Varieties of colored braces and multi-colored elastic bands for them

The best time to correct your bite with braces is adolescence. But children during puberty are very sensitive to the opinions of others, their self-esteem is often reduced. Metal braces on teeth can become an additional reason for complexes. Multi-colored braces will help solve the problem.

In this article

• What are the design features of colored braces?
• Why do you need colored rubber bands for braces?
• Braces with colored rubber bands - what are they?
• What colors are braces?
• What to consider when choosing the color of braces?
• How are colored braces installed?
• Why is it necessary to replace colored ligatures?

What colored braces look like

In fact, to get a fun color scheme and a variety of shades, doctors use regular classic braces with colored rubber bands, called ligatures. Those. It is not the plates themselves that have a bright tint, but the colored ligatures that act as fixatives for the metal arc in the grooves of the system. In appearance, they resemble rings made of elastic material and can have different diameters and thicknesses. With their help, orthodontists achieve the desired effect of transforming classical systems beyond recognition, creating a bright, individual and unique image that many children and even some adults like so much.

When using self-ligating or non-ligating systems, this effect will no longer be achieved. It is also inappropriate to use ligatures on lingual orthodontic appliances, which are fixed on the inner lingual side of the dentition, because they are invisible to others.

On a note! Currently, the choice of colored braces is very wide and varied. Most often, to give the desired shade, doctors choose rubber bands or ligatures that match the color. However, today some manufacturers produce systems, for example, made of plastic, in which the plate brackets themselves are painted in different colors. Ligatures can have not only different colors, but also various shapes: hearts, diamonds, flowers.

The staples are attached with a special adhesive to the surface of the tooth, from the front side (vestibular). A restoring arch in the form of a wire is pulled through the brackets, and elastic bands serve to prevent movements of the arch in the hole of the bracket. See what braces with colored rubber bands look like in the photo.

Useful tips

It is recommended to remove the protection before each meal and reapply it after eating. But some users do not do this, claiming that the material can easily withstand several meals without removal. There is probably a reason to try different methods of application, keeping the most suitable one.

The quality of protection largely depends on the brand of material. It is advisable to consult a dentist before purchasing. Doctors usually have reliable information about which brands are best.

When purchasing for the first time, you do not need to buy material for future use. It is better to buy a small amount and evaluate its effect.

You should not skimp on dental silicone, especially since its price is relatively low. Gels and ointments for treating injured cheeks and lips will cost more.

The material should be stored in a place protected from the sun at room temperature.

Some manufacturers' products have the word "Wax" in their names, which translates as wax. Although in fact the material is made based on silicone. This is something to keep in mind.

If the polymer irritates the mucous membrane, it should be abandoned in favor of dental or natural wax.

Chewing gum should not be used as a protective material. It provides much worse protection than specialized materials, and is very difficult to remove from the bracket.

What are ligatures

Ligatures, which can be colored, are designed to secure the arches to the staples. Some people also mistakenly call them elastics or traction bands, but other types of elastic bands have these names. Thus, traction bands or elastics, unlike ligatures, are larger in size and have excellent stretch; they are designed for additional tightening of individual teeth. Also, unlike ligatures, the patient can independently remove them from the mouth at home in order to eat or perform oral hygiene, but ligatures cannot be removed independently - this must be done by the orthodontist.

Proper care of silicone braces

To get the best results from the treatment, you must follow all the rules for caring for the silicone structure:

· Before each meal and before brushing your teeth, the aligner must be removed.

· Before putting it back on, you should thoroughly brush your teeth using toothpaste, mouthwash and floss.

· Store silicone braces in a special container, which is included with the aligners.

In addition, the patient must regularly wear the silicone structure and follow all the dentist’s recommendations. Otherwise, treatment may be delayed indefinitely. If you experience the slightest problem with your mouth guard, you should immediately contact a specialist.

Main features and purpose of color systems

Colored braces, as in the photo, differ from ordinary classic ones in that they almost completely cover and disguise the metal arches, and only the locking parts of the system remain open. This feature allows young patients to feel more confident and free from psychological discomfort. Such devices look like a decorative element on the teeth and allow you to create an individual image that will be the envy of other teenagers, which is very important for a child undergoing quite complex orthodontic treatment.

