Why Choose Gianquinto Orthodontic Arts for Your MARPE Appliance?
At Gianquinto Orthodontic Arts, serving Bakersfield, Tehachapi, and Mammoth Lakes, expert MARPE appliance treatment is available for patients of all ages. Dr. G and our dedicated team are committed to providing personalized care, drawing on years of experience to deliver high-quality orthodontic solutions, including the MARPE appliance, customized to meet your individual needs.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond providing treatment. As your trusted local orthodontic specialists, we focus on building strong, lasting relationships with our patients while delivering exceptional results. Using our expertise in modern orthodontic techniques, we ensure every patient receives care that is both highly effective and comfortably tailored to their needs.
Proven track record with years of successful orthodontic treatments
Advanced 3D printing technology for custom-fitted appliances
Flexible scheduling with extended hours for your convenience
Direct 24/7 communication access through text messaging
Competitive pricing with flexible payment options
Scenic location with modern and comfortable facilities
Personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs
Our patients appreciate the MARPE appliance for its reliable outcomes and the short time needed to adjust. Its secure design enables continuous improvement toward your best smile, making it a trusted and effective choice for treatment.
Understanding the MARPE Appliance
The MARPE appliance is a significant advancement in orthodontic care, particularly for patients seeking effective overbite correction. This modern device works seamlessly with braces to promote optimal jaw alignment. Here’s what makes it stand out:
Maxillary Skeletal Expansion with MARPE
At Gianquinto Orthodontic Arts in Bakersfield, Tehachapi, and Mammoth Lakes, we specialize in airway-focused orthodontics using modern MARPE (Micro-Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) techniques. MARPE helps widen the upper jaw in adolescents and adults, promoting better breathing, nasal airflow, and overall facial symmetry.
How MARPE Works
Unlike traditional expanders, MARPE uses small stainless steel mini-implants that anchor directly to bone, allowing for true skeletal expansion rather than just dental tipping in non-growing patients. This approach can improve airway volume and nasal breathing while creating more space for teeth and tongue posture. Traditional dental-based expansion appliances are more than adequate for most younger patients.
At Gianquinto Orthodontic Arts, each MARPE case begins with CBCT-guided treatment planning. Our 3D imaging allows us to precisely evaluate your anatomy — including bone density, nasal cavity dimensions, and sinus health — to ensure safe and effective expansion. Using this data, we design 3D printed custom MARPE appliances that perfectly fit your palate and optimize force distribution. This technology-driven process ensures greater comfort, accuracy, and predictable results.
Benefits of Skeletal Expansion
Maxillary skeletal expansion in Bakersfield is an excellent, minimally invasive treatment option. But what are the benefits for you? Here are just a few:
- Improves nasal airflow and breathing comfort
- Reduces potential airway restriction and sleep-disordered breathing
- Creates a more balanced facial structure
- Enhances orthodontic outcomes for alignment and bite correction
- Highly precise and comfortable with 3D printed appliances
Dr. Gianquinto and our team use advanced 3D imaging, digital modeling, and precise treatment planning to ensure every MARPE or MSE expansion is customized to your anatomy. We combine airway health and aesthetics for life-changing results.
How It Works
Step-by-Step Custom MARPE Creation
Our Advanced Approach
At Gianquinto Orthodontic Arts, we are dedicated to delivering advanced orthodontic care with an emphasis on accuracy, patient comfort, and outstanding results. Here’s what makes our team stand out:
Expertise in Adult Upper Arch Expansion:
Our team has extensive experience with MARPE (Mini-Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expander) procedures for adults needing upper jaw (maxillary) arch expansion—even in complex cases where other treatments have failed or were considered too invasive.
Surgical and Orthognathic Collaboration:
For patients requiring comprehensive care, including orthognathic (jaw) surgery, we work closely with oral and maxillofacial surgeons. This collaboration ensures seamless planning and coordination, even for the most challenging jaw alignment cases.
100% Digital Workflow:
From initial records to the final stages of treatment, our office operates fully digitally. Imaging, impressions, simulations, and appliance designs are all completed using advanced software and equipment. This digital workflow improves efficiency, accuracy, and communication throughout your orthodontic journey.
Digital Indirect Bonding:
We use digital indirect bonding technology for precise and comfortable bracket placement with custom-designed, 3D-printed trays. This enhances treatment quality, reduces chair time, and minimizes the risk of bracket misplacement.
CBCT 3D X-Rays Integrated Into Treatment:
High-resolution CBCT 3D imaging is fully integrated into our treatment planning for both aligners and fixed appliances, including MARPE placement. This advanced technology increases safety, diagnostic accuracy, and predictability—especially in complex or surgical cases.
With our advanced approach, you can be confident that your care is managed with precise attention to detail, supported by the latest technology, and provided by a team committed to achieving your healthiest, most confident smile and optimal bite.
Our MARPE Appliance Treatment Process
At Gianquinto Orthodontic Arts, we offer a streamlined treatment approach focused on delivering the best possible results for every patient: