Orthodontic Appliances in Kent and Sammamish
Specialized orthodontic appliances for every stage of treatment
Reviewed and approved by Dr. Cameron Freelove, DDS, MS · Last updated
Appliances Used at Freelove
Every appliance below is planned by Dr. Freelove from digital records, digital impression, and clinical exam taken at the free consultation, not from a default protocol. Tap any card for a full breakdown of when the appliance is used, how long it stays in, and what it costs.
Retainers
Essix and fixed retainers scanned on the day braces come off. In-house 3D printing means replacement retainers turn around in days, not weeks.
Learn more →Palatal Expander
Custom-fit palatal expander planned from digital records and clinically indicated imaging when the upper arch is narrow. MARPE placement is coordinated in-office for older teens and adults who have outgrown conventional expansion.
Learn more →MARPE / MSE Expander
Miniscrew-anchored palatal expansion that can widen the upper jaw in older teens and adults without jaw surgery in many cases. Candidate selection decides the non-surgical-versus-surgical route up front.
Learn more →Herbst & Casper
Fixed bite-correctors for growing teens with a Class II overbite. Dr. Freelove offers the Herbst appliance when growth modification is indicated, planned from digital records and clinically indicated imaging.
Learn more →Reverse-Pull Headgear / Facemask
Reverse-pull facemask for younger patients with skeletal imbalance. Usually paired with expansion and worn mostly at home.
Learn more →Functional Appliances
Removable and fixed appliances that guide jaw growth during the mixed-dentition years. Selected when the CBCT shows skeletal imbalance the bite cannot resolve on its own.
Learn more →Snoring / MAD Appliance
Custom mandibular advancement device for adult snoring and mild-to-moderate sleep apnea, prescribed in coordination with a sleep medicine physician or ENT.
Learn more →Accelerated Treatment
Shorter treatment times where the diagnosis supports it, with bone-remodeling protocols paired with weekly or biweekly aligner changes.
Learn more →TMJ Mouth Guard
Custom occlusal splint for bruxism, clenching, or jaw joint pain, made from a digital scan for a precise occlusal fit.
Learn more →TADs (Mini Implants)
Temporary anchorage devices for precise tooth movement in complex cases. Placed in-office when anchorage is indicated.
Learn more →Why Freelove Orthodontics & Smile Design Appliances Are Different
Most orthodontic offices order appliances from a catalog in standard sizes and adjust them to fit the patient chairside. Freelove Orthodontics & Smile Design designs each appliance from the individual patient’s 3D scan and CBCT and has it manufactured to clinical specifications. The difference shows up in comfort, fit, failure rate, and how quickly a plan moves.
Appliance Pricing at a Glance
- Palatal expander: $500 + comprehensive orthodontic case fee (included in phase 1 fee when indicated)
- MARPE: $1,500 + orthodontic case fee
- Herbst appliance: $500 + comprehensive orthodontic case fee
- Retainers: first set included with treatment; replacement Essix $200 per arch, full set $400
- TADs: $500 + comprehensive orthodontic case fee
Every fee is confirmed in writing at the free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are appliances made in-house?
Working models and retainers are 3D-printed and fabricated in-house from the digital scan. Fixed appliances such as expanders and the Herbst are custom-made for each patient from the same digital records, and Dr. Freelove places them personally.
Does insurance cover orthodontic appliances?
Appliances placed as part of comprehensive treatment fall under the orthodontic benefit. Freelove accepts all PPO orthodontic plans and files every claim directly as a courtesy.
How long does a palatal expander stay in?
Expansion itself takes weeks to a few months; the expander then holds the result while new bone stabilizes, commonly 4-6 months following the ending of active expansion. Dr. Freelove confirms the timeline from digital records and clinically indicated imaging at the free consultation.
Which Appliance Does Your Case Need?
A free consultation with Dr. Freelove includes a full set of digital records, Aoralscan 3 digital scan, and a clear explanation of which appliances your case does, and doesn’t, require.