Important! Regardless of what material the braces are made from, they all have a metal arch. The arch itself can also be painted white for aesthetics, but it is important to remember that the top paint may peel off during use due to friction that occurs when the teeth move in a given direction. This factor may slightly increase the treatment time, which is why many patients prefer to leave the metal arch unpainted.

Otherwise, colored braces for children are no different from other models; they have an orthodontic arch that is located above the teeth and moves them in a given direction. They also allow you to correct and correct malocclusions of any complexity.

What parents need to pay attention to

Ages 3 to 6 years

It is necessary to pay attention to early signs that contribute to the occurrence of improper development of teeth and dentition.

Let us list the points that help a child’s teeth grow crooked:

• early loss of baby teeth,
• breathing disorders,
• closing of the child's lips during sleep,
• sluggish, slow chewing and swallowing,
• speech disorders,
• poor posture,
• bad habits - sucking fingers, tongue, objects.

When studying the survey data, it was revealed that the majority of patients (95%

) were referred to an orthodontist after 6 years.

I don’t doubt for a second that if you knew that your child could develop a malocclusion, you would immediately begin to follow the doctor’s advice: change your diet, eliminate bad habits, and perform therapeutic exercises. This relates to the question of how early you should see an orthodontist.

Why do something now, when it’s already clear that “the teeth are crooked, when they grow, then we’ll put braces on him”

In the modern world, orthodontics plays a huge role. The desire for a beautiful, even smile, the desire to have snow-white, straight teeth becomes the norm of life. Thus, it is obvious that by referring children in early childhood to an orthodontist, who can give professional advice on the prevention of dental anomalies, it is possible to prevent the formation of malocclusion in children. And avoid dental problems in adulthood.

My doctoral daily practice in communicating with children and parents shows a fairly good awareness of orthodontic treatment methods. About the existence of dental plates and braces

, we don’t have to talk about trainers for a long time - these types of orthodontic structures are the most common, widely known to both the small and adult population.

Early treatment takes advantage of progressive, irreversible tissue changes during tooth growth and eruption, targeting them to stop the development of the anomaly before significant dental and morphological compensation occurs.

The main task facing the orthodontist is the following: it is necessary to give the teeth the correct vector of development

, create conditions around the teeth for their optimal growth!

Dear friends, in early childhood, the orthodontist, together with the parents, is the coordinator of the correction of dental anomalies that form during the period of active growth of the child’s teeth. The consequences of inaction - that is, waiting until the child grows up and you install permanent braces or any other aggressive devices - are more difficult to treat and retain, and maintain the achieved result.

By using early orthodontic treatment, you and I have the unique ability to manage tooth eruption to minimize the need for future tooth movement.

Why are records needed?

Most practicing orthodontists find it difficult to determine exactly when it is worth interfering with the formation of malocclusion, and when Nature should still “do its thing.” This is because experience only comes after years of careful observation, and the decision to intervene is often driven by parental demands to “do something.”

Orthodontic care for a child consists of the use of preventive and therapeutic measures - myogymnastics, hardware and surgical treatment. The most common of them is the hardware method.

A dental plate is a passive removable orthodontic device, and if a screw or various spring elements are added, the design becomes an orthodontic device with active mechanical action. The activity and strength of the device depends on how many millimeters the doctor has extended and activated the spring, tightened the screw, etc. The fulcrum in them is the teeth and the alveolar process under the base, the regulating active part is a screw, a spring, and the clasp is a fixing part.

How to sleep with dental plaques, will my child swallow them at night while sleeping?

There is no reason to panic, dear friends, the orthodontic device (plate) in the correct individual high-quality production is sufficiently tightly fixed due to the hooking metal elements, as well as the anatomical shape.

When putting on the dental plate, you can hear a characteristic click - this is a positive thing. It is very important to properly remove and put the plates on your child’s teeth so as not to bend their wire elements, and also carefully monitor their cleanliness and maintain hygiene.

What materials are used to make braces that children love so much?

Colored rubber bands can be used on braces made of any classic materials.

