dental appliance
Orthodontic correction device
A dental appliance is any device worn in or on the mouth for therapeutic or corrective purposes.
The term covers a wide range: retainers, braces, night guards, dentures, and devices for sleep apnea.
The orthodontist fitted her with a dental appliance to correct her bite.
The phrase is clinical, often used in insurance and medical contexts.
- bracesDental alignment devices
- rubber bandsElastic loops for bundling
- retainerUpfront professional fee
- clear alignersTransparent dental straightening trays
- mouthguardProtective dental insert
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