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Braces differ from one another in many ways. Nowadays, Braces are less uncomfortable and less visible than they used to be, but they still take some getting used to. This orthodontic treatment is suitable for both the childrens and the adults. Childrens today tend to get their braces at a much earlier age.
In orthodontic treatment, braces are placed in the mouth. These braces connect each teeth to the other with the help of some metal wires. The wires used are tightened so as to instigate the tooth movement, to bring the tooth into a desired position. Finally all the teeths are arranged in a proper arch form.
Two criteria's:
The braces are clear, invisible and made of stainless steel. All the braces are designed to enable the orthodontist to move each teeth in a three dimensional view.
*Braces for childrens
* Braces for adults
Different types of Braces:
Metal braces : These are silver or golden in colour. They are made of high-grade stainless steel. Today's metal braces are smaller, comfortable and attractive too. The golden braces looks like a jewelry, they are a popular choice among young women. They are very strong too. Initially, the gums may get irritated but after a few weeks the cheeks get toughened up. An o-shaped rubber band called as ligature is used to hold the arch wire onto the bracket. Sometimes these elastic ligatures are substituted by the metal tie wires .The crown and root of the teeth are moved simultaneously.
Ceramic braces : The Ceramic braces are made up of composite and translucent material. They are generally strong and do not stain. The popular brands are Clarity,Transcend made from 3M Unitek and Mystique made from GAC. As these ceramic material blends in with the teeth and can be less noticed than metal. So they are the favorite of all the adults. The ligatures are the filaments that hold the arch wire on the ceramic brackets which are white in colour. It gives a very good costemic appeal.
Brand braces : These are made up of pure monocrystalline sapphire and it is very translucent. These braces are very strong and do not stain. If your teeths are very white, the braces would looks good,whitish on you and seems to disappear on the teeth.
Invisalign: The Invisalign System of braces are the series of clear overlay template called aligners which are generated by computer simulation. This system is available to adults and teen patients with certain orthodontic bite problems. Here there are many strong plastic trays that are fabricated specially. They are invisible. This type is a very good choice for the people who have crooked teeth and tooth bites. It is an invisible method of straightening the teeth.
Incognito: Incognito braces are thenew generation orthodontic braces for teens and adults. These braces are easily placed behind the teeth, so it is invisible to others who enquires about your treatment. These unique braces are created using a different art technology. They are 100% customized to the shape of your teeth and to the dental situation
Lingual braces : The lingual braces are placed behind the teeth and hence they are not visible to other people. Easily. Generally, they are made of metal. Orthodontists are in need of special training to treat the patients with lingual braces.
