For one, most orthodontists believe that the best time to get braces is between the age of 15 To 25. Nowadays there are several types of braces available starting from traditional metal braces to Invisible Aligners there were a lot of options available out there with cost depending on the place where you live. Let’s discuss about types of braces in brief…
Traditional Or Metal Braces
Traditional or metal braces are the first and most common type of braces Traditional braces are more effective at treating extreme overcrowding than other options like clear braces or Invisalign aligners and are less expensive. They give your orthodontist the control he needs to move the teeth in small increments at a time. The main disadvantage of traditional braces is the metal mouth appearance. While less noticeable orthodontics like Invisalign may seem like a better choice for those who are conscious of their appearance, today’s braces are more visually appealing than in past years, with a range of colour options for both the brackets and the elastics. Wearing these types of braces also means that you don’t have to worry about ever misplacing your aligners.
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Ceramic Braces
Ceramic bracesare similar to metal braces, but they use clear or tooth-colored brackets rather than gray or metallic silver brackets and wires.
Many people opt for ceramic braces because they’re less noticeable on your teeth than metal braces. This can be a huge advantage if you’re considering braces and don’t want to feel self-conscious about wearing them.
But ceramic braces also come with some downside
Pros of Ceramic Braces
Here’s a quick breakdown of the pros and cons of ceramic braces, especially compared to traditional metal braces.
Pros
- They’re less visible than metal braces The ceramic material used in these braces can be either clear or tooth-colored.
- They move teeth faster than clear aligners (Invisalign). Ceramic braces take about 18 to 36 months to straighten your teeth. Popular clear-alignment methods, such as Invisalign, can take a year or longer to work, even if your teeth don’t require much correction. Also, clear-alignment methods don’t work for severe cases of misalignment or malocclusion (a crooked bite).
- You can choose your colors. Metal braces only come in one color: gray (or shiny metallic silver, if it’s available). Ceramic braces are available in nearly any color imaginable.
- They don’t interfere with imaging tests. Metal braces can disrupt signals in imaging tests. Ceramic braces
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