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Activator with Lip Bumpers and Tongue Bead

£249.99

This custom Activator combines classic jaw guidance with two powerful habit-support features: integrated lip bumpers and a centrally positioned tongue bead (pearl).

(3 customer reviews)

Acrylic Color

Choose the color of the acrylic parts of the appliance.

Palate Design

Choose whether the central palate area of the compatible bimaxillary appliance is open or covered with acrylic.

Add-ons

Headgear

Required if you don’t have existing dental impressions.

Required if you don’t have existing dental impressions.

Required if you don’t have existing dental impressions.

Total: £249.99

Configuration Guide

This guide explains the physical construction and appearance of the options shown above. It does not provide treatment advice or activation instructions. If a requested combination is not listed, add it to the checkout Notes field. Our technicians will review it before production and contact you if clarification is required or the request cannot be made.

Upper/Lower Jaw

Choose which part of your mouth the appliance will be made for:

Upper Jaw:
Includes one appliance made for the upper jaw. A suitable upper impression or compatible scan is required.

Lower Jaw:
Includes one appliance made for the lower jaw. A suitable lower impression or compatible scan is required.

Upper & Lower Jaw:
Includes separate upper and lower appliances unless the product description identifies an integrated bimaxillary construction. Suitable records for both jaws are required. A bite registration may also be requested for an integrated bimaxillary product.

Color and appearance

Acrylic Color

Choose the color of the acrylic parts of the appliance. The public selector shows the shades that can be represented most clearly on screen. Additional available colors and multi-color placement can be requested in the checkout Notes field for compatible acrylic constructions.

Add Silver Glitter

Adds silver glitter to the selected acrylic color.

Ligature Color

Choose the color of the elastic ligatures fitted around the brackets. Available colors are shown in the selector.

Palate Design

Select the type of palatal coverage:

Full Palatal Plate

Uses a full acrylic plate across the palate of an upper appliance.

Horseshoe Palatal Plate

Uses a U-shaped acrylic plate with an open central palate area.

Add-ons

Headgear Tubes

Adds compatible metal tubes to the appliance for connection to a separately selected facebow. The facebow or headgear is not included unless it is selected separately.

Tongue Crib

Adds a wire-grid component behind the front teeth. Its exact shape and position depend on the selected appliance.

Reverse Pull Hooks

Adds metal attachment hooks in the product-specific standard position for connection to a compatible separately supplied reverse pull face mask.

Acrylic-Covered Labial Bow

Adds a clear acrylic covering to the visible front section of the labial wire.

Add Cheek Guards

Adds bilateral acrylic side shields to a compatible construction.

Extra-Thick Acrylic

Uses a thicker acrylic construction than the standard version. This adds material and may make the appliance feel bulkier.

Add Lip Bumper

Adds a U-shaped wire component with an acrylic-covered front section positioned in front of the lower teeth. Exact placement depends on the selected appliance.

Additional Expansion Screw

Adds another screw assembly and corresponding acrylic sectioning where the selected construction has sufficient space. Exact placement must be specified or confirmed before production.

Tongue Bead (Pearl)

Adds a small smooth bead to a wire component in the product-specific standard position.

Add Impression Kit

If you don’t already have dental impressions or digital scans, select this option to receive our easy-to-use impression kit, complete with instructions.

This custom Activator combines classic jaw guidance with two powerful habit-support features: integrated lip bumpers and a centrally positioned tongue bead (pearl). Designed to encourage balanced oral posture and gentle muscle awareness, this full-coverage appliance is made from your at-home impression for a precise and comfortable fit.

Wearing Experience:
This appliance covers both arches and includes additional structural elements like the lip bumpers and tongue bead, which may feel unfamiliar at first. The lip shields gently push the lips outward, reducing pressure on the front teeth, while the tongue bead provides a consistent reminder of tongue posture. Speech will initially feel restricted, particularly for “t,” “d,” or “l” sounds, but generally improves with regular wear. It’s fully removable for cleaning and meals.

Key Features

  • Full Acrylic Jaw Coverage:
    The appliance includes upper and lower acrylic blocks that guide the bite into a natural position when the mouth is closed. The design supports functional muscle coordination with a full yet breathable fit.
  • Lip Bumpers (Labial Shields):
    Smoothly curved acrylic pads in front of the lips act as soft barriers between the lips and the front teeth. These bumpers help reduce lip pressure and encourage a more relaxed mouth posture.
  • Tongue Bead (Pearl):
    A rounded acrylic bead is placed on a stainless steel wire in the center of the mouth, slightly above the tongue. This bead acts as a subtle reminder for proper tongue placement and can help promote tongue awareness and positioning habits.
  • Stainless Steel Framework:
    Includes labial bows, retention clasps, and support wires that secure the appliance in place while keeping it lightweight and easy to handle.
  • Custom Color Options:
    Choose from a wide selection of acrylic colors to personalize your appliance to match your style.

