06/19/2026
We work with some incredible orthodontic teams to ensure your child has
the best chance of having a great set of teeth set in a great bite.
A palate expander (or palatal expander) is an orthodontic device used to widen a child's upper jaw. It creates space for crowded teeth, corrects bite issues like crossbites, and helps alleviate breathing difficulties.
Expanders work most effectively in children between the ages of 7 and 10. During early childhood, the two halves of the upper jawbone are not fully fused, allowing orthodontists to gently widen the arch before permanent teeth come
Benefits of Early Expansion
Prevents Extractions: Widening the palate often eliminates the need to pull permanent teeth to make room.
Reduces Future Braces: By treating jaw alignment early, the time spent wearing braces or clear aligners later in the teen years is usually significantly shortened.
Improves Breathing: Correcting a narrow palate can open the nasal passages, helping children breathe and sleep more easily.
Visit us and ask us for a review or our opinion if your child needs them?
