We design precision-fit devices to correct complex bite problems, guide jaw development, and build the foundation for lasting orthodontic results.
When tooth movement alone is not enough, advanced orthodontic appliances provide the structural correction that comprehensive treatment requires. These precision devices are designed to address the skeletal and functional root causes of bite problems. It corrects jaw discrepancies, eliminates crossbites, manages significant overbites, and creates a stable foundation that braces or aligners need to deliver lasting results.
At Wigal & Kluemper Orthodontics, our orthodontic appliance is custom-designed, precisely fitted, and carefully monitored by board-certified orthodontists who evaluate each case through the full framework of craniofacial development. Appliance selection, timing, and adjustment schedules are planned with your long-term bite function, airway health, and facial balance in mind.
Advanced appliances resolve problems that conventional tooth movement cannot address on its own. Here is what makes them essential to comprehensive orthodontic care.
Advanced appliances target the skeletal and functional issues driving crowding, bite problems, and jaw misalignment — not just the visible symptoms. Resolving those root causes produces more stable, longer-lasting outcomes across every phase of treatment.
Addressing jaw discrepancies and bite problems with a specialist-fitted appliance early reduces the risk of more complex corrections later. Many patients who complete appliance therapy require simpler, shorter follow-up orthodontic treatment as a result.
Every appliance we prescribe is selected as part of a comprehensive treatment sequence. Appliance type, wear schedule, and transition timing are all planned to work with whatever comes next, so nothing in your care works against itself.
Choosing a specialist for advanced appliance treatment is one of the most consequential orthodontic decisions a family can make. Heath families trust our team because every case is grounded in specialist training, advanced diagnostic technology, and a genuine commitment to individualized care.
Every appliance is fabricated from exact records of your bite and jaw structure which means no generic sizing, no adjustments made without the full clinical picture in view.
Because we use precise fitting and advanced imaging, your appliance works effectively from day one. This means you experience fewer emergencies and require fewer office visits during your active treatment.
We address your structural issues proactively, so your treatment progresses predictably. We map out your entire appliance timeline from the start, ensuring your treatment never disrupts your daily life.
Our practice features two board-certified specialists who combine their clinical expertise to deliver precise, individualized treatment. Dedicated to both aesthetic and functional excellence, they focus on guiding proper facial development and establishing a foundation for lifelong oral health for every patient.
Dr. Timothy Wigal brings several decades of orthodontic experience to our practice. He evaluates each patient individually and develops customized treatment plans to carefully position teeth and jaws for optimal facial beauty and harmony.
Dr. Alex Kluemper focuses heavily on function, balance, and the proper timing of your care. He meets patients exactly where they are, planning treatment that respects the entire smile to deliver confident, healthy results at any age.
Our practice is conveniently located to serve families throughout Heath and the surrounding Licking County area. Use the interactive map below to find our office and get directions.
At Wigal & Kluemper Orthodontics, we make specialist-led appliance therapy accessible for every Heath family. To ensure you receive individualized care without financial barriers, we offer 0% in-house financing with low monthly payment options, accept CareCredit, and work with most major PPO insurance plans.
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Considering orthodontic appliances? Below are the most common questions our patients ask about their treatment and care.
We provide custom appliances as part of comprehensive treatment planning. The two primary appliances used at the practice are Hyrax Expanders, which gradually widen a narrow upper jaw to create space for proper alignment and improved airway function, and retainers, which stabilize tooth position following active treatment. The right appliance for each patient is determined during a specialist evaluation.
Hyrax Expander is a fixed orthodontic device that attaches to the back teeth and gradually widens the palate over time. It is typically recommended for patients with a narrow upper jaw that is contributing to crowding, bite misalignment, or restricted airway health. By creating the necessary space early, the expander helps establish a healthier foundation for long-term facial balance and functional stability.
A retainer holds your teeth in their corrected positions after active treatment ends. It is fabricated from a precise impression of your mouth and is often reinforced with thin metal wires to maintain structural integrity. Without consistent retainer wear, teeth can gradually shift back toward their original positions, making the retainer an essential part of protecting your long-term results.
Yes. Every appliance we provide is custom-fabricated based on your individual anatomy. Appliances are designed to fit precisely and function effectively within the context of your overall treatment plan, ensuring comfort and clinical accuracy throughout the process.
