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The ALF appliance has so many positive benefits. Not only does it not interfere with speech or proper tongue positioning as it expands your palate, it also helps to create a healthy foundation for accurate mandibular positioning, enhanced airway space and a sound bilateral TMJ relationship. So, how does it work? The ALF appliance uses a light, natural, continuous force to open the sutures of the maxilla for lateral expansion and also anterior protraction.