What is the purpose of a Hawley appliance?

Usage. The Maxillary Hawley Appliance is used to maintain a previous orthodontic result or to simply prevent undesirable movement of the teeth. Typically, patients wear a retainer full-time for three months following active orthodontic treatment.

What is an active retainer?

Active retainers are used to move your teeth, therefore they are not passive but rather have an activated spring to push your teeth into the desired position. With such a retainer you can move front teeth, close gaps, and align your teeth.

What is an active orthodontic appliance?

Active appliances An active appliance is a device used to apply forces to the teeth to change the relationship of the teeth.

What do you need to know about the Hawley appliance?

• Colored wire marking pencil to mark before bending wire. The Hawley appliance consists of only a few components. A labial bow, canine loops, posterior retention (usually Adams clasps), labial bands, springs, screws, and advancement plates.

When to wear the maxillary Hawley appliance full time?

The Maxillary Hawley Appliance is used to maintain a previous orthodontic result or to simply prevent undesirable movement of the teeth. Typically, patients wear a retainer full-time for three months following active orthodontic treatment.

Is the spring Hawley retainer a removable appliance?

The Spring Hawley retainer is designed to correct minor rotations of anterior teeth. This removable, self-activating appliance also utilizes a treatment set-up for anterior alignment. Palate Pleazer Ready

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