Headgear Comfort Gel Full Mask Replacement Part CPAP Head

Headgear Comfort Gel Full Mask Replacement Part CPAP Head Specification

Size
Standard

Warranty
6 Months

Equipment Type
Headgear

Material
Plastic

Condition
New

Operating Type
Manual

Color
Blue

Headgear Comfort Gel Full Mask Replacement Part CPAP Head Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
100 Pieces

Supply Ability
5000 Pieces Per Month

Delivery Time
7 Days

About Headgear Comfort Gel Full Mask Replacement Part CPAP Head

Headgear isan orthodontic appliance that provides external force to move teeth and jaws, primarily used to correct "bad bites" (malocclusions) by correcting the relationship between the upper and lower jaws. It typically consists of a facebow that fits into the mouth, connected to an external strap that pulls against the face or head, and is often used to retract the upper jaw and molars or prevent excessive forward growth of the maxilla. Patient cooperation, especially wearing it for the recommended 14+ hours a day, is crucial for treatment success.

What it is and how it works

Purpose:Headgear corrects malocclusions, or "bad bites," such as an overjet (front teeth extending too far over bottom teeth) or underbite (lower teeth extending too far over top teeth).
Function:It delivers controlled forces from an extraoral (outside the mouth) support to intraoral (inside the mouth) appliances to move teeth and jaw bones.
Components:A typical headgear setup includes:
- Facebow:An inner wire that slides into tubes on the patient's teeth and an outer wire.
- Force Elements:Elastic bands or springs that connect the facebow to the external strap.
- Extraoral Anchorage Straps:A neck strap or straps that go around the back of the head and provide a point of leverage.

Types and their uses

Cervical-pull headgear:Uses a neck strap to restrict maxillary growth and move upper teeth backward.
High-pull headgear:Uses a strap that goes up and back on the head to restrict forward and downward growth of the maxilla and move molars backward.
Straight-pull headgear:Applies a straight backward force on the upper molars.
Reverse-pull headgear:Has pads on the chin, cheeks, and forehead to pull the upper jaw forward to correct an underbite.

Treatment considerations

Duration:Treatment typically lasts for a year or two, during which the patient wears the headgear for a significant portion of the day, often after school and overnight.
Initial discomfort:Some initial pressure, soreness, and dryness of the lips are normal as the teeth and muscles adjust.
Cooperation:Patient cooperation is essential for effectiveness.
Safety:It is dangerous to run or engage in horseplay while wearing headgear, as it can cause serious injury.
Modern alternatives:Some modern orthodontic treatments, like clear aligners, can achieve similar results without headgear for certain cases.