Metal

Metal braces will also become colored if ligatures of different shades are fixed to them. Gray metal devices themselves cause little delight in children, but they correct malocclusions better and a little faster than others (due to the low coefficient of friction between the walls of the groove and the arch). In addition, these structures are very wear-resistant and durable, and if colored ligatures are attached to them, they will look more original and attractive. But remember that metal devices can contribute to the development of allergies in children who are prone to allergic reactions.

Plastic

The plastic is transparent, but if you complement it with colored ligatures, the image will turn out bright and practical. The material is good for children due to its safety and minimal risk of developing allergic reactions, but it can be stained by food, and bright elastic bands will make the change in shade less noticeable and conspicuous.

Plastic systems also have several significant disadvantages: they are often subject to breakdowns and are not suitable for correcting serious malocclusions.

Ceramics

Ceramics are more often chosen by adults than children, but, for example, adolescents who are in puberty, especially girls, often prefer aesthetic and invisible systems. Ceramics are similar in color to natural enamel and have the same shine and gloss. However, even when correcting the bite with orthodontic devices made of ceramics, we must not forget that the arch that runs along the entire dentition will be made of metal. At the request of the patient, the arch can also be painted in light shades, but teenagers more often choose to “camouflage” the metal arch with the help of brightly colored ligatures, and this is how colored ceramic braces appear.

Sapphire

Ceramics and sapphire are the most aesthetic options for correcting a bite; they are almost invisible on the teeth in daylight and evening light, and in bright sunlight they shimmer like precious jewelry. Such systems, due to their high cost and greater fragility (compared to metal ones), are less often chosen for children, but nevertheless, here, too, bright elements can be used to make the image unique and memorable, which will definitely appeal to many teenagers.

Interesting! On the Internet you can often see photos where there are colored dots on the braces. Some people believe that this is also a kind of decorative element, although in fact this is not the case. These dots are nothing more than markings for orthodontists; they easily wear off and lose color after the first few procedures of hygienic oral care.

Indications for use

Silicone braces for straightening teeth can be used by adults and young patients, but only if there is no allergy to the material. In addition, silicone aligners will be an excellent solution for straightening teeth for people who are embarrassed to walk with glands that cause them serious stress. Thanks to transparent dental structures, it is possible to straighten the teeth even for people who are constantly in the center of attention. These are lecturers, actors, businessmen, politicians and other people. After all, the braces system is characterized by its convenience, inconspicuousness on the teeth and absolute comfort during use.

Mouth guards for correcting bites are also useful for people who need to straighten teeth after injury or reconstructive surgery on the face and jaw. This applies to all cases where it is necessary to gain access to damaged surfaces for treatment. If you use fixed structures to straighten teeth, then this option is absent. In addition, the latest products are quite difficult to maintain.

Benefits of Vibrant Orthodontic Systems

• psychological comfort: do not forget that braces can be installed and worn only when baby teeth are replaced with permanent ones, which occurs at the age of 12-14 years. It is during this period that children, and especially teenagers, react very sharply to changes associated with their appearance,
• maintaining a good mood: let the child choose the colored ligatures for braces himself, choose the shade he needs - this will allow him to feel confident and maintain a good mood, which is especially important at the stage of getting used to and adapting to the orthodontic apparatus,
• the elastic bands do not change their shade: this is very important, because Not all children practice good oral hygiene. At the same time, many teenagers are no longer amenable to parental control, so in secret from moms and dads they can eat food and drink soda, which can stain not only the enamel of teeth, but also elements of braces. Due to the fact that the rubber bands are not affected by dyes, plaque and food residues are difficult to see on them, children’s smile will always look quite good,
• the presence of bright elements will have a slight impact on the cost of the braces system: this factor is pleasant for parents, because you can install quite inexpensive metal or plastic systems for children, which will be decorated with multi-colored rubber bands,
• The elastic bands are harmless: they are soft, do not have sharp edges and are painted with safe dyes (made of medical polyurethane). Even if the child swallows such a gum, nothing bad will happen - it will not injure the esophagus, will not lead to intoxication, and will leave the body naturally,
• individuality: there are no standard solutions, and each patient will have his own individuality.

