Anterior Crossbite Appliance -
(to correct crossbite in front teeth)
- Insert the key in the hole on the left side of the
appliance. (this will be the patient’s right side }
- Rotate the key from left to right as shown below.
- Be sure to make a complete rotation until you meet resistance.
You will then see a new hole ready for your next turn.
Instructions for turning RPE
(key with floss - expander)
- Insert the key into the hole closest to the front teeth.
- Turn the key in the direction of the arrow , from front to back (towards the throat)
- Be sure you turn the key until you meet resistance. You will then have made a complete turn and a new hole will appear for your next turn.
- Remove the key by gently slipping it out of the hole. Be sure the floss is attached to the key so that you have something to hang onto in the event that you drop the key.
Instructions for turning RPE
(key with blue handle - expander)
- Insert the key into the hole closest to the front teeth as shown with the key and handle straight.
- Rotate the key towards the throat, turning the hole in the direction of the arrow or towards the throat. Be sure to turn the key until you meet resistance. You have made a complete turn and a new hole will appear ready for your next turn.
- Remove by gently slipping the key out of the hole.