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A member asked:
Can a palate explander be used as an alternative to wisdom teeth extraction?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
No: The expander is used for orthodontic treatment, not as a substitute for wisdom tooth removal. If you need them extracted, extract them.
Answered 2/9/2016
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No: palatal expander is used to correct cross bites and not used as an alternative to wisdom teeth extractions
Answered 11/13/2016
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Definitely no: Palatal expander is used to widen the palate and this has nothing to do with the wisdom teeth.
Answered 5/3/2016
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No: No. Not related. For best results with wisdom teeth, make sure you are evaluated and treated by a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 11/14/2016
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