Treatment regimen

Therapy with silicone braces is a multi-step process that consists of an initial examination and a panoramic photo. In addition, you will also need a dental impression. Taking into account the information received, the specialist makes a computer model of the dentition, and then sends it to the manufacturers of the removable structure.

Taking into account the degree of malocclusion, as a rule, 20 to 30 sets of aligners are produced. One pair of braces made can be used for 2 weeks. After this, the next corrective pad is installed. The described treatment regimen is repeated for 6 months or more if auxiliary teeth straightening is not required.

Silicone braces are unique designs that can be installed not only by adults, but even by children. They are completely safe, comfortable to wear, and most importantly, they are invisible. Now you can straighten your teeth quickly and unnoticed by people.

Sources used:

• Goldstein, Ronald Cosmetic Dentistry. In 3 volumes. Volume 1. Theoretical foundations. Principles of communication. Treatment methods / Ronald Goldstein. - M.: STBOOK, 2003.
• Persin L. S. Orthodontics. Treatment of dental anomalies. - M.: Engineer, 1998.
• American Association of Orthodontists (USA)

Disadvantages that not everyone knows about

Braces with colored rubber bands have a number of disadvantages, which not every patient is aware of. So, the rubber bands themselves are short-lived and wear out quickly. Accordingly, they have to be changed approximately once every 3-4 weeks. In addition, there is always the possibility that the child may swallow the ligature. It's safe, but if it happens on a regular basis, there won't be anything pleasant about it.

In some patients, the presence of rubber bands can cause problems with diction. True, in most cases the problem goes away after adaptation to braces, which, depending on the individual characteristics of the patient, can take from 2 weeks to several months.

Metal

Orthodontists still install such systems, and this is understandable. When metal braces began to be equipped with locks instead of ligatures, their effectiveness increased. And the fact that this material is the most noticeable of all is not important for all patients. Both teenagers and many adults are no longer embarrassed to wear braces, since treatment by an orthodontist is perceived as an important and useful matter, and not at all a reason for jokes.

Close-up of metal non-ligature braces

pros

• If they are ligature-free, they work quickly and efficiently.
• Durable and easy to maintain hygiene.
• The most affordable.
• Ligation-free systems correct any violations quickly and efficiently.
• Easy to remove.

Minuses

• The most noticeable.

Metal system with bright ligatures

Which shade is better to choose

This question always arises before children and their parents, because... Today there are a lot of different options - orthodontists offer their patients more than 20 different shades. Ligatures can have any shades, ranging from white and transparent to bright red and green, turquoise, gold and purple. Some patients choose a combination of different shades (elastic bands of different shades are attached to each plate), others prefer one range - here the flight of imagination is not limited.

However, there are several factors to consider when choosing. For example, yellow is not suitable for all patients, because... it will visually make the teeth themselves even more yellowish. If a child really likes yellow, then it is better to give preference to bright yellow rather than pale yellow.

Against the background of white rubber bands, any, even the snow-white enamel (and perfectly white teeth are rare) will also give off a yellowish tint and will look duller. In addition, white elements get dirty very quickly and are stained by food, so very soon they will look unkempt.

On a note! Don’t forget that classic braces need to be activated regularly; therefore, when visiting an orthodontist, you can always choose a new shade of elastic bands or change the palette.

If a child has naturally dark enamel, then it is better to give preference to dark elastic bands (blue, black, purple, rich green, burgundy). If you want to visually make the enamel lighter, then it is advisable to choose bright colors - red, orange, turquoise. If the enamel is naturally grayish, then you need to choose warm spring shades.

Rubber bands are often chosen according to the eye color of the growing patient. So, if a child has green, gray, or blue eyes, then the elements of the system of the corresponding shade will look impressive.

The most universal shades that suit most patients are blue, red, light blue.

Interestingly, in some private clinics the palette is divided into several groups: for boys and men, for girls and for adult women.

What to consider when choosing?

Choosing a color for braces is not always an easy task.

