A MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expander) is a skeletal anchorage orthodontic appliance designed to achieve maxillary expansion using temporary anchorage devices (TADs). By transferring expansion forces directly to the palatal bone, MARPE minimizes unwanted dental tipping and provides effective skeletal expansion for adolescents and young adults with transverse maxillary deficiency.
At Times Dental Lab, every MARPE appliance is custom fabricated to ensure precise fit, stable miniscrew support, and reliable clinical performance.
Features
- Custom-made for a precise and stable fit.
- Skeletal anchorage with miniscrews (TADs) for effective expansion.
- Reduces unwanted dental tipping during treatment.
- High-quality expansion screw for controlled activation.
- Durable stainless steel framework for long-term stability.
- Digitally designed and precisely manufactured for consistent quality.
Indications
- Transverse maxillary deficiency.
- Posterior crossbite.
- Narrow maxillary arch.
- Mild to moderate maxillary crowding.
- Adolescent and adult patients requiring skeletal expansion.
- Patients unsuitable for conventional rapid palatal expansion.
Clinical Recommendations
- Accurate intraoral scans or high-quality impressions are recommended for precise fabrication.
- The MARPE appliance should be fitted after proper placement of the miniscrews (TADs) according to the treatment plan.
- Follow the prescribed expansion protocol and activation schedule.
- Regular follow-up appointments are recommended to monitor skeletal expansion, appliance stability, and miniscrew condition.
- Patients should maintain excellent oral hygiene around the appliance and miniscrews to reduce the risk of inflammation.
