Ceramic braces - installation and features

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Everyone wants to look attractive and smile without covering up.

But what to do if the dentition is far from ideal, the bite is broken, and installing a brace system will only worsen the whole picture?

To overcome this situation, manufacturers of orthodontic systems have developed specialized aesthetic braces.

Types of structures

When making aesthetic braces, classical standards are used . Braces have both arches and plates - only the installation method and the material used in manufacturing differ. The lightness and stealth of the design do not in any way reduce the degree of efficiency, and the operating principle of this type is similar to massive metal structures. The main distinguishing feature of aesthetic braces is external invisibility , achieved through the use of certain materials.

Patients are offered one of three existing types of aesthetic braces made from special materials. As an option, orthodontists also suggest using lingual systems that have a different type of installation - fastening on the inner surface of the teeth. This allows the person performing the treatment to wear a structure that is almost invisible to the people around him.

Wearing modern braces that do not spoil your appearance

For patients who want to solve bite problems, but are very concerned about their appearance, aesthetic braces are recommended.

Their operating principle is the same as that of metal ones. But they are made from transparent or enamel-colored material. This is an excellent option for patients who find metal systems unacceptable because they are very noticeable.

Often, aesthetic braces are worn by celebrities who are constantly in public view, and they cannot interrupt their activities while straightening their teeth.

But aesthetic designs are not for everyone. They are less strong than metal, and very serious malocclusion pathologies cannot be solved with their help. At the same time, you have to wear them longer than classic ones.

Let's consider the types of braces related to aesthetic ones:

• plastic (composite);
• ceramic;
• sapphire;
• colored;
• lingual.

Ceramic and sapphire braces are sometimes called white braces. They, like other aesthetic types, are designed to replace unattractive metal structures. At the same time, they are more expensive than metal ones.

Aesthetic plastic braces

The system includes the same arcs, plates, and ligatures. They are distinguished from the classic version by the material used. All plates of aesthetic braces are made of plastic.

Main advantages:

The use of special metal in classical designs entails a decrease in the aesthetic appeal of braces. The use of plastic for the manufacture of plates allows you to select the color of the material individually, to match the natural color of the teeth, reducing the visibility of the structure. In addition, plastic is an inexpensive material, which makes the price of an aesthetic braces system affordable.

A special feature of these models is the need for careful handling due to the fragility of the material. When wearing plastic braces, remember that the material easily changes color under the influence of food coloring.

Metal braces: reviews

Metal braces have the most affordable price among all vestibular brace systems - installation on both jaws will cost from 20 thousand rubles. These are the most effective systems that allow you to correct even complex malocclusion pathologies, and in a fairly short time. At the same time, metal structures have poor aesthetic characteristics and can cause allergic reactions.

Svetlana, Kirov “I remember that I really didn’t want to get braces - my parents literally forced me to. I wore them in the 8th grade, I was lucky, because many of my classmates then also had glands in their mouths. The first week was hell. Then I somehow got used to them. The entire treatment lasted 2 years. In general, I was pleased, because now at 25 I have a beautiful smile, and there is no trace left of my former crooked teeth. It’s better to be patient for a few years in childhood than to have complexes all your life.”

Vladimir, Perm “I was always scared to install braces, and I didn’t want to spend money on them. I learned to hide my crooked teeth and hardly smiled. But over the years the situation got worse - I became terribly withdrawn because of my smile, so 2 months ago I finally decided to get braces. The doctor and I chose metal ones because they are the cheapest. Of course, in the first days they rubbed my cheeks and lips, but now I don’t feel any discomfort, and I’m almost not embarrassed. Probably, by the age of 26, the realization came that health is more important than money!”

Aesthetic ceramic braces

As the name suggests, braces of this type contain plates based on ceramics. Thanks to this choice, the design has the following parameters:

• high strength, resistant to mechanical damage or deformation.
• hypoallergenic, allowing them to be worn by patients prone to allergies.
• color fastness, ensuring long-term preservation of the original shade and protection against pigmentation when eating food dyes.
• the shade of the material is close to the natural tone of the tooth enamel, making the braces unnoticeable when worn.
• recommended for correcting a child’s bite; they have no contraindications.
• Unlike metal braces, the smooth surface of ceramics does not cause damage and is safe for the mucous membrane. This is a big plus in the case of children, because when the mucous membrane is injured, the child becomes capricious and refuses further use of braces.

Plastic braces

Plastic products are also considered an aesthetic option for orthodontic systems. They can be used at any age, including when straightening children’s teeth, since you can choose the color of the plates.

The main advantages of plastic products include:

• low price (about 20 thousand rubles);
• the ability to choose the color, which is considered a psychological aspect in the treatment of occlusion in children and adolescents.

Flaws:

• fragility;
• the ability to absorb food dyes and gradually become colored by them.

Aesthetic sapphire braces

In the manufacture of these braces, artificial sapphire is used. The advantages of the design made of this material are the following characteristics:

• The low visibility and high aesthetic appearance of sapphire systems allows you not only to wear them unnoticed by others, but also to act as a kind of decoration.
• The material of the systems withstands the effects of food coloring, ensuring the preservation of the original shade and appearance throughout the entire treatment process.
• Dentists observe that patients with sapphire braces are less susceptible to diction problems, and it is much easier to get used to speaking with sapphire braces.
• The oral mucosa experiences virtually no discomfort due to the minimal impact of braces.
• Artificial sapphire protects against excessive plaque and tartar formation, positively affecting the condition of teeth.

How long does the treatment last?