In order for the device to make your smile unusual, and at the same time emphasize it favorably, when choosing, you need to take into account certain nuances :

• You should not install white ligatures, since even with a high degree of whiteness of the teeth, they will look a shade whiter, which means they will dull the color of the enamel.
• The selection of yellow color must be approached very carefully, since some shades can impart yellowness to white enamel or enhance its existing yellow color.
  If you nevertheless opted for yellow ligatures, then preference should be given to rich colors that add brightness to the teeth;
• Bright spring colors are well suited for naturally gray enamel, which will visually lighten its surface.
• You can show dark teeth in an advantageous light using ligatures of a dark shade, for example, deep blue, black, burgundy.
• You can emphasize your individuality and originality with the help of red, blue, orange or bright green ligatures that are suitable for all teeth.
• Braces matched to your eye color look very impressive.
• Adults are advised to select a shade based on their gender.
  Women are more suited to delicate shades of turquoise, pink or coral.

  For men, a different range is defined, including pale shades of purple and blue.

• For children, it is recommended that ligatures of a different color be placed on each bracket. This will allow you to turn the fixation procedure into a game, and make the wearing process more interesting.

Despite the fact that colored ligatures are more designed for use in children, they remain in demand among adults.

In addition, most systems provide for regular activation of the device, during which you can constantly experiment by changing the color scheme of the ligatures.

Alternative to colored rubber bands

Doctors often camouflage the metal archwire by using colored wire to help make the staples themselves attractive. The wire can be created from steel or silver, titanium or aluminum. It is more wear-resistant and lasts longer compared to ligatures. However, it has one significant drawback - under the influence of drinks and food consumed, temperature changes, its outer layer can crack, which will look unaesthetic. Therefore, orthodontists still often advise choosing braces with ligatures.

What is more expensive - braces or aligners?

In some individual cases, expensive branded aligners may be more expensive than cheap braces, especially with long-term treatment involving many stages. But if the comparison is made correctly, comparing cases of the same degree of complexity, then the difference in the price of braces or aligners will either be minimal, or even aligners will be more profitable.

Imported mouthguards from foreign manufacturers are more expensive. Our clinic cooperates with Star Smile, a leading domestic manufacturer of aligners, which, with completely similar quality, have a much lower price. This allows us to offer treatment for malocclusion using aligners at the most affordable prices.

Therefore, to the question: what to choose: braces or aligners? – our doctors answer unequivocally – choose aligners. This will provide greater comfort during treatment, better aesthetics and will be much more profitable.

How to install and remove ligatures

You can improve the aesthetics of your smile even when classic vestibular braces have already been installed. To put on the elastic bands, you need to spend a little time - about 10-20 minutes. This is very convenient for children who do not want to spend a long time in the dentist's chair.

So, first, the doctor separates the pad from the clamp using a special clamp, then puts an elastic band on the bracket, and then checks the strength of the fastening. After a month of treatment, the rubber bands must be replaced with new ones. Only your doctor should remove them; under no circumstances should you do it yourself. The specialist will do this carefully, without damaging the elements of the correction system.

Comparison with wax

Silicone is a good alternative to classic dental wax, and in some respects even superior to it. Although in terms of the totality of qualities these are quite comparable materials.

Some comparative characteristics of wax and silicone

Parameter	Wax	Silicone	Note
Ease of application and removal	Similar	Similar	Reviews from some patients note that silicone requires more time to knead and warm up than wax
Fastening strength	Lower than silicone	Higher than wax	—
Duration of use of one application	The same	The same	—
Fabric compatibility, hypoallergenic	Similar	Similar	—
Price	About the same	About the same	—

Features of nutrition and hygiene care

If your children wear bright orthodontic appliances, then you need to focus their attention on the fact that the elastic bands on them can change their structure, lose their bright shade and become less flexible if the patient abuses carbonated drinks and hot foods.

As for the rules of care, they are standard for all “braces” wearers: you need to carefully remove plaque not only from the teeth, but also from all elements of the bracket system (plates, clasps, arches, elastic bands), and from the interdental spaces. Special V-shaped brushes and pipe cleaners will help with this. Also, be sure to purchase an irrigator for children, which will help even those who are not very responsible about oral hygiene to better care for their teeth and devices. With the help of an irrigator, the smallest particles of food will be washed out of all hard-to-reach areas. In addition, the device will help care for your gums, provide them with a gentle massage, enhance and normalize blood circulation, and help reduce the risk of developing gingivitis and periodontitis.

