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Fixed braces – metal, ceramic and self-ligating. Proven effectiveness for a wide range of malocclusions. We choose the system to match the patient’s needs and aesthetic expectations.
Conventional braces – metal and aesthetic
Fixed braces with brackets and an archwire are a proven, effective method for treating a wide range of malocclusions – from simple crowding to complex skeletal anomalies. The brackets are bonded to the labial surface of the teeth and connected by an orthodontic archwire that gradually guides the teeth into the correct position.
In conventional braces the archwire is held to the bracket with elastic ligatures – small elastics replaced at every check-up visit. They come in different colours, which children and teenagers especially appreciate.
Ceramic or sapphire brackets offer a more discreet aesthetic – their colour is close to natural enamel, although the braces remain visible on the teeth.
Important for parents: The elastics absorb food dyes and yellow over time. They also create an additional surface for bacterial plaque – so hygiene with these braces requires particular care.
Advantages of conventional braces
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A wide range of correctable malocclusions
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Independent of patient discipline
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The option of coloured ligatures
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An aesthetic version available (ceramic, sapphire)
Disadvantages of conventional braces
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Elastic ligatures increase plaque retention and hinder hygiene
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Higher archwire friction slows tooth movement
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Braces visible on the labial surface
Self-ligating braces – no elastic ligatures
Self-ligating brackets are a technologically advanced alternative to braces with elastics. Instead of ligatures, the bracket has a built-in mechanism – a clip or slide – that holds the archwire in the slot by itself.
Eliminating the elastics translates into significantly less friction between the archwire and the bracket. Teeth can move more efficiently, with gentler forces acting on the roots and periodontal tissues. No elastic parts also means better hygiene – fewer plaque-retaining surfaces and a lower risk of gum inflammation and enamel decalcification.
Available in metal and aesthetic versions (ceramic, sapphire).
Advantages of self-ligating braces
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Less friction = more efficient tooth movement
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Better hygiene – no plaque-retaining surfaces
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Gentler forces on roots and periodontium
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An aesthetic version available
Disadvantages of self-ligating braces
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Higher cost than conventional braces
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Still visible on the labial surface
Keep it simple, smile.
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