Sapphire braces
Are you ready to take a step towards a healthy and beautiful smile, but worried about your appearance during orthodontic treatment? Aesthetic braces will be your salvation. With them, you will be transformed, and few people will know what the secret of the change is.
The most popular aesthetic braces are sapphire and ceramic braces. What are the differences between them, whether sapphire braces are made of real sapphire and why they are called transparent - let us tell you more about them.
Unrivaled elegance
Sapphire braces are indeed made of sapphires. True, not from precious stones, but from specially grown crystals. But this fact does not make them any less attractive. They look like jewelry and add elegance to the smile throughout the treatment period.
What is the difference between sapphire braces and ceramic braces? Is there a difference?
- Sapphire braces are made of completely transparent crystals.
Therefore, they are virtually invisible and the result of teeth alignment for many people
may remain a mystery to many people. The structures literally dissolve against the background of the tooth row. - Ceramic braces are made of matte medical ceramics. They have a natural color and look like a natural extension of the tooth. Bracket systems look neat on the teeth and do not attract a lot of attention.
The effectiveness of both systems is about the same. The main difference is the color and transparency. Ceramic is translucent and has a yellowish tint, so it is suitable only for those whose teeth have the same tone. Sapphire braces are an order of magnitude higher in terms of aesthetics due to their transparent structure. This means they literally adjust to the color of your teeth.
Sapphire and ceramic braces are a stylish solution. Just as you choose a beautiful frame for your glasses, you choose sleek systems for your treatment. However, you need to remember that the main functions of orthodontic structures are to align your teeth and correct your bite. Health comes first.
Pros and cons of sapphire braces
- Aesthetics. They have no color, so they are suitable for almost everyone.
- Durability. Braces withstand even serious loads.
- Biocompatibility. Sapphire systems do not cause allergies.
- Stability. Braces made of sapphire do not absorb dyes and do not fade.
- Comfort. Miniature locks have a rounded shape and do not traumatize soft tissues.
To the features of sapphire braces can be attributed their ability to sparkle spectacularly in the rays of the bright sun. Because of their transparency, they shimmer when light hits them, which looks very unusual. Is this a plus or a minus for you?
Sapphire braces only come in ligature braces. They have a classic structure with ligatures - wires or rubber bands to secure the arch. This is a classic, proven over the years. Due to their structure and special strength, sapphire systems correct even difficult irregularities.
How is the installation of a sapphire bracket system?
Stages:
- Diagnosis. The doctor conducts an examination and studies the peculiarities of the structure of the dentoalveolar system, after which he draws up a competent treatment plan.
- Sanation of the oral cavity. A general dentist treats tooth decay and its complications, and a periodontist treats gum inflammation.
- Fixation of braces. The orthodontist glues a lock to each tooth in a certain position, and then fixes the arch to them and secures them with ligatures.
- Follow-up visits. Approximately once a month, you should visit your primary care physician to adjust the sapphire braces and replace the arch.
- Braces removal. The orthodontist carefully removes the elements of the bracket system, and then prescribes retainers, which help to consolidate the result of treatment.
Unrivaled elegance
The orthodontist can only tell you the exact cost of treatment after a thorough examination and planning.
and planning. The final price depends on the brand of the sapphire braces manufacturer, the segment,
in which the clinic operates, as well as related services during the preparation period (diagnosis, installation), during treatment (correction, preventive examinations, maintenance of photographic protocol)
and after the main stage of treatment (fabrication of retainers).
