The bracket system used to align the bite anomalies and the curvature of the dentition, by its design is a very complex orthodontic fixed system. It is attached to the tooth enamel with a special glue. Each bracket has a special groove, where after gluing all parts an orthodontic arch is passed. Basically it is thanks to this arc and its resistance to the curvature of the teeth that pressure is created that causes the teeth to level out. Before starting the installation, the doctor must take a cast of teeth, since braces are made for each patient individually.
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Types of bite correction systems
All braces used in orthodontic practice are divided into the following types:
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by material of manufacture distinguish metallic, composite and ceramic; - direct and indirect fixation method;
- on the location of the tooth - internal and external;
- by the method of binding the arc. There is only one classic binding method;
- for the duration of treatment. In order to determine the duration of treatment, the doctor must first examine the teeth and establish the degree of neglect of the curvature, since the duration of treatment depends on this, respectively, it is strictly individual for each patient.
Braces on tooth arrangement
According to the system of location on the tooth, there are only two types: external or vestibular and internal or lingual. Vestibular braces today most common system, allowing to correct the curvature of the teeth. It is very easy to mount. First, the doctor must apply glue to the teeth with which the system will be attached, and then inserts an orthodontic arch into the clasps.
The vestibular system is quite simple to install and with daily wear it is almost not felt. The main advantage of this system is that with its help teeth are in the right position quickly enough, respectively, to wear them for a long time is not necessary. It is considered very durable and resistant to various daily loads.
Whatever transparent material is used, and installed outside braces still remain visible for others. There are those who are indifferent to this moment, but there are people who are rather worried about this. To do this, just come up with a bracket system with an internal arrangement on the tooth, that is, lingual.
Lingual braces
They first appeared in dentistry in the 80s, but at the time they were terribly inconvenient. Those who wore such braces felt a strong discomfort. They violated diction, because of what the speech was becoming illegible, created a number of inconveniences when eating food. But, whatever they were uncomfortable and bulky, they straightened their teeth very well.
Nowadays, after many years, such systems are very different from those early representatives. The photo shows that they are quite miniatureare not so noticeable and do not create unpleasant sensations when wearing. Moreover, they, as then, very effectively cope with their task.
Lingual braces internal very good and are considered among the best for leveling deep bite. Such systems can be:
- classic;
- made individually for each patient.
The most common lingual braces in our time are the systems STB and Incognito. Photos of lingual braces can be seen on our website.
Metal Braces STB
Lingual braces stb correct bite from the inside. Sufficiently economical option compared to other analogues. By combining several qualities in themselves, they have long won a place in orthodontics. When correcting bite with their help, the patient does not feel much pain, as they have a slight pressure on the teeth, but at the same time the teeth are still shifted in the right direction.
The stb lingual bracket does not occupy the entire cavity of the tooth, but is mounted near the very base, as shown in the photo. The features include:
- accurate correction provides a special design of the orthodontic arch, due to which the movement of the teeth occurs under slight pressure;
- comfortable wearing in everyday life provides these braces with a small plate size, thanks to which they occupy a smaller area when fastening;
- getting used to them happens very quickly, almost a few days later a person ceases to feel them altogether. This is achieved due to the fact that they have a small thickness of the structure;
- they do not need special care, but, on the contrary, with daily hygiene, they will not cause any discomfort. When wearing metal braces STB system diction is not disturbed.
But, unfortunately, both the advantages and disadvantages of this model can be attributed to the small size and the rather small area they occupy when fastening. This may cause frequent peeling off.
Braces Incognito
Of all the lingual braces, these are considered the strongest, in addition, they have a super-thin surface. This became feasible due to the fact that the composition contains gold microparticles. But this also makes treatment with the use of these braces quite expensive. This is due not only to the presence of gold in the composition of the material used for their manufacture, but also due to the fact that such lingual braces can be made only in Germany and personally for each person, while providing for all the specific structures of the inner side of the tooth.
The advantages of this type include:
- the whole manufacturing process, except for the removal of the impression from the teeth, is computerized, which ensures high precision of manufacturing;
- using them to treat the curvature of the teeth, the desired result is always achieved;
- the maximum effect is achieved due to the accuracy of positioning, and the possibility of peeling off eliminates the very reliable attachment of braces to the teeth;
- it is clear that braces made strictly for the patient will be least likely to cause discomfort and the period of getting used to them will be much faster than installing another model of braces;
- due to the content in its composition of gold, they can not cause any allergic reactions;
- due to the exact positioning of each lingual braces, the duration of treatment can be significantly reduced.
Photos of incognito braces
Incognito requires not only an individual silicone impression of each dentition separately, but the treatment must also be exceptional. At the very beginning, as soon as you decided and chose the treatment of the curvature of the teeth with these braces, the doctor, after examining the oral cavity and X-ray of the image, should remove the silicone impression of both jaws from the teeth.
This cast will go to a laboratory located in Germany, where it is scanned using the latest computer technology. make accurate tooth patterns the patient. And with the help of 3D resolutions and the created virtual three-dimensional model of teeth, systems are made of wax, which are fixed on the diagnostic model. It is in the position in which they should be on the teeth, and all this is filled with plaster.
After that, the wax, which is no longer needed, is melted and removed, and the resulting forms are poured with gold compound. Once the gold is frozen, the gypsum is also removed, packed and sent back to the clinic.
Braces Incognito much faster fixed on the teeth than the rest. It is worth noting that Incognito are installed in several stages. Initially, this occurs in the lower jaw, after which the patient is given time to get used to them, and then the upper jaw is processed.
The duration of treatment depends on the degree of complexity of bite violation. Sometimes treatment can last more than two years. Throughout this period, the orthodontist will tell you about this, you must visit the clinic to change the pressure of the arc on the teeth.
To ensure that the teeth, after removing the braces, do not return to their former places, the doctor will put them on the teeth retailers. They will have to wear a longer period.
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