MARPE (Mini Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expander)
Breathe Easier & Feel Better
Improve Your Health With MARPE (Mini Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) in Marietta
- Improve how your upper and lower teeth fit together
- Create space for crowded teeth
- Reduce dark corners of the smile (buccal corridors)
- Enhance your airway and potentially improve breathing
- Support long-term bite stability and facial balance
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Enjoy Better Breathing With MARPE Treatment
The MARPE technique focuses on widening the upper jaw in a way that can improve both dental alignment and airway function. Small, temporary mini implants are placed in the palate to guide expansion at the bone level, rather than relying on tooth movement alone. This allows for controlled, steady changes in teens and adults whose jaw growth has already matured.
A narrow upper jaw can limit nasal space, making it harder to breathe comfortably through your nose. By increasing the width of your upper jaw, MARPE therapy may also increase the space within the nasal passages. This added room can improve your airflow, which plays a role in sleep quality, focus, and daily energy levels. If you mouth-breathe or feel restricted when breathing through your nose, this can be especially meaningful.
Your treatment planning uses detailed digital imaging to guide placement of the implants and monitor your progress. Palatal expansion happens steadily, allowing your body time to adapt and respond safely. Treatment is led by Dr. Sarah Johnson, a co-founder of Airway Academy, an organization that teaches doctors around the world about treating the airway.
MARPE treatment may support your airway health by:
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Increasing space behind the nose
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Encouraging nasal breathing
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Reducing strain on the jaw and bite
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Creating a more stable foundation for orthodontic care
By addressing the upper jaw at a structural level, MARPE therapy helps improve how your teeth, jaws, and airway work together. This balanced approach can help improve your long-term comfort and healthier breathing patterns.
Contact us today for a consultation about MARPE (Mini Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) in Marietta.
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Common Questions About MARPE (Mini Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion)
What makes MARPE different from traditional palatal expanders?
MARPE uses small temporary mini implants in the palate to guide expansion at the bone level. Traditional expanders rely more on tooth movement. This difference allows MARPE to be effective for teens and adults and creates more stable, controlled expansion with less unwanted pressure on the teeth.
Why is airway health important when expanding the upper jaw?
The upper jaw forms part of the nasal airway. When it is narrow, airflow through the nose may be limited. Expanding the jaw can increase nasal space, which may support easier nasal breathing, better sleep quality, and improved overall comfort during your daily activities.
Who is a good candidate for MARPE?
MARPE is often recommended for teens and adults whose upper jaw growth has already stabilized. It may be ideal if you have a narrow upper arch, crowding, bite concerns, or airway-related issues. A full exam and digital imaging are used to determine whether this treatment fits your needs.