It is important for parents to daily monitor the thoroughness and timeliness of hygienic care during orthodontic treatment in children, because some researchers believe that in young patients with braces, the risk of developing caries increases 13 times1 just because they brush their teeth poorly or do not do it at all .

Terms of use

The main requirement for the use of protective silicone is the cleanliness and dryness of the surface to which it is applied.

When applying, the following sequence must be followed:

• Brush your teeth – all or only the segment of the dentition to which the material is applied.
• Dry the application area thoroughly with cotton balls.
• Separate the required amount of material from the plate. It is advisable to cut or separate a piece by torsion so as not to stretch the plate.
• Knead and warm the material in your fingers, finally shape it into a ball. If an extended area is covered, make a “sausage” out of it.
• Press the material into the desired place so that it completely covers the traumatic lock or arch, slightly rising above it. In this case, it is necessary that the silicone adheres to the surface of not only the bracket, but also the tooth.

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The cost of bright solutions

How much do colored braces cost? Their cost exceeds the cost of metal ones, but much less than sapphire and ceramic ones. Treatment of malocclusion using metal devices will cost the patient from 25,000 rubles, which depends on the complexity of the case. Plastic structures cost from 30,000 rubles. When using ligatures of unusual shape, the price will increase. For colored ceramic braces, the price will already be quite high: 70,000-120,000 rubles. Designs made from artificial sapphires are even more expensive, on average 12,000 and above.

Price of dental braces

The price of dental braces is determined individually, calculated for each jaw and most of all depends on two conditions - material, installation method. If the cost of treatment is critical for you, then give preference to budget metal systems. They are noticeable, but effective, look neat, and are easy to install.

A compromise aesthetic option is ceramics. Zuub constantly runs promotions where you can install systems for literally 20–50% of the average market cost of such structures.

Lingual (invisible) products belong to the “premium” class, but provide exceptional aesthetics of the result. Their cost today varies between 50+ thousand per jaw. The most expensive systems are self-ligating, non-ligating.

How much do silicone braces cost?

The price of a silicone dental structure may vary somewhat. It depends on the material used and manufacturing technology. Moreover, the cost of standard models is quite affordable, while the price of individual silicone mouth guards is much higher.

Now there are many companies that make silicone mouth guards. But since this dental design is the development of American doctors, original models can only be made in clinics that have a special license.

Removing teeth before installing braces

Sometimes, according to the orthodontist, it is necessary to remove teeth to make room for dentition correction and improve the facial profile. The orthodontist makes the decision about removal after diagnosis and discussion of the treatment plan with the patient. Photometric analysis of the face, examination of X-ray images and diagnostic results help the doctor make the right conclusion.

The complexity of the clinical case affects the need for removal. The choice of prescription in Damon braces in some cases allows you not to remove teeth. To achieve correct occlusion without tooth extraction, the doctor corrects the bite, installs microscrews and performs separation.

Types of aesthetic bracket systems

All aesthetic braces are attached to the inner space of the teeth. Aesthetic designs are invisible to people around them and are worn comfortably for a long period. Aesthetic systems include:

· lingual structures with attachment to the inside of the teeth;

· plastic;

· ceramic;

· sapphire.

Plastic structures are made of durable, hygienic plastic. They have a natural shade of tooth enamel. In the production of such braces Damon, Roth, Clarity, Spirit, the latest innovative technologies Injection Modeling and Elan are used. They are based on the use of a reinforced plastic filler and include an anatomical base that follows the shape of the teeth. Such systems are more expensive than conventional metal structures.

Aesthetic braces are structures that are invisible on the teeth; the price of aesthetic braces varies in a different range. This makes them the most popular among patients. Ceramic structures are particularly durable and have high aesthetic qualities. Ceramics does not injure the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and gums. Ceramic structures are hypoallergenic and well tolerated by the body. A small disadvantage of ceramic structures is that they can make tooth enamel yellow.

