Bite correction in adulthood requires a longer time and, of course, you want to make this process as inconspicuous as possible. Especially for this, transparent braces have been developed - a system that not only does not attract too much attention, but also decorates a smile.
Transparent alternative to brackets
Conventional systems for correcting a malocclusion or curvature of the dentition are usually made of metal and are installed on the front surface of the teeth. Because of this, they are very visible to others, which often causes a feeling of discomfort or embarrassment. Moreover, metal structures can change color even with careful care, which adversely affects the appearance.
Transparent braces relieve the patient of all these problems, allowing even long-term treatment (up to 3 years) with high aesthetics and hygiene.
Transparent sapphire braces on teeth
Material for the manufacture of such a system are precious stones, sapphires grown in laboratory conditions. Synthetic stones are placed in a vacuum tank, where they are heated to a temperature above 2000 degrees Celsius, so that the crystallization process begins. The strength of such sapphires is very high, there are also high refractive indices of light, which ensures maximum transparency of the braces.
Transparent ceramic braces
In fact, the ceramic system is not transparent. The secret is that the color of the material is selected exactly under the natural shade of the patient's teeth, so the braces remain virtually invisible.
One of the significant drawbacks of such devices is their tendency to stain due to the accumulation of a yellowish coating on the surface of the braces. Therefore, the owners of ceramic systems are recommended to visit at least once in six months
Transparent bracket system made of plastic
Achieving unobtrusiveness of plastic braces is carried out in the same way as in ceramic braces - the tone of the constituent parts is selected in accordance with the color of the teeth. In addition, you can use a transparent arc that will make the system almost transparent. But recently braces have acquired the status of a fashion accessory, so some patients wear systems with colored ligatures and even with drawing drawings.