Braces and Pretty?

Braces and Pretty?

One of the biggest drawbacks of orthodontics in this very esthetically driven world is how unnattractive the bracketing mechanisms can be. Dentistry and science have come together to address these concerns resulting in some very esthetic options for patients.

The first option: INVISILIGN

Teeth with braces

With the Invisilign System patients can enjoy clear retainers to provide the orthodontic movement of their teeth. This system has both pros and cons. The pros being that alot of the visits required for elastic changes and dental overseeing are not required. The retainers are designed in such a way that a patient wears a succession of different retainers designed to move the teeth incrementally. The patient starts with retainer 1 and after a period of time moves to retainer 2, 3, 4 etc. Usually a dentist will like to confirm the need to move to the next retainer. In some cases the patient can easily determine the time for movement to the next retainer. One of the cons of these retainer style orthodontics is that only patients with mild crowding should utilize these systems. Moderate to severe crowding requires bracketing ortho systems and usually but not always extractions.

The second option: Ceramic Bracketing Systems

Two examples of these systems are the NeoCrystal Sapphire Ceramic Bracket System or the Neolucent Plus Ceramic Bracket System. These clear brackets provide:

  • Unmatched esthetics- they are a pure monocrystalline material providing a natural appearance, as well as being stain resistant
  • Designed for patient comfort-they are remarkably smooth, have a low profile and utilize a single hook which means they have a less bulky feel than conventional metal brackets
  • Enhanced performance- they are heat treated for strength, offer reduced friction allowing easier sliding of wires, non-allergenic.

These clear brackets used in conjunction with Tooth Tone Plastic coated archwires or White Micro-Coated BioKinetix Theremally Activated Nitanium Archwires allows the natural tooth tone to show throough regardless of shade for a virtually invisible appearance.