Carriere Motion Appliance
When considering orthodontic treatment, you notice the same treatments everywhere. Braces and aligners are the most common, in addition to other orthodontic appliances. The Carriere Motion Appliance may be something new and unheard of for you.
As we learn more about the mouth and science progresses, we learn more about effective treatment options. The Carriere Motion Appliance is one such advancement, and at our Torrance office it can take the place of headgear in orthodontic treatment.
What is the Carriere Motion Appliance
The Carriere Motion 3D Appliance is an orthodontic treatment method that utilizes the latest advanced technology in orthodontics. It’s a fixed appliance that is used to correct overbite jaw discrepancies with removable elastics. It’s very small and discreet, and can be comfortable to wear.
It’s used as a first stage in orthodontic treatment, meant to jumpstart your treatment and reduce the length of it. It’s generally used for about 3 to 5 months, but the actual length of treatment varies on a case-by-case basis.
Since it’s a first step in orthodontic treatment, the Carriere Motion Appliance is followed by braces or Invisalign clear aligners, which will then complete your treatment. The Carriere Motion Appliance doesn’t sacrifice effectiveness for its quickness and aesthetics, but combines the three, making for an excellent first step as a treatment option in orthodontic care.
How Does The Carriere Motion Appliance Work?
This orthodontic treatment option works at the beginning of the treatment process to move your molars in a process called distalization. It rotates and uprights the first molars while moving the canines or premolars to molars into the correct position. It does this through applying a light consistent pressure to the teeth so that they can move independently as a unit.
What are the Benefits of Carriere Motion Appliance?
The Carriere Motion Appliance has a number of benefits. They include the following.
- As a first step in treatment, it prepares your teeth for braces and aligners, and as such, can shorten the amount of time you spend in those.
- Since it is small and discreet, this means that it is less noticeable than other orthodontic appliances can be, making it easier to feel less self-conscious about having treatment done.
- It is also quite easy to wear due to the sleek, low profile design. It doesn’t affect how you talk, and it won’t irritate the inside of your mouth.
- Since it’s easy to wear and small, it also doesn’t affect the difficulty of oral hygiene as a whole, making it easy to keep brushing your teeth as usual.
- It gets elastics out of the way early on before you get the chance to dread them, using them as the beginning of the treatment process.
- It can replace headgear, meaning that instead of needing a bulky appliance that goes outside of your mouth, you have a small and comfortable appliance inside your mouth that is far less noticeable.
Why the Two Step Process?
You may wonder why bother with the Carriere Motion Appliance at all if you are still going to need braces or aligners after the fact. Wouldn’t it be better to just do braces or aligners from the start?
This appliance greatly reduces your treatment time, which is why orthodontists use it. It’s a great alternative to surgery or headgear. It’s highly effective, and can cut treatment time in half, due to how it prepares the teeth for braces or aligners. Through correcting your bite before moving into the rest of the alignment process, it makes the treatment process go faster and smoother.
Is the Carriere Motion Appliance an Option for You?
Jenuine Smiles Orthodontics in Torrance uses the Carriere Motion Appliance as a first step in orthodontic treatment for some patients. If you are curious about if it is an option for you, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Jen and she will advise you on the best treatment options for you, personally.
If you have questions about the Carriere® Motion Appliance, please contact our Torrance office at hello@jenuinesmiles.com or 310-543-2711.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Carriere Motion Appliance
Who is a good candidate for the Carriere Motion Appliance?
It’s designed for bites where the upper back teeth sit too far forward compared with the lower teeth. This often shows up as an overbite. Many of our patients who wear it are teens, but adults with this type of bite can also be candidates. Dr. Jen will check your bite at your free consultation and tell you if it fits your case.
How is the Carriere Motion Appliance attached to my teeth?
Dr. Jen bonds a small arm to the outside of your upper teeth on each side, running from the canine or first premolar back to the first molar. Nothing covers the roof of your mouth. Elastics hook from the front of the arm to your lower back teeth, which a clear tray or small bonded attachments hold steady.
How many hours a day do I wear the elastics?
The elastics do the work, so plan to wear them all day and all night. Take them off only to eat and brush, then put fresh ones back on right away. Elastics lose their strength with use, so change them as often as Dr. Jen directs. Skipping hours slows your progress and can add time to this first stage.
What should I do if an elastic breaks or the appliance feels loose?
If an elastic snaps, replace it with a new one from your supply right away. Keep a few spares in your bag or backpack. If you run low, or if part of the appliance feels loose or comes off a tooth, call or text our Torrance office at 310-543-2711 so we can see you and get it fixed.
What happens when the Carriere Motion Appliance comes off?
Once your back teeth are in the right position, Dr. Jen removes the appliance, and you move into the second stage of treatment. That means braces or Invisalign® clear aligners to straighten and fine-tune the rest of your smile. She will talk with you about which option fits your bite and lifestyle before this stage begins.