Activator is a loose-fitting dental appliance that aligns crowded teeth and activates mandibular growth. It is considered to have positive control over Class II corrections and the development of jaws and teeth.
Good oral health and teeth alignment is important for many reasons. It helps you keep the gums and teeth healthy and avoid future oral problems. Beyond that, it gives you that perfect bite you have been dreaming of for a long time.
Activators Overview:
Thankfully there are various ways you can straighten your teeth. One such way is – Dental Activators in Dubai & Abu Dhabi. They function by bringing the mandible forward for class II correction. They also increase the length of upper and lower dental arches to treat and prevent crowding.
Enfield Clinic offers several different dental activators of varied strengths, styles, and sizes. The orthodontist will select the most suitable option for you.
Keep reading to find out all about Dental Activators in Dubai UAE — their benefits, risks, costs, and more.
History:
It wasn’t actually until the 1950s that the term “activators” became so popular, but as we have heard that the first activator for dental occlusions was created by Viggo Andersen in 1908.
Anderson was the first to use this device on his daughter to correct her jaw. The experiment gave excellent results — and the device was finally accepted as the first approved functional appliance in orthodontics.
Almost in the 2000s, everything changed. Many breakthroughs made dental activators significantly more effective, less damaging, and painful. The results improved and the recovery time was also shortened.
Components:
The two components of dental activators are:
- Labial bow
- Acrylic portion
Indications:
These dental appliances can correct a range of conditions. Our orthodontists often recommend their use for:
- Class II, division I angle malocclusion
- Inverted incisors
- Sagittal jaw relationships
- Decreased facial height
- Class III problems
- Angle class II, division II malocclusion with severe crowding
Note: for people with class I bite, where there is disharmony between the size of jaws and teeth, Activators may not be the best option.
Results – What can you Expect:
The results vary from patient to patient depending on the severity of the malocclusion, the patient’s age, and oral health.
Also, special care would be needed for a week. To be specific, some swelling may be visible around your mouth which will gradually go away. It’s better to have follow-up sessions at particular intervals with your dental professional for up to four months until the teeth take the final position.
Pros & Cons:
Pros:
Long-term benefits of dental activators are:
- Treats multiple problems simultaneously
- Can correct overjet, open bite, overbite, protrusion, and short dental arches
- Flexible, reliable, and easy to use
- Minimal dental hygiene hitches
Cons:
- Needs proper patient co-operation
- Precise detailing is not possible
- Children with excess facial height may want to consider alternatives
Activator Cost in Dubai?
The cost of a dental activator in Dubai at our clinic starts from AED 2000 for Minor Malocclusions and or can start from AED 5000 for Cases.
What is LM- Activator?
- It is a removable silicone-made activator that was developed in 2004.
- Our orthodontists have used them to treat a large number of children, giving them a brighter smile.
- It should also be noted that LM activators have different types depending on the length of the molar section.
- The four basic types include: short, low, long, and high.
Alternatives:
Top alternatives to dental activators include:
- Dental crowns
- Aligners
- Veneers
- Braces
- Retainers
Why Choose us?
Dr. Rasha Mhanna has used hundreds of Dental appliances and will happily explain you the facts related to the procedure and clear out your doubts in a simple and easy way. We routinely help patients keep their mouths healthy.
The Takeaway:
Activators have become the front-line therapy for Class II malocclusion because of their advantages over the previous approaches. Plus, with so many modern innovations in dentistry, most can benefit from them – even those who were once told they couldn’t.
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