A dentist is trained to tell early on if a young patient is developing dentoalveolar, skeletal, or neuromuscular imbalances. In spite of the fact that young children are not the most compliant of patients, this type of issue needs to be treated as early as possible.

The Frankel III device has shown an effective ability to influence arch development by changing the pressure created by surrounding soft tissue. The device is made up of a system of oral screens, which lie in the vestibule of the mouth. The vestibular shields and upper labial pads work to counteract the forces of the surrounding musculature that often restrict forward maxillary skeletal development and cause a retrusion of the maxillary anteriors.

Dentists have often observed that compliance with the Frankell III is relatively high, even in young children. Because device effectiveness depends upon a growing mouth, it is best used before the permanent bicuspids and cuspids come down.

At SML (Space Maintainers Laboratories), our network of dental labs can manufacture Frankel III devices for your young patients. Contact us today to learn more.