All Types of Braces
Posted by zigag on Feb.18, 2011, under Type
All Types of Dental Braces
Individuals who are looking to straighten their teeth have a number of options to choose from depending on their situation. There are several different types of braces and the prices ranges vary for each one but they all have the ability to correct the positioning of the teeth.
Traditional metal braces are the most common choice for those straightening their teeth. These are normally made from stainless steel. There are variations of these braces in that instead of using stainless steel, one can choose gold, silver, or titanium. These are more expensive and are requested mostly by those with allergies to the materials in the stainless steel type. With either of these, the brackets that are placed on the teeth can be white, colored, and so on.
Clear braces have pieces attached that are invisible and the only part that can be seen in the thin wire. Even the wire however is barely visible.
Ceramic braces are less visible than traditional braces as they are made the same color as the teeth but again the wire can be seen although not as noticeable as the traditional braces. While these are more aesthetically pleasing than metal braces, they are more breakable.
Invisible braces are becoming more popular because they are just as the name implies. They are a completely clear molding that is placed over the teeth, gradually straightening them. These are used for individuals with less complicated corrections.
Lingual braces are also available and are invisible but not in the same way. These are metal braces that are placed on the back side of the teeth so that no one sees them. These can be used to correct more severe problems that the invisible style cannot correct.
For those with corrections needed on their teeth, they do have a variety to choose from but they are recommended to pick the one that best suits their needs and not just base their decision on the aesthetic appeal.
