Types of
Braces
Metallic Braces
Metallic braces are made of stainless steel. They are more common than other types of advanced braces. This type of braces are much more visible than other available options.
Types of
Braces
Ceramic Braces
These are made of ceramic materials which look very natural compared to metallic braces. This is a very popular alternative to metallic braces. Lesser visibility makes it much more aesthetic.
Types of
Braces
Lingual Braces
Lingual Braces are are invisible as they are set up on the lingual (tongue) or palatal surface of the tooth. Though they are practically invisible, patients may feel little discomfort or may face speech impairments in the initial stage.
Types of
Braces
Self-ligating Braces
Self-ligating Braces are set up in the same way as conventional are. The brackets ligate with the wire without requiring any additional ligature. They use a slide mechanism that attaches the wire to the brackets which allows natural movement of the teeth. That leads to more comfort and providing better result in shorter duration.
Types of
Braces
Invisible Appliance
They are even more advanced type of braces which can be used to treat patients with minor problems. These are designed by the computer and can be removed for cleaning purpose. Made of clear plastic, this type of braces cannot be adjusted but are made in different size levels as the treatment progresses.
METALIC BRACES
CERAMIC BRACES
LINGUAL BRACES
SELF-LIGATING BRACES
INVISIBLE APPLIANCE
Types of Braces
METALIC BRACES
Metallic braces are made of stainless steel. They are more common than other types of advanced braces. This type of braces are much more visible than other available options.
CERAMIC BRACES
These are made of ceramic materials which look very natural compared to metallic braces. This is a very popular alternative to metallic braces. Lesser visibility makes it much more aesthetic.
Lingual Braces
Lingual Braces are are invisible as they are set up on the lingual (tongue) or palatal surface of the tooth. Though they are practically invisible, patients may feel little discomfort or may face speech impairments in the initial stage.
Self-Ligating Braces
Self-ligating Braces are set up in the same way as conventional are. The brackets ligate with the wire without requiring any additional ligature. They use a slide mechanism that attaches the wire to the brackets which allows natural movement of the teeth. That leads to more comfort and providing better result in shorter duration.
Invisible Appliance
They are even more advanced type of braces which can be used to treat patients with minor problems. These are designed by the computer and can be removed for cleaning purpose. Made of clear plastic, this type of braces cannot be adjusted but are made in different size levels as the treatment progresses.
Treatment For Different Age Groups
By 7 years of age, the kid should visit an orthodontist. It helps the orthodontist to assess and predict the development of kid’s teeth and jaw.
The qualified and experienced panel of dentists at absodontic can examine the teeth and jaw development of your kid. This assessment helps in proper treatment planning, if required. These treatments are age sensitive and for best results, should be treated at ideal age.
Any of the following signs or habits show necessity for early treatment:
- Early or late loss of milky teeth.
- Difficulty in chewing and/or biting.
- Lip biting, Mouth breathing, Thumb sucking / Finger sucking, Tongue thrusting.
- Speech impairment.
- Protruding teeth, Crossbite, Crowded teeth.
- Abnormal growth of jaws.
- Grinding / clenching.
Braces for Teens
Our teen patients are tuned into the importance of orthodontic treatment making braces a very normal, expected part of middle school and high school experiences help teens to feel comfortable with having braces and stay motivated to keep their braces clean and damage free. Following our treatment instructions, our teen patients look forward to celebrating a better and more esthetic smile when they get their braces off!
Braces for Adults
One in four orthodontic patients are adults. Nowadays adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment are increasingly motivated by esthetic braces (Ceramic/Invisible appliances). The reasons that adults taking advantage of modern orthodontic techniques: treatment can enhance lip support, as well as offer broader, more youthful smile. Also, long term health of teeth and gums is established with alignment of teeth.
