An orthodontist is a dental specialist who corrects bad bites and straightens teeth. His or her best-known service is providing braces.
What Are Traditional Braces?
The orthodontist in Deerfield offers metal and ceramic braces. Metal or traditional braces are the oldest type, but they are very effective and relatively inexpensive, so they remain a popular choice. The brackets, which are designed to bond to your teeth, are smaller than they were generations ago. The brackets hold the archwire in place so it can shift your teeth into their proper positions. The brackets have small rubber rings called ties, and you can choose ties that come in a variety of colors.
What Are Ceramic Braces?
Ceramic braces have brackets made of porcelain. They are sometimes described as “clear” or “invisible” braces, for the porcelain is designed to be the same color as your teeth. While ceramic braces have the same components and structure as traditional braces, they are much less noticeable. The orthodontist is Deerfield uses stain-proof materials to make the brackets.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an appliance used to straighten teeth. It consists of a set of transparent plastic aligners or trays that fit snugly over your teeth. Like conventional braces, the aligners gradually nudge your teeth into their proper position.
Invisalign offers a number of advantages. First off, the trays are removable, so you will have a much easier time brushing and flossing your teeth. You will thus have a lowered risk of developing tooth decay. You will also not have to abide by the food restrictions that you would if you wore conventional braces, as you don’t have to worry about breaking a wire or bracket. Finally, the aligners are clear and far less noticeable than traditional braces.
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