Ceramic braces
Contents
- Керамические брекеты, что это? В каком возрасте можно ставить?
- Развенчание мифа о брекетах
- Виды керамических брекет-систем
- Преимущества и недостатки керамических брекетов
- Этапы установки керамических брекетов
- Сроки лечения керамическими брекетами, особенности ухода
- Цены на установку керамических брекетов
- FAQ, гарантия, отзывы о стоматологии iStomatolog
What are ceramic braces?
Ceramic braces are a vestibular orthodontic system (attached to the outside of the teeth), whose elements are the same color as the natural shade of tooth enamel or have a transparent structure. The ceramic used to make braces is a polycrystalline or monocrystalline aluminum oxide, which is a strong, hypoallergenic material with high aesthetic properties.
Ideal age for aligning teeth
The most favorable age range for installing brace systems is 14-18 years old. Orthodontic constructions can also be successfully applied later, but the time to correct defects may be longer.
Debunking the myth: braces make your smile look unattractive
Ceramic braces can be attractive, just like the smile with them!
Ceramic braces are a vivid example that orthodontic construction can be quite attractive, and even fashionable. Teenagers and young adults do not have any complexes about using corrective braces, especially since many of them need orthodontic help (almost 70% of patients have a diagnosed malocclusion).
Patients can choose a construction with transparent, semi-transparent, matte, and even colored plates. The design of braces has improved so much in recent years that orthodontic systems have become a part of one's image, which does not spoil one's appearance at all.
Types of ceramic braces
Ligature ceramic braces - plates made of ceramics, in the slots of which the arch is held by removable elastics or wires - ligatures.
Self-ligating ceramic braces - a structure in which the elements are connected using sliding fixtures.
Orthodontic systems can consist of:
- Solid ceramic plates
- Ceramic elements with metal brackets
- Ceramic plates with metal slots.
In combined systems, plates made of metal and ceramics are combined.
Each company produces braces with specific features. This concerns the design, materials, and shape of the plates. For example, the Mystique system from the American company GAC, made of reinforced ceramics, does not have metal inserts in the brackets themselves, and their slots are covered with a silicate film. The visually inconspicuous design has proven to be highly reliable.
The ligatureless In-Ovation system by GAC is securely fixed to teeth due to inserts with microscopic roughnesses.
Clarity APC brackets by 3M Unitek can be installed without the use of adhesive thanks to the design features and special treatment of the bracket base with an adhesive material.
Damon-3 by ORMCO is the most compact of bracket systems. The specially latching clip allows for the fastest replacement of the archwire.
Damon Clear is another popular design by ORMCO, which uses transparent brackets.
Fascination 2 bracket systems
All of the listed ceramic systems, as well as many other models, are chosen based on several factors:
- the type and scale of the pathology;
- the patient's personal preferences regarding the appearance of the bracket system;
- cost limitations.
There is no definitive answer to the question of which ceramic braces are better or worse, and it depends on the individual case. When choosing a corrective system, the number of defects, their nature, and the complexity of correction are taken into account. Then, the most effective design for the specific case is chosen.
Distinctive features and advantages of ceramic braces systems
Modern ceramic braces systems are effective and convenient to use and maintain. Other advantages of constructions in this category include:
- no specific taste;
- absence of components that cause allergies;
- high strength;
- aesthetic appearance.
Modern ceramic braces are resistant to pigment exposure (they do not stain), do not traumatize the gums and oral mucosa. This is a convenient, well-thought-out orthodontic construction used to correct defects of the dental arch in teenagers and adults.
Drawbacks
The latest generation of ceramic braces has few drawbacks. One of them is a slightly longer wear time compared to metal braces. Over time, ceramics may change color if certain dietary and care rules are not followed. Ceramic is vulnerable to mechanical stress - if the dietary rules are not followed during orthodontic treatment, the braces may crack or fracture.
Stages of installing ceramic braces
Primary examination
Diagnosis
Selection of the brace system
Professional teeth cleaning, oral cavity sanitation
Creation of molds
Making jaw models
Creation of orthodontic system elements
Fixation of braces on teeth and attachment of the arch
Recommendations for using braces and taking care of teeth
Duration of treatment with ceramic braces
The duration of correcting dental issues ranges from 1.5 to 3 years. The duration of treatment depends on age, the number of defects, and their complexity. Following the doctor's recommendations and visiting regularly for adjustments according to the schedule is also important.
Caring for ceramic braces
Maintaining oral hygiene is the most crucial aspect of orthodontic treatment. The doctor will provide detailed instructions on how to clean teeth and what tools to use (two types of toothbrushes, interdental brushes, irrigators, floss, mouthwash) to maintain oral hygiene.
Eating with ceramic braces
Solid, fibrous, sticky foods, and sweets are excluded from the diet. Hot drinks should not be consumed after cold dishes (tea after ice cream) as it negatively affects the strength properties of ceramics.
Advantages of installing ceramic braces at iStomatolog clinic
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Article author:
Olena Daynetska, chief Doctor of iStomatolog Dental CenterDuring a consultation at iStomatolog dental clinic, you have the opportunity to receive digital and video diagnostics, a detailed treatment plan, as well as the overall cost of all stages of treatment.
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