Orthodontics is evolving—and at Cronin & Czarnik Orthodontics, we are proud to be at the forefront of one of the most impactful advances the profession has seen in decades: MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion).
MARPE isn’t just a new appliance. It represents a completely different way of thinking about orthodontic treatment—one that focuses on the root cause of problems rather than masking symptoms. As a national leader in MARPE treatment, our goal is simple: help patients breathe better, function better, and live better by addressing underlying skeletal issues that traditional orthodontics often overlooks.
Each MARPE is custom designed for the patients’ specific anatomy and treatment goals
Treating the Cause—Not Just the Symptoms
Many orthodontic and airway problems begin with a constricted or underdeveloped upper jaw. This can contribute to:
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- Crowded or crooked teeth
- Narrow smiles
- Bite problems
- Mouth breathing
- Poor sleep quality and airway obstruction
Historically, orthodontics often treated these issues with tooth extractions or camouflage—making teeth fit into a jaw that was never wide enough to begin with. While this can straighten teeth, it doesn’t correct the underlying skeletal imbalance.
At Cronin & Czarnik Orthodontics, we believe orthodontics should do more.
That’s why we collaborate closely with local sleep centers like Rebis Health, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to identify whether airway restriction, jaw constriction, or skeletal disharmony is contributing to a patient’s symptoms. Rather than placing a “band-aid” on the problem, we aim to correct the foundation itself.
How MARPE Changes Everything
MARPE allows us to expand the upper jaw in adolescents and adults—something that was once thought to be impossible without invasive jaw surgery.
By gently separating the midpalatal suture using bone-anchored support, MARPE can:
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- Increase jaw width and tongue space
- Improve nasal airflow and breathing
- Reduce crowding without extractions
- Create a healthier, more stable bite
- Support better sleep and airway health
In many cases, MARPE allows us to avoid removing healthy teeth altogether, preserving facial balance and long-term oral health.
This is orthodontics that works with the body—not against it.
A Modern, Thoughtful, and Precise Process
What once required hospital-based surgery can now be accomplished with a carefully planned, minimally invasive procedure right in our office. Our MARPE process includes a few straightforward but highly advanced steps:
1. 3D Imaging
We begin with a 3D CBCT X-ray, allowing us to see the patient’s skeletal anatomy, airway, and suture maturity with incredible accuracy.
CBCT imaging allows us to diagnose in 3-Dimensions
2. Custom Digital Planning
Every MARPE appliance is custom-designed using advanced digital planning. We determine ideal placement, expansion goals, and biomechanics—tailored specifically to each patient.
Each case is designed by the doctor with the leading laboratory manufacturing Custom MARPE’s.
3. Simple, In-Office Placement
The appliance is placed comfortably in our office. For most patients, the process is quick, well-tolerated, and far less intimidating than they expect.
This precise approach turns a previously “impossible” task into a predictable, effective, and patient-friendly treatment.
Why We Believe in MARPE—Personally
Our confidence in MARPE isn’t just professional—it’s personal.
Dr. Scott Czarnik believes in this treatment so deeply that he underwent MARPE treatment himself.
That firsthand experience reinforces what we see every day in our patients: meaningful skeletal change, improved function, and long-term benefits that go far beyond straight teeth.
When we recommend MARPE, it’s because we truly believe it is the best option—not only for smiles, but for overall health.
Orthodontics With a Bigger Purpose
MARPE is more than an appliance. It’s a philosophy shift.
At Cronin & Czarnik Orthodontics, we are proud to be national leaders in this treatment because it aligns with what we value most:
- Education and transparency
- Individualized, evidence-based care
- Collaboration with medical professionals
- Long-term health over short-term fixes
If you’ve been told that extractions are your only option—or that jaw surgery is unavoidable—we encourage you to seek another opinion. There may be a better, less invasive solution.
And it might just start with MARPE. Please call or text our office to schedule your complimentary consultation now. (303) 428-3613
