Types of Braces: Which is the most "magical" type of braces?

Braces are a technique of using brackets made of different materials and attached to the tooth surface in combination with arch wires and other orthodontic tools to create traction, helping the teeth move to the desired position. Currently on the market there are 4 extremely popular types of braces: metal braces, ceramic braces, self-ligating braces and lingual braces. First, we will go into the advantages and disadvantages of each type of braces.

Metal braces with rubber bands

Metal braces or traditional braces are one of the 5 most popular types of braces in the world and have been around for more than 100 years now. In the past, braces were cumbersome and easily noticeable. Luckily today, metal braces have many new innovations:

• Smaller
• Faster
• More comfortable
• More effective.

Elastic-tied metal braces

They work by attaching brackets to the teeth and connecting them with an archwire. The wire is tied to the bracket with an orthodontic elastic band. To move teeth, your orthodontist performs wire adjustments at your appointments every 4-8 weeks. Many patients love metal braces because they have the cheapest cost among all types of braces but still provide good orthodontic results.

Ceramic braces with rubber bands

Ceramic braces are braces made of transparent, tooth-colored material. They work similarly to metal braces, but are more discreet and less visible. Ceramic braces are most popular among patients who prioritize aesthetics and are afraid of exposing their braces but still want an orthodontic method that is effective and affordable. These patients tend to be teenagers and adults, especially women because they tend to pay more attention to appearance.

Elastic-tied ceramic braces

Compared to metal braces, ceramic braces are less noticeable and are a reasonable alternative to metal braces. However, you should know that this type of braces is also a bit larger than metal braces and can stain depending on your diet and brushing habits.

Self-ligating braces

Self-ligating braces work similarly to metal braces and ceramic braces. They also rely on brackets and wires to move teeth. The difference between self-ligating braces and metal or ceramic braces is that self-ligating braces use gates or clips to hold the wire in place rather than elastic rubber. The doctor found that self-ligating braces will limit the time for examination because self-ligating braces do not use ties, so they create less friction when moving teeth and minimize the possibility of devices such as brackets, wires, etc. coming loose, etc. Therefore, it will reduce the time to see the doctor, usually about 1.5 - 2 months before needing a follow-up visit.

Automatic braces

Inner braces

Finally, lingual braces are the most specialized and least popular orthodontic system on the market. This method uses a system of wires, brackets and dental instruments to act from the inner tooth surface adjacent to the tongue to adjust the teeth to the desired position on the jaw. They have the unique advantage of being highly aesthetic. However, it brings a lot of inconvenience to the patient:

• For example, it is attached inside the tooth, so at first it will be inconvenient and cumbersome, and even lisping. In many cases, braces often come off due to collisions during chewing more than regular braces
• In addition, it is difficult to clean teeth because they are attached to the inside surface of the teeth, which is a hidden side, making it inconvenient for normal people to clean, not to mention when the braces are attached

Therefore, doctors do not encourage patients to use this type of braces.

Inner braces

Which type of braces is effective? What is the best result?

So going back to the original question, Among the types of braces: metal braces, ceramic braces, self-ligating braces, which type provides the best orthodontic effect? In fact, there has not been any dental research showing that these 3 types of braces have different orthodontic effects. Online reviews about the effectiveness of these 3 types of braces are general, saying that all 3 types can correct tooth misalignments such as overbites, underbites, and crooked teeth.

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