WHAT DOES IT DO?
Headgear pulls back the
upper teeth when the
upper teeth and jaw are
too far forward.
HOW DO I WEAR IT?
You gradually increase the
time it is worn, starting at 2
hours and increasing by 2
hours every night until you
build up to 14 hours.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE
TO WEAR IT?
How quickly headgear
works depends on your
rate of growth and also
your cooperation.
WILL IT HURT?
It may feel tender and
uncomfortable at first as
your teeth will be moving.
WHEN DO I TAKE
IT OUT?
- To eat your meals
-
To brush your teeth
THE KEY IS CONSISTENT WEAR
Most people become accustomed to the headgear within a week.
HANDLE WITH CARE
If some part of the headgear bends or breaks call us immediately 9532 9135 NEVER wear during active play ALWAYS disengage elastic strap before removing headgear from mouth ALWAYS bring headgear and Score sheet to each appointment
