DTC
In stock (98 units)Regular price LE 1,200.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable- 10% off
Matt
Matt Ortho Stainless Steel Face Mask Multi adjustable Petit
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Leone
Leone Face Mask reverse pull headgear
Low stock (18 units)Regular price LE 1,750.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
DTC
DTC High Pull Headgear With Face Bow Safety Module Elastics
In stock (49 units)Regular price LE 850.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
Leone
Leone Neck Pad For Safety Module
Low stock (10 units)Regular price LE 500.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
Leone
Leone Head CAP For Safety Module
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Leone
Leone Safety Release Module (10)
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Leone
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Dentaurum
Dentaurum saftey modules 2 pcs
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Dentaurum
Dentaurum Amda advanced molar distalization appliance
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Matt
Matt Ortho Stainless Steel Face Mask Adjustable Delaire
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How to Choose the Right Extraoral Appliance for Your Case
- Reverse-Pull vs High-Pull Anchorage — Reverse-pull (protraction) face masks anchor on the forehead and chin to deliver forward-directed force for maxillary retrusion in Class III patients, while high-pull headgear anchors occipitally to intrude and distalise maxillary molars in Class II deep-bite cases.
- Force Range — Protraction facemasks typically deliver 400–500g of force per side via elastics stretched from the intraoral hook to the facemask frame, applied 10–14 hours daily during active growth.
- Safety Module / Breakaway Elastics — Safety modules incorporate a breakaway mechanism that releases under excess tension, preventing facial injury if the elastic snaps or the patient falls — a required component on modern extraoral appliances.
- Frame Adjustability — Multi-adjustable forehead and chin pads (e.g. petit frame sizing) accommodate different facial dimensions and growth stages without requiring a full frame replacement.
- Compliance Window — Skeletal effects from extraoral appliances depend on daily wear time; most protocols require 10–14 hours/day, making patient and parental compliance counselling essential to treatment success.
- Hygiene & Storage — Facemask pads and straps should be wiped down daily and stored away from direct heat; Egypt’s summer temperatures can soften foam padding on cheaper frames over time.
Extraoral Appliance Types at a Glance
| Type | Anchorage | Indication | Typical Force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse-Pull (Protraction) Face Mask | Forehead + chin | Class III / maxillary retrusion | 400–500g per side |
| High-Pull Headgear | Occipital/parietal strap | Class II deep bite, molar intrusion | 300–450g per side |
| Cervical/Neck Pad Module | Nape of neck | Class II distal molar movement | 250–400g per side |
| Safety Module Elastics | N/A (breakaway) | Prevents facial injury on elastic release | Breakaway threshold, not sustained force |
Availability & Delivery in Egypt
MedSTA supplies extraoral headgear, protraction face masks, and safety module accessories in EGP with nationwide delivery across Egypt, serving orthodontic practices treating growing patients in the Egyptian dental market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between reverse-pull (protraction) and high-pull headgear?
What is the difference between reverse-pull (protraction) and high-pull headgear?
Reverse-pull face masks anchor on the forehead and chin and pull the maxilla forward, correcting Class III maxillary retrusion. High-pull headgear anchors occipitally and pulls upward and backward on the maxillary molars, used for Class II deep-bite correction and molar intrusion — the two appliances move the jaw in opposite directions.
How many hours per day should a patient wear extraoral headgear or a face mask for effective results?
How many hours per day should a patient wear extraoral headgear or a face mask for effective results?
Most protraction and headgear protocols require 10–14 hours of daily wear, typically overnight plus part of the day, to achieve measurable skeletal change during active growth. Wear time below this threshold significantly slows or prevents the intended orthopaedic effect.
What is the safety module or breakaway elastic used for on extraoral appliances?
What is the safety module or breakaway elastic used for on extraoral appliances?
The safety module incorporates a breakaway release mechanism that disengages the elastic under excess tension, preventing the facebow or facemask from causing facial or ocular injury if the patient falls or the elastic snaps unexpectedly. It is a required safety component on modern extraoral appliances.
Can the forehead and chin pads on a protraction face mask be adjusted for different patient face sizes?
Can the forehead and chin pads on a protraction face mask be adjusted for different patient face sizes?
Yes. Multi-adjustable frames, such as petit-sized face masks, allow the forehead and chin pad positions and the connecting bar height to be adjusted to the patient's facial dimensions and growth stage, avoiding the need to replace the entire frame as the child grows.
Does MedSTA supply orthodontic headgear and face masks across Egypt?
Does MedSTA supply orthodontic headgear and face masks across Egypt?
Yes. MedSTA supplies reverse-pull face masks, high-pull headgear, and safety module accessories from Leone, DTC, and Matt Ortho, priced in EGP with nationwide delivery to orthodontic practices across Egypt.