Carriere Distalizer: Early Bite Correction Made Simple

The Carriere Distalizer Appliance is an advanced orthodontic device designed to correct Class II malocclusion — when the upper teeth or jaw sit too far forward compared to the lower jaw. It gently moves the upper molars backward (distalizes them) before braces or aligners are placed, creating a better foundation for tooth alignment and bite correction. Unlike traditional headgear, the Carriere Distalizer is small, comfortable, and fully intraoral, offering a discreet and efficient alternative for modern orthodontic care.

Why Use the Carriere Distalizer?

• Avoid bulky headgear: Provides the same functional effect without external straps or visibility.
• Simplifies treatment: Moves molars first, making later alignment with braces or aligners faster and easier.
• May reduce extractions: Creates natural space that can minimize or eliminate the need for tooth removal.
• Predictable movement: Delivers controlled molar correction with minimal tipping or unwanted side effects.
• Efficient phase-based correction: Optimizes bite correction before the main orthodontic phase.

How the Carriere Distalizer Works

• Anchorage Setup: A stable anchor is created in the lower jaw using braces or aligners to resist the backward (distal) force applied to the upper molars.
• Bonding the Distalizer Bar: A slim, curved bar is bonded to the upper canine and molar on each side of the mouth.
• Elastic Force Application: Elastics are attached from the distalizer bar to the lower teeth, applying gentle, continuous pressure that moves the upper molars backward.
• Monitoring and Adjustments: Regular visits ensure the molars are shifting correctly and the elastics are effective and comfortable.
• Removal and Transition: Once the molars are in the correct position, the distalizer is removed, and treatment continues with full braces or Invisalign aligners to fine-tune alignment and complete the bite correction.

Benefits of the Carriere Distalizer

• Shorter total treatment time in many cases.
• Early bite correction improves jaw harmony and smile balance.
• Comfortable, low-profile design.
• Suitable for teens and adults needing Class II correction.
• Enhances the predictability and efficiency of braces or aligner treatment.

Creating Better Smiles with Modern Orthodontics

At Smiles in Motion Orthodontics, we use the Carriere Distalizer as part of a comprehensive, technology-driven approach to orthodontic care. This innovative appliance allows for gentle, efficient bite correction — often simplifying later treatment and helping patients achieve a more balanced, confident smile sooner.