The Herbst Appliance has been used with great success throughout the world for many years to treat “Overbites”. The Herbst takes the place of Headgear and extractions. In the majority of cases the Herbst can be used in lieu of jaw surgery to correct overbites.
The Herbst works by a combination of tooth movement and jaw “growth.” Unlike headgear, it does not require constant parental nagging or patient cooperation. It is there doing the job of overbite correction “24/7.” Results can be seen in 6 - 9 months.