Now that you have decided to get braces, let us help you decide what kind of braces you should opt for. At CureAlign Dentistry, our Orthodontist- Dr Padmini Vaddavalli works with the following kind of braces:
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Advantages:
– Economic
– Easy to use
– Practiced by most of the orthodontists
– The modules/rubber bands used to tie the wire to the braces comes in various fun colours
Disadvantages:
– Not very esthetic
– Food tends to get stuck around the braces
– Slightly difficult to clean
– Edge of the braces can cause some cuts and bruises
– Puts a considerable amount of force on teeth due to the usage of modules/rubber bands
Advantages:
– Colour of the braces is very similar to the natural teeth colour, ie it is very discreet, hence does not stand out & allows the patient to smile freely
– Economic
– Works exactly like how conventional metal braces work
– Practiced by most of the orthodontists
– The modules/rubber bands used to tie the wire to the braces comes in various fun colours
– Lesser incidence of cuts and bruises than metal braces due to the smoother edges
Disadvantages:
– More expensive than metal braces
– Can get stained easily due to all the spices that we use in our food
– Made out of polycrystalline alumina. Not as strong as metal braces, hence can break easily.
Advantages:
– By eliminating the use of modules and incorporating a locking door mechanism, it reduces the amount of pressure on the teeth
– Does not have any sharp edges, hence lesser chances of getting cuts and bruises
– Works at a faster rate as compared to conventional braces, hence treatment duration is shorter
– Easier to brush around
Disadvantages:
– Expensive as compared to conventional braces
– Locking door mechanism may get jammed
Some additional advantages are:
– Stain resistant. Hence, stay esthetic for the majority of the treatment duration
– Lesser chance of breakage as compared to conventional ceramic braces
Advantages:
– Can greatly reduce the need for extraction/tooth removal due to its arch expansion property
– Reduced clinic visits as the gap between each appointment can be 45-60 days
– Work faster in comparison to conventional metal braces
– Very discreet
– Helps give a wide Hollywood smile
Disadvantages:
– Very few orthodontists who are specialized in providing Damon braces
– Expensive
We hope this information helps you to make an informed decision about what kind of braces you would want to opt for. For any further information or to schedule an appointment for braces kindly call on +91-8431259096 or visit our center- CureAlign Dental Clinic in Hennur, Bangalore.
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