Functional orthodontic appliances are dental plates designed to correct the dental arch and bite. They are custom-made for each patient from soft or hard silicone materials. Their main advantage is the ability to be removed and put back in, making them convenient to wear and maintain.
Orthodontic appliances fall under the early treatment of dentofacial deformities, which begins in early childhood (ages 5-6) and concludes around the child’s 11th or 12th year. This is also referred to as preliminary treatment, as it often precedes late orthodontic treatment or treatment with braces.

With functional orthodontic appliances, we have the opportunity to support the overall development of the patient’s facial skeleton and increase the success rate of non-extraction treatments.

These plates are used to correct an improper bite, crowding of teeth, or large gaps between them. They exert pressure on the jaw in the correct direction, gradually correcting the position of the teeth.

Athletes and individuals involved in physical activities often use mouthguards to protect their teeth from trauma. They absorb the force of impact and distribute it evenly across the jaw, protecting the teeth from breaking or being displaced.

Bruxism is a condition where a person unconsciously clenches or grinds their teeth, especially during sleep. This can lead to tooth wear and jaw pain. Anti-bruxism plates are highly recommended for patients with metal-ceramic or zirconium bridges, acting as night guards that prevent the ceramic or zirconium from fracturing due to nocturnal clenching.

In professional teeth whitening, special trays are used to hold the whitening agent. The patient wears them for several hours a day at home until the desired effect is achieved.

Whether you are a teenager, a working professional, or a retired senior, your smile can be improved with an orthodontic appliance.

At Bal Care Dental Clinic, we always strive to provide peace of mind to our patients. Entrust your smile to the professionals.

Interest-free deferred payment plans for orthodontic appliances.

We can provide financing for your treatment through our partnership with reputable national financing organizations under favorable terms. The benefit for you is that you can start your treatment immediately. The result of this optimization is effective treatment of an improper bite with braces and easy-to-pay monthly installments without added interest.

When wearing removable appliances (plates), both the teeth and the appliances themselves must be cleaned. Teeth must be brushed every morning and evening, and at least rinsed after meals before reinserting the appliances.

The orthodontic appliance should be cleaned morning and evening with a dedicated brush and toothpaste; once a week, it should be soaked in an appliance solution, which you can obtain from a pharmacy in the form of cleaning tablets for dentures and plates.

One tablet is dissolved in a glass of cold water, and the appliances are soaked in it for 30–40 minutes, after which they are rinsed thoroughly with water and used. When the appliances are not in the mouth, they should be stored in the case provided by the orthodontist.

Appliances should not be washed with hot water or boiled, as they will deform.