Not everyone can boast of naturally beautiful and even teeth, so bracket systems have been developed to align them, which eliminate malocclusion. They quickly gained great popularity, and every year they are more and more improved. Let's try to figure out what braces are, what types and methods of installation of these structures exist. Their advantages and disadvantages will also be considered.
Design Features
What are braces? In dentistry, this name refers to a fixed device that is attached to the outer surface of the teeth or the inner one. With the help of an orthodontic arch, the braces return to a predetermined position after any folds. Cheek locks, orthodontic chains, springs, rings are also used as an additional impact on the teeth.
Views
Brackets are classified according to the following principles:
- Attachment point. There are external models, fasteningwhich is carried out on the outer surface of the teeth, and internal.
- Material of production. The design can be plastic, polymer, metal or a combination.
- Method of connecting with an arc - classic (with ligatures) and self-ligating (without ligatures).
Features of the material of manufacture
Metal structures are considered the most reliable and simple. They are characterized by high strength, as well as minimal friction between the grooves and the arc. They are made of titanium, stainless steel and an alloy of titanium and nickel. The only drawback is that they are noticeably very strong. To give them aesthetics, ligatures of different colors are used. Children and teenagers prefer curly models in the form of stars, hearts, etc.
Ceramic braces have a more aesthetic appearance, are durable and do not oxidize. Their color scheme matches the color of the teeth, so they are almost invisible. Among the disadvantages are high friction between the arc and the groove, but despite this, this design is very popular.
Sapphire models are made from artificial sapphire crystals, characterized by high strength. Due to the fact that they are completely transparent, they have an attractive appearance. Such braces are not stained and do not retain plaque. They are much easier to care for than a metal structure.
Installation
To install braces, they are attached one at a time to each tooth using a special adhesive. Then they connectarcs, which are tied with ligatures. Usually, cheek locks and orthodontic rings are placed on the 6th and 7th teeth. Some designs have a metal hook to which the elastic band is attached.
There are models that do not have metal or rubber ligatures and consist of special clips. During their opening, an arc is placed in the groove, which, when closed, is securely held.
Many are interested in this question: does it hurt to put braces? It depends on the individual characteristics of the organism. By itself, this process is painless, but in the early days there may be discomfort, as the teeth begin to move to the back position. In this case, it is recommended to use painkillers. Seek medical attention if you experience severe pain.
How do braces work?
Having figured out what braces are, you need to figure out how they work. Many people think that the teeth are tightly "mounted" in the jaw. However, they can move as a result of orthodontic treatment under the action of specially applied forces. If there is a slight but prolonged pressure on the wall of the tooth socket, it begins to gradually dissolve, opening up space for tooth movement.
Great loads that occur during a meal are not able to cause movement of the molar, since such an effect is short-term. Only braces are able to move the teeth as they apply little force for a long time.
Getting used tobraces
A person should get used to such a product, because this foreign structure has a mechanical effect on the bone tissue of the dentition. At first they press, they can rub their cheeks, lips, sometimes there is a problem with diction, but this period of adaptation must be experienced. To alleviate the condition, it is recommended to use a special wax. But many get used to wearing braces quite easily.
Also, adaptation depends on the chosen design. The installation of external braces is tolerated quite easily, and after a few days they forget about it. But the internal construction brings much more discomfort.
How long should this design be worn?
If braces were installed, the time of wearing them is determined only by the attending orthodontist. It focuses on factors such as the age of the patient, the degree of curvature of the bite, the condition of the dentition, the quality of the design.
The duration of wearing the product depends on how difficult the case is. To correct a strong curvature of the bite, this design is recommended to be worn for 2-3 years, but there are situations when wearing braces is stretched for 5 years. However, such cases are extremely rare. The minimum term is 6 months.
Those who installed this design notice a positive effect after 3-4 months. In no case should you remove the product at night, because the teeth will quickly return to their original position. During treatment, you must visit yourdoctor for preventive examination and consultations. Sometimes it may be necessary to adjust or even replace the braces to redirect or increase the impact on the teeth during their alignment.
Removal of structure
Only the doctor determines when you can remove the braces. For this, special forceps are used, with the help of which the product is compressed and detached from the teeth. This may cause discomfort. After removal of the structure, an adhesive material remains on the teeth, which is polished and ground. Do not be afraid - this is a completely harmless procedure.
If a patient has had a sapphire or ceramic bracket system installed, the process of removing it is much more complicated, since compression with forceps leads to its destruction. At the same time, pieces of material remain on the teeth and it is rather problematic to remove them without damaging the enamel. Therefore, before installing a structure made of these materials, the doctor must warn about such possible consequences.
Cost of braces
Design price depends on model and material used. Invisible internal braces are several times more expensive than external ones. Plastic and metal products are considered cheap, their cost is 50 thousand rubles. Ceramic design can cost 75 thousand rubles, and sapphire - 85 thousand. Lingual systems are considered the most expensive, the approximate cost of which is 100-150 thousand rubles.
Conclusion
Thus, if there are problems with the bite, the doctor can adviseinstall a special design. Many patients in this case have questions: what are braces, and is it painful to wear them? It all depends on the individual characteristics of the organism and the material of manufacture of the product. But in any case, after using them, the smile becomes beautiful.
