What Are Functional Orthodontic Appliances?

Functional appliances are removable orthodontic devices traditionally used to guide jaw development and correct bite relationships. Our models replicate these appliances for display, demonstration, or collection – carefully crafted to ensure they do not influence teeth or jaw positioning.

Why Buy Orthodontic Appliances From Us?

  • Handcrafted by dental technicians
  • Extremely realistic, true-to-function designs
  • Made to fit your impressions – just like real appliances
  • Fully functional in appearance but with no orthodontic effect
  • Worldwide shipping, secure packaging, fast production

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before ordering a custom orthodontic appliance:

Functional Appliances

  • Are these real orthodontic appliances?

    Yes! We manufacture the same orthodontic appliances that we produce for dentists and orthodontists worldwide. Each appliance is made using professional orthodontic materials and the same fabrication techniques we use for clinical orders.

    However, please note: While these are technically real appliances, they are made for demonstration, display, educational purposes, or personal use, not for medical treatment unless prescribed and supervised by a licensed orthodontist.

  • Do I need an impression to order a functional appliance?

    Yes. Like all of our products, functional appliances are custom-made to fit your teeth based on dental impressions.

    If you don’t have recent impressions, you can order our easy-to-use impression kit as part of the ordering process.

  • Do these orthodontic appliances actually move teeth or jaws?

    No. While these appliances are made with the same materials and appearance as clinical devices, they are constructed to not apply active orthodontic forces. This makes them ideal for demonstration, teaching, cosplay, photoshoots, or collectors – without affecting your dental alignment.

    For any orthodontic treatment involving jaw or tooth movement, a licensed orthodontist must be involved.

  • Which orthodontic appliance is right for me?

    As a dental laboratory, we do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Only a licensed orthodontist can determine which appliance is suitable for a specific orthodontic purpose.

    If you are ordering for educational or demonstration purposes, the choice depends on the aesthetic, educational, or display needs you have. Each appliance has its own characteristic design and appearance.

  • Can I customize my functional appliance (e.g., acrylic colors, design)?

    Yes! You can select your preferred acrylic colors and several add-on options directly in the product configurator during the ordering process.

    If you have special requests (such as design adjustments or visual preferences), you can also add these in the “Comments” section during checkout.

    Every appliance is individually crafted based on your specifications.

  • Can I use orthodontic appliances for cosplay, photoshoots, or theater?

    Absolutely! Many customers order these appliances for cosplay, costume events, theater productions, photoshoots, or simply for fun.

    They provide an authentic orthodontic look without any functional effect on your teeth or jaw.

  • Is it safe to wear these appliances for fun or display?

    Yes, as long as the appliance is used for short-term display, photos, or demonstration purposes. Our appliances are made from dental-grade materials commonly used in orthodontics and do not exert orthodontic forces. However, they are not intended for long-term continuous wear.

  • How are your products made?

    Our products are crafted by experienced dental technicians in a professional orthodontic lab that serves dentists and orthodontists worldwide. We use high-quality materials from industry-leading manufacturers, and each product is custom-made based on your individual impressions.

  • How does the ordering process work?

    It’s simple! First, choose the product you’d like to order from our website. If you don’t already have dental impressions from your dentist or a previous order with us, you can add our optional impression kit to your order. The kit includes everything you need to easily take your impressions at home.

    If you order an impression kit, we’ll ship it to you first. Once you’ve taken your impressions, just email us a few clear photos of them. We’ll then send you the return instructions and the nearest return address.

    As soon as we receive your impressions, we’ll begin crafting your custom order. Once it’s ready, you’ll get a photo of the finished product for review before we ship it to your delivery address.

  • How long does it take to make an orthodontic appliance?

    Our typical production time is approximately 10–20 business days after receiving your dental impressions in usable condition.

    Since every appliance is custom-made, production time may vary depending on lab workload.

  • What if my device doesn’t fit properly?

    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.

  • Do you ship internationally?

    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.