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Types Of Braces
Parts Of The Braces
- Archwire: wire used as a source of force to direct teeth to move in desired directions.
- Headgear tube: a cylindrical tube where the headgear is attached, if prescribed.
- Ball hook: used for attachment of elastics.
- Elastic ligature: grey or clear elastic tie used to secure the archwire to the bracket.
- Steel ligature: small steel wire tied to the bracket to secure the archwire to the bracket.
- Coil spring: small spring placed around arch wire to either maintain or increase the space between teeth.
- Elastic: rubber band used to move teeth in the prescribed direction.
- Gingiva: soft tissue around and between the teeth.
- Elastic hook: hook soldered to band to serve as a place to hook your elastics to the molar teeth.
Invisalign (No Braces)
A new system available for adults for orthodontic correction of some bite problems. The Invisalign System is a series of clear overlay templates that have been generated by computer simulation to gradually move the teeth. Drs. Savage, Sabol & Visser are Invisalign Certified Orthodontists.
Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces are a translucent tooth colored (clear) material. They are most popular with the adult patients. They are difficult to see on the teeth unless you are very close to the patient. The only draw backs to the bracket is that they are more fragile and the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits.
Metal Braces
Metal braces are the most common. They are made of high grade stainless steel. Today's braces are much smaller and more comfortable. Therefore they are much more attractive. Most of the patients like to dress up the braces with different color elastics that can be changed at each appointment. Multicolored braces are available.
Retainers
Some minor orthodontic problems can be corrected with retainers. Retainers can be used on the upper and/or lower teeth.
