Aesthetic orthodontics to feel good during and after
Choosing the orthodontics that best suits us is not always easy. Today’s multiple possibilities make us slowly weigh the different factors that concern us and that are not only limited to price. The esthetics of our teeth, even during orthodontic treatment, is essential for us to feel comfortable and confident as we work to achieve the smile we want. Therefore, treatment with aesthetic braces in our clinics in Barcelona and Ibiza gives you the security you are looking for during the process.
The benefits of sapphire brackets, the most esthetic possible, include certain advantages and possible disadvantages that you should be aware of:
- Sapphire brackets are known for their durability, although metal brackets still rank first in terms of strength.
- In the case of sapphire brackets, treatments may take longer compared to metal brackets. This is because the material increases friction with the archwire, resulting in slower tooth movement.
- As with metal brackets, it is important to avoid eating hard or sticky foods to prevent damage. In case of breakage, it will be necessary to replace the bracket to continue with the treatment.
- The use of sapphire brackets is not recommended for people who practice contact sports. However, if you participate in these types of activities, you may opt for a specially designed sports mouthguard for added protection.
- Sapphire brackets are slightly larger compared to their metal counterparts.
- Due to the esthetic materials used, sapphire brackets are usually slightly more expensive than traditional brackets.
- Your orthodontist may suggest using sapphire brackets on the most visible teeth and metal brackets on the rest. This way you can benefit from the advantages of both types of brackets.
You will now have a comprehensive understanding of the advantages and considerations of sapphire brackets.
What are aesthetic brackets?
They are a fairly widespread orthodontic option. We can define it as an intermediate step between conventional braces and Invisalign type orthodontics, but always keeping in mind that it is a fixed orthodontics. This means that the orthodontist will place the brackets and they will remain in place for the entire treatment and can only be removed by a professional.
Aesthetic brackets are made of a transparent material, so they are concealed when placed on the outside of the tooth. They are hardly visible at medium distances and are a visually relevant improvement compared to metallic ones. However, the rest of the materials may be visible, such as the arches. These can be metallic or coated with a material to make them white. But it is true that for many patients it means feeling more comfortable taking care of their image while improving the appearance of their teeth.
Are they as effective as other orthodontics?
The aesthetic brackets we work with in Barcelona and Ibiza are totally effective to treat smile alignment, crowding, malocclusion and other cases that need orthodontics. They correct common bite and alignment problems with full effectiveness, but are much better concealed than conventional brackets.
Our expert orthodontists will tell you what these braces can do for your smile. In the preliminary study carried out, you will check together the expected results, so that you can feel totally confident when making a decision on which orthodontic treatment to choose. They will discuss the pros and cons of each option and you will examine your specific case so that you can choose with all the information available to you. For us it is essential that you feel completely comfortable and advised at all times, because our goal is, above all, your health and well-being throughout the process and at its completion. In addition, it is an option available for children, adolescents and adults.
Sapphire brackets to shape your smile
The treatment we offer of aesthetic orthodontics in Barcelona and Ibiza work with materials of the highest quality, sapphire and porcelain specially treated for this purpose.
Both sapphire and porcelain brackets blend in perfectly and are hypoallergenic, making them an excellent solution for those with metal allergy problems. After a short period of adaptation, you will largely forget about your orthodontics. The benefits of aesthetic braces include certain advantages and possible disadvantages that you should be aware of:
- They are stronger than ceramics, but metallics are still the winners.
- In the case of sapphire, treatments take longer than with metallic. The material increases friction with the archwire, slowing tooth movement.
- As with the metallic ones, you should avoid eating hard or sticky foods to prevent damage. If they break, the bracket will need to be changed to continue treatment.
- They are not recommended in patients who practice contact sports. And if this is your case, you can wear a sports protector made especially for you.
- They are slightly larger than the metallic ones.
- Due to the esthetic materials, they are somewhat more expensive than conventional brackets.
- Your orthodontist may recommend wearing sapphire brackets on the most visible teeth, and metal brackets on the rest. This way you benefit from the advantages of both types of brackets.
The results obtained with aesthetic braces are long lasting and you will be able to enjoy your aligned smile for the rest of your life. An investment that goes beyond aesthetics, since the corrections carried out by orthodontics are aimed at optimizing and correcting the bite. You will enjoy a better quality of life for many years and less dental wear.
Our orthodontic treatment for aesthetic braces in Barcelona and Ibiza offers the highest quality materials designed specifically for this purpose, such as sapphire and porcelain brackets.
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