When choosing an Aesthetic braces system, you should prepare in advance for the fact that treatment can take quite a long time. However, such a long period of wearing the device is largely compensated by a large number of undeniable advantages.

“The treatment time with metal braces is noticeably shorter, but such devices can cause a lot of discomfort. The presence of hard elements in their design often causes pain and even tears for the patient. In addition, such systems have a noticeable effect on diction, and the period of adaptation is rather difficult. Smooth sapphire braces are another matter. Patients get used to them almost instantly. In addition, they provide the highest aesthetic results, and are no less successful than metal ones in coping with pronounced defects in the dental system.”

Dentist-orthodontist with more than 19 years of experience Agapov Denis Valerievich

On average, the duration of orthodontic treatment ranges from one to three to four years. This applies specifically to sapphire braces. The timing largely depends on the severity of the curvature of the teeth and the severity of the malocclusion.

Features that make braces a fashion accessory

The design of the orthodontic system has one significant aesthetic drawback - the arch passing through the plates. Any orthodontic system connects the plates using a fairly noticeable metal arch. However, there is a solution to this problem - the patient can ask that the arc be hidden under a thin white Teflon coating. Not all orthodontists talk about this possibility due to the reduced performance of the coated archwire. This entails an increase in the duration of treatment. If a person is public and it is necessary to hide the treatment process, this measure may be justified.

Another improvement offered to adolescent patients concerns ligatures. Each braces design includes special rubber bands that secure the arch in the plates, called ligatures. You can choose the most suitable color scheme for these rubber bands, or choose a color combination. Original braces will look like an original, stylish solution that allows you to overcome the embarrassment of wearing braces.

How do braces work?

The principle of operation of braces is to constantly apply slight pressure to the teeth, which is created using a metal arch. During the treatment, the arcs are changed several times to loosen or tighten the plates more strongly. Due to this, the orthodontist is able to achieve the required position of the teeth.

When adjusting your bite, pressure is directed primarily to the teeth. Gradually, their roots change position, but there is no empty space left in their place - it is filled with bone cells, which gradually grow. But this process is long, especially in adulthood, so treatment takes a long time - usually at least 1-1.5 years.

Self-ligating aesthetic braces

The self-ligating design is also aesthetically pleasing.
A distinctive feature of the designs of this type of braces is the absence of ligatures. If in the design of conventional braces the plate has a groove for the arch and wings that connect and fix the arch with ligatures, then in self-ligating systems the arch is fixed with a special lock located at the base of the plate. In order to open the latch lock, manufacturers make special tools. As a result, the design becomes even less noticeable, and the absence of ligatures increases aesthetic appeal. When choosing self-ligating structures, some features should be taken into account. In orthodontics, two types of self-ligating structures are used:

1. Active self-ligation, with a tight connection of the arch with the bottom of the groove . The friction of the arch increases, and the teeth experience maximum pressure. This allows you to go through the treatment process faster, but wearing it is accompanied by increased pain.
2. Passive self-ligation with free passage of the arc in the grooves . Teeth move with minimal friction and without squeezing blood vessels. Thus, the treatment takes place under conditions close to the physiological level, with gradual stretching of the soft tissues. The pain is minimal, but you will have to wear braces longer.

Reviews about invisible (lingual) braces

In such systems, the plates and arch are located on the inside of the jaw. The designs are much more convenient than external vestibular ones and they are completely invisible to others. Suitable for those who value psychological peace of mind during treatment. However, such braces can significantly impede speech due to their specific location on the teeth and changes in the position of the tongue. It may take several weeks to adapt. Also, lingual braces have the highest price.

Boris, Nizhny Novgorod “I installed invisible braces, and I’m basically happy with the result. It was a little hard to talk for the first month, but then I got used to it. The treatment lasted approximately 2 years. Due to my work (I hold a leadership position), it was not possible to even somehow advertise the treatment process, so I had to put up with the shortcomings.”

Olga Ponomareva, Moscow “I had been tormented by crooked teeth all my life, but was embarrassed to get braces. A few years ago, a friend told me about lingual ones. I went for a consultation with an orthodontist - he doesn’t work with them. I had to look for someone who puts up such structures. They told me everything in detail, I must pay tribute, the doctor immediately said that there would be problems with speech and that the tongue would be rubbed. That you need to psychologically tune in to this. They were, of course, a little expensive, but for those who care about their appearance, this is the best option! It took me quite a long time to get used to it – after only about three weeks I could talk more or less calmly and eat normally.”

Braces on teeth for adults

Adult patients try to choose less noticeable systems to correct their bite.

• Women worry about having a beautiful smile. Representatives of the fairer sex prefer aesthetic materials (plastic, ceramics, sapphire) or prefer ligature locks. Visually, such designs do not spoil the smile line and are not very noticeable.
• Men worry less about their appearance during orthodontic treatment. The result is more important to them. Therefore, representatives of the stronger sex can choose both metal braces and aesthetic ones.

Where can I order braces?

Installation of braces in Moscow can be ordered at the CELT clinic. We offer our patients different types of brace systems, carrying out their individual selection. Our specialists draw up treatment plans after conducting all the necessary research and carry out it in accordance with international standards, achieving excellent results.

When selecting a brace system, the patient’s financial capabilities and his wishes regarding the visibility of braces must be taken into account (the aesthetic component plays an important role for many patients). During the process, our specialist will not only offer several options, but also provide comprehensive information about each of them. This is how we find a solution that satisfies both the attending physician and the patient.

Prices for installing braces can be found by going to the appropriate section of our website or by calling us. We offer a range of solutions in different price categories, so installing braces can be quite inexpensive if you contact CELT.