth and their supporting structures to produce improvements in tooth arrangements and occlusal relations.

Orthodontic Appliances, Functional Medical Definitions and Terms

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