# #107 – Dr. Svitlana Koval – FME Protraction Problem Solved by Partners Dental?

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Podcast: [JawHacks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/jawhacks-7095416)
Published: 2026-06-29T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: http://jawhacks.local/episode/107-svitlana-koval
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💬 Book a 1:1 Coaching Call with Ron https://jawhacks.com/coaching/ 📘 Get the JawHacks Field Guide https://field-guide.jawhacks.com/ 📬 Join the JawHacks Newsletter https://jawhacks.com/newsletter/ Dr. Svitlana Koval updates us on current trends in MARPE, FME, facemask, mandibular skeletal expansion, and more. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction and the growing role of FME in orthodontics 02:21 - Addressing patient questions: Why choose FME over MARPE? 03:57 - Differences in activation and separation patterns between MARPE and FME 04:25 - Soft tissue and airway changes post-expansion 05:41 - Design elements of FME enabling deeper posterior expansion 06:46 - Use of multi-screw designs for greater rigidity in MARPE 07:40 - Patents and design innovations in MARPE technology 10:10 - Future of protraction appliances and ongoing research 12:21 - Patterns of suture separation and predictability of expansion 13:45 - Combining FME with protraction mini plates 17:17 - CBCT-based analysis of sutural response patterns 20:42 - Managing mandibular support and late-stage expansion risks 23:23 - Special considerations for downward rotated and long face syndrome cases 25:00 - Impact of septal anatomy on nasal breathing outcomes 28:18 - Techniques for septal manipulation during expansion 31:58 - Use of 3D-guided piezo corticotomy for septal preservation 34:45 - Surgical innovations: mandibular widening during orthognathic surgery 54:53 - The future of skeletal expansion in the mandibular arch 1:00:13 - Research directions and insights into sleep apnea treatment potential 1:02:52 - Advances in direct print aligners and digital orthodontics 1:05:16 - Personal interests: Horse riding and leisure in South Florida CONNECT WITH GUEST https://www.youtube.com/@drsvitlanakoval https://www.instagram.co…

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