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Maxillary Orthopaedics V\u00e9lez-M\u00e1laga<\/h1>

Correcting the structure of bone beyond the teeth<\/span><\/h3>
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Some smiles can't be fixed simply by moving the teeth, because the problem lies at the base: the bone. Until recently, adults with misaligned jaws or narrow palates had no option but surgery in the operating room. <\/p>

At Acosta Cubero Dental Clinic<\/b>, Dr. Inmaculada Acosta<\/b> is revolutionizing the treatment of complex cases using Maxillofacial Orthopedics and Skeletal Anchorage techniques (MARPE and Microscrews).<\/b> We achieve minimally invasive structural changes to the face and bite, expanding the limits of what is possible without surgery. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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When braces aren't enough<\/h3>

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Traditional orthodontics aligns teeth, but orthopedics modifies the bones that support them. We use this specialty to treat skeletal discrepancies:<\/b> when the upper jaw is very narrow, the lower jaw is set too far back, or there is a noticeable facial asymmetry. <\/p>

Thanks to current technological advances, we can apply these treatments not only to children, but also to<\/span> adolescents and adults<\/span><\/b>, achieving facial harmony that improves aesthetics and, above all, respiratory and chewing function.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Cutting-Edge Technology<\/h2>

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To move bones or perform seemingly impossible tooth movements, we need firm \"anchoring points.\" At our clinic, we use state-of-the-art temporary anchorage devices that do the hard work discreetly and effectively. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The solution to the narrow palate in adults.<\/i> In the past, if an adult had a narrow palate, it could not be widened because the bone suture was already closed (fused).<\/p>\n

What do we do?<\/strong> We use the MARPE (Miniscrew Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion<\/i>) technique. We place a special expander attached with micro-screws directly to the palatal bone. <\/p>\n

The result:<\/strong> We were able to “open” the suture and widen the actual jawbone in adults. This not only corrects the crossbite but also greatly improves nasal breathing <\/strong>by widening the airways. No hospital surgery required! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The invisible “anchor”.<\/i> They are small titanium devices (like an earring) that we place on the gum or palate with local anesthesia in seconds.<\/p>\n

What are they for?<\/strong> They serve as a fixed point of support for moving complex teeth. Imagine we want to move a molar backward without shifting the front teeth: we use the screw for support, not the other teeth. They allow us to close difficult gaps, straighten impacted molars, or correct a gummy smile. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Appliances that combine with microscrews to bring all the upper teeth back.<\/p>\n

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Structural Results<\/h3>

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Maxillofacial orthopedics is a game-changer. By correcting the bone structure, we obtain benefits that go far beyond simply having straight teeth. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Avoid Orthognathic Surgery<\/span><\/h3>

In many borderline cases, the use of MARPE or skeletal anchorage allows us to camouflage and correct the bone defect, saving the patient from undergoing hospital surgery or a traumatic recovery.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Facial Aesthetics<\/span><\/h3>

By correcting the width of the bone or the position of the jaw, we improve the support of the lips and cheeks, achieving a more harmonious profile.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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By widening the upper jaw with MARPE, we automatically increase the volume of the nasal cavity. Many patients tell us that, for the first time, they can breathe properly through their nose and stop snoring. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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V\u00e9lez-M\u00e1laga<\/h2>

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We know that terms like \"screws in the gum\" or \"bone expansion\" can be intimidating. However, these anatomical areas have very little sensitivity. The placement of these devices is done with a small dose of local anesthetic (just like for a filling) and is a quick and surprisingly comfortable procedure<\/b>. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>

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These treatments are highly technical and innovative. It's normal to have questions about whether they're right for you or if they're uncomfortable. Here we answer the most frequently asked questions from our adult patients. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n <\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The procedure is done under anesthesia and is painless. During the active phase (when you turn the screw at home), you may feel a strong pressure on your nose or cheekbones for a few minutes. This is a sign that the bone is remodeling. It is completely tolerable. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, and that’s good news<\/b>. When expanding the palate with MARPE, a space (diastema) often appears between the central incisors. This is physical proof that the bone suture has successfully opened. This gap is then closed very quickly with orthodontics (braces or Invisalign). <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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It depends on the movement we need to make. They can be in the mouth from a few months until the end of treatment. They are very hygienic and, once you get used to them, you forget you’re wearing them. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Aunque funciona mejor en adultos j\u00f3venes (18-35 a\u00f1os), hemos tratado con \u00e9xito a pacientes de m\u00e1s de 40 a\u00f1os gracias al dise\u00f1o personalizado de los aparatos y el apoyo de microtornillos. La Dra. Acosta evaluar\u00e1 la densidad de tu hueso con un TAC para ver si eres candidato. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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