High-quality material

We use only high-quality materials from industry-leading manufacturers to ensure the durability and safety of our products.

Our products are crafted with premium orthodontic acrylic made in Germany and 100% BPA-free, so you can wear it confidently for years to come.

Handcrafted in Our Dental Lab

Each device is individually crafted by skilled dental technicians using your dental impressions. Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, we ensure a perfect fit and exceptional quality – just like your orthodontist would provide.

Easy At-Home Ordering

Simply add our Impression Kit and take your dental impressions comfortably at home. The kit includes trays in two sizes, high-precision VPS material, and easy instructions. Once we receive your impressions, we take care of the rest – and ship your custom-made product straight to your door.

Questions? Check the “How It Works” and “FAQ” tabs for more info or contact our support team anytime.

Ordering a custom-made dental product has never been easier. Our process is simple and guided from start to finish:

1. Place Your Order

Choose your product and place your order online.
Need impressions? Simply add our Impression Kit.

2. Take Your Impressions at Home

If you don’t already have recent dental impressions, we’ll send you an easy-to-use Impression Kit, which includes:

  • 2 impression trays (sizes M and L)
  • Professional-grade VPS impression material
  • Step-by-step instructions

3. Send Your Impressions to Us

After taking your impressions, send them to one of our return addresses – located in the USA, UK, or EU. We’ll guide you based on your location.

4. We Create Your Custom Product

Once we receive your impressions, our experienced dental technicians start crafting your order. Most products are ready within 10-20 business days of receiving your impressions.

5. Delivered to Your Door

We ship your finished product straight to your home. Worldwide shipping is available and tracking is always included.

That’s it! Your custom-made dental product – directly from the lab, delivered right to your door.

3 reviews for Activator with Lip Bumpers and Tongue Bead

  1. Kunde (verified owner) –

    Eine ebenso faszinierende Spange. Trotz ihres großen Volumens (ich habe die version mit geschlossenen Palatinaldeckel gewählt) fühlt sie sich erstaunlich komfortabel an und ermöglicht ein relativ verständliches Sprechen. Im unterschied zum Van Beek Aktivator muss man sie nicht herausnehmen, um sich verständlich zu machen. Andererseits sorgt sie durch ihre vielen Extras für eine massive Präsenz im
    Mund. Alles ist ausgepolstert, aufgeräumt und die zunge wird durch die perle geführt und zum Training verleitet. Wie immer: großartig verarbeitet! Keine Kanten, keine überstände. Ich trage sie gerne mit einem Highpull Headgear, der dafür sorgt, dass die auch während des sprechens satt am gaumen sitzt.

  2. Norbert –

    Ich trage die Spange meistens in Verbindung mit einem Headgear und sie passt sehr gut.
    Verarbeitung und Qualität sind wirklich sehr gut.

  3. Kunde (verified owner) –

    Hallo liebes Bracesshop-Team,

    die angefertigte Spange passt perfekt und erfüllt voll meine Erwartungen! Vielen Dank für die sehr gute Arbeit!

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Frequently Asked Questions

All of our products are custom-made based on your dental impressions to ensure a perfect fit. Without impressions, your appliance wouldn’t fit.

If you don’t already have recent dental impressions (either from your dentist or a past order with us), you’ll need to order our Impression Kit. It’s easy to use at home and includes everything you need.

We carefully review every impression before production. If your impressions are not usable, we’ll contact you directly. You can then retake your impressions. If you’ve run out of impression material, we offer a discounted replacement kit.

Production takes 10-20 business days after we receive your impressions. Shipping time depends on your region and the shipping method you select at checkout.

If your custom device doesn’t fit as expected, contact us right away. We’ll work with you to resolve the issue – including free adjustments or a remake if necessary.

Yes! We store your dental models securely for about 1-2 years. As long as your teeth haven’t changed, you can easily reorder without taking new impressions.

After you’ve taken your impressions, please email us a few clear photos of them. Our team will review the photos to make sure the impressions are suitable. Once approved, we’ll send you the appropriate return instructions and the address of our nearest return location (in the USA, UK, or EU).

If you live in the USA or the EU, there are no import duties, as your order is shipped from within your region. Customers in other countries may be subject to local customs fees.

If you’re looking for a dental device for medical/treatment purposes, you must consult with a licensed orthodontist. As a dental laboratory, we cannot offer diagnosis or treatment recommendations.

Yes, we ship worldwide from the USA and the EU! We have return addresses in the USA, UK, and EU for your convenience. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout, and tracking is included with every order.

We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Klarna (for EU customers).

Still have questions? View all FAQs or contact us – we’re happy to help!

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