25/05/2026
Weโre back with another appliance comparison ๐ฆทโจ
This time: ๐๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฆ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ฑ โ two classic distalization appliances with different clinical applications.
๐น ๐๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฆ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐
Designed for efficient molar distalization using:
โข a large acrylic button for palatal anchorage
โข TMA springs that deliver light, continuous force to the upper molars
โข occlusal rests for additional stability and control
๐๐ปA reliable option when distalization is the primary objective.
๐ธ ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ฑ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐
A modified Pendulum appliance that incorporates an expansion screw within the acrylic button.
โ๏ธ Distalizes maxillary molars
โ๏ธ Simultaneously expands the upper arch
โ๏ธ Useful in patients presenting transverse maxillary deficiency
๐ก Same destination โ different mechanics.