What are fixed braces?
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Posted on 28-11-2022 02:01 PM
Fixed braces are the most common
type
of braces. They are a non-removable brace made up of brackets that are glued to each tooth and linked with wires. Fixed braces are usually made out of metal, so will be noticeable on the front of your teeth. These are the standard brace for hse treatment. Removable braces may also be needed to treat children with misaligned jaws. Clear ceramic fixed braces, which are less visible, are available privately.
Fixed braces are often referred to as ‘train track’ braces. The orthodontist attaches metal or tooth-coloured brackets to the teeth that are being realigned. The next step is to run a special wire over the brackets to pull the teeth into the right position. Because the brackets are adhered to the teeth, patients won’t be able to take the braces off during the course of treatment. Ceramic braces are the same size and shape as metal braces. They have tooth-coloured or clear brackets that blend in with the natural colour of the teeth. The primary difference between ceramic and traditional braces relates to the type of orthodontic brackets that are bonded to the patient’s teeth.
There are many different types of brace. Some are fixed and stay in all the time. These are the standard brace for nhs treatment in under-18s. Nhs braces are made of metal, but clear ceramic braces, which are less visible, are also available privately. Removable aligners (thin, clear, flexible plastic mouthguards) may also be available privately. These fit closely over the teeth and are taken out at mealtimes or to clean them, but are otherwise worn all the time. Read more about different types of braces on the orthodontics treatment page.
Smile-tru is a series of clear positioners that can be offered as an alternative to fixed braces for most people. Each positioner is designed to fit over the teeth and guide them gently into the desired position. We are trained providers of this treatment option to our patients.
What are some other teeth straightening solutions?
Dr perry is the number one specialist provider of invisalign clear aligners in dublin city centre.
Invisalign is the world’s leading clear aligner for teeth straightening. Dr perry provides comprehensive smile solutions for adults and teenagers alike. Whether you choose orthodontic braces, aligners or lingual, you are in good hands. With over 20 years experience and more than 6000 successful cases, dr perry will deliver the smile you wish for. Dr perry graduated with honours from the dental school at trinity college dublin in 1998 and worked as a primary care dentist in dublin before moving to the uk, to work in one of the uk’s leading teaching hospitals.
How much do fixed braces cost?
Orthodontics also includes cosmetic dentistry; this is considered when the patient’s main aim is to improve only the appearance of his/her teeth and they are not overly concerned with addressing the functional problems (if there are any). From time to time the orthodontist will discuss treatment options with a patient, that the patient themselves is not happy to go ahead with, either due to treatment length, cost, or treatment severity (i. E. Surgery). In some cases (not all) it is possible to do compromised or “cosmetic” treatment. The majority of these cases will only address the position of the visible smile (upper and/or lower 4 – 4).