What is a herbst device?
Appliance Herbst® is an orthodontic device used to treat bite alignment. The company applies pressure on the lower jaw and is slowly repairing the problem. They are usually worn for several months to a year and a half. Many patients wear it simultaneously with braces as part of the treatment plan.
Invented in 1904 by Dr. Emil Herbst, Herbst® was used until the early 1930s, when many orthodontists ceased to use in favor of the braces. Over the next 30 years, multiple versions of the patient -suitable devices have been developed and many orthodontists have recommended to re -re -re -re -re -re -re -re -re -reinforcing the upper and lower jaws in their patients in the early 70s. The protruding lines of the jaw can cause the teeth to push forward and do not meet the front or rear. This can not only lead to speech problems, but if not treated, protrusion may lead to a slight deformation of the face.
Install Herbst® Appliance first by inserting the main ingredients that consist of crownsstainless steel that covers four main teeth. The metal bars are then located on the sides of the rear teeth and connect the lower and upper crowns. This allows the mouth to open and move the side to the side, but will prevent the jaws from returning to their old position. The rods and crowns slowly align the jaw during a specified period of time, during which the person must wear counterparts.
individuals who wear this device can experience some pain and discomfort in the first few days after the Herbst® device is placed on the teeth. The appliance can also produce gums and tongue. Orthodontists recommend patients to use dental wax and soothing anesthetic gel to help with irritation. Many people also find that it is difficult to speak initially after putting this device on their teeth. After about a week, patients generally have become a device in their mouths.
occasionally with the Herbst® SE devicethat they could release and the rods could jump. Sometimes the rod can easily jump back to the site if it gets only from the groove. If the rod has completely jumped up, the orthodontist will have to re -connect the piece to re -connect. Athletes who have this device usually have to wear special guards of the mouth to protect the equipment from throwing into the mouth.