Sapphire aesthetic braces are more noticeable on the teeth, but look beautiful and attractive. They resemble decoration and this is how many patients regard them. In terms of price, sapphire designs are the most expensive. Such structures are firmly attached to the teeth. Thanks to new technologies, they can be used for a very long period.

Invisible braces are located on the inside of the teeth and have special latches and fastenings. Lingual systems with internal fastenings also belong to aesthetic braces. When choosing a lingual design, you must first consult with a specialist. These braces require special care. Aligners can be an alternative to them.

The cost of various braces varies between 80,000 -150,000 rubles. It all depends on the design features:

· Economy class plastic braces systems can be installed for 80,000-100,000 rubles. Recently, colored plastic braces have become especially popular;

· combined systems will cost orthodontic patients 110,000 – 150,000 rubles;

· lingual systems cost about 200,000 rubles;

· ceramic braces cost 120,000 – 150,000 rubles;

· sapphire systems – 150,000 – 180,000 rubles.

Leading orthodontist at the Amirdent clinic

No matter how excellent the materials are, no matter how perfect the systems are used, the treatment of malocclusion will not be effective if it is undertaken by an unqualified doctor. Apart from pain and aesthetic problems, using the best techniques will not bring results.

Our clinic is attended by a dentist-orthodontist of the highest qualification category, Khatib Massoud Zidan. His professional experience spans about 20 years. During this time, more than seven thousand patients were cured. Today Khatib Massoud is a member of the Society of Professional Orthodontists of Russia.

To make an appointment and get a free consultation, submit an application or write in the chat now. It is possible to communicate using convenient instant messengers or by email. Call or request feedback to ask questions to the clinic manager. He will answer all questions and offer a convenient time to visit the dental office in Beskudnikovo.

Photos of teeth before and after braces

Trust in a doctor consists of many factors: reviews and recommendations from friends, a well-conducted consultation, doctor’s certificates, diplomas and awards, photos of clinical cases “before” and “after” of treatment with braces published on the Internet. Doctors actively maintain groups on social networks and blogs on clinic websites, post videos on YouTube, and post photographs with the results of orthodontic treatment.

deep bite

high crowding, flat profile

moderate crowding, asymmetry

high degree of crowding, open bite, posterior crossbite

case without removal

bilateral crossbite with a high degree of crowding of the anterior group of teeth in the upper jaw

Cross

Cross metal systems are made in Korea from high-quality steels that are not subject to corrosion. The quality of the installation is ensured by the use of high-precision casting techniques. Braces do not stain over time. A special coding is provided to select the color of the elements.

The base of the bracket has roughness. Its anatomical shape follows the curve of the outer surface of the tooth. The combination of these factors ensures reliable fixation. If you are interested in braces at an affordable price, then the Cross systems are what you will be pleased with. Wearing them does not cause discomfort and guarantees the speed and effectiveness of treatment.

Active and passive self-ligation

Self-ligation can be passive or active. With the active type of fixation, the bracket clip applies pressure and moves the archwire towards the base of the slot. The orthodontic arch, in turn, puts pressure on the clip. In the case of passive self-ligation, the cover fixes the archwire in the slot without exerting pressure on it. When closed, the bracket turns into a buccal tube: the static cover becomes the fourth wall of the groove, the arch moves freely and is not subject to force. Example: Damon Q.

Damon Q with orthodontic arch

Which braces are best for adults and pediatric patients? American orthodontist Vourdouris JC compared the frictional force of the arch in the bracket groove when using passive and active non-ligature structures. According to a study published in the American J. of Orthodontics & Dentofacial orthopedics, active systems operate with a high friction force of 31.0 g, while passive designs have a low friction force of 0.1 to 0.18 g.

The data obtained scientifically prove that passive self-ligating systems are able to interact with archwires throughout treatment without loss of force and provide a new standard of low friction when moving teeth. American scientists Thorstenson GA and Kusy supplemented the results of the study. Experts have found that when using the Damon System passive self-ligating system, there is significantly lower frictional resistance in dry and wet environments compared to active structures.

Studies conducted by orthodontists indicate the benefits of treatment with passive self-ligating braces.