Self-ligating metal braces are an improved method of traditional braces. With improved braces design, it not only brings higher efficiency and more even impact force, but also eliminates the use of elastic bands – a factor that causes a lot of impact in traditional braces. To understand more about the self-ligating metal braces method, follow the following article with My Auris dentistry.
What are self-ligating metal braces?
Traditional braces are an early orthodontic method. The method uses fixed brackets on teeth connected by wires and fixed with elastics. Although the elastic band has high elasticity, helping to apply orthodontic traction, its lifespan is not high. Because after a period of use, these elastic bands will stretch and if not replaced promptly, it will affect the pulling force on the teeth.
At the same time, the elastic bands are also very easy to unwind and pop, reducing the friction of the arch wire in the bracket groove, making the braces easily come off and slip off the teeth. Besides, every time the elastic band comes off or breaks, the soft tissue in the oral cavity is also affected, causing pain for the person wearing braces.
Therefore, self-ligating metal braces is the method created to overcome this drawback. Instead of using elastic, the improved method designs brackets with automatic opening and closing latches to help fix the wire in the bracket groove. The archwires can slide freely in the bracket groove, helping to apply force more evenly and stably. In particular, friction force is minimized, which will reduce pain when getting braces. In addition, the arch wire rarely slips, so it also limits the number of dental visits.
Advantages and disadvantages of self-closing metal braces
Even though it is improved over the method The old method brings many outstanding advantages but still has some disadvantages. Therefore, before implementing, everyone should consult carefully to consider the suitability of the method for their condition.
Advantages of self-closing metal braces
High orthodontic effectiveness >
Thanks to the even and stable impact force, the method brings high orthodontic efficiency. Along with the automatic sliding cover system that helps keep the bowstring steady, making it easy for the doctor to performnow controls the force acting on the teeth.
At the same time, it prevents the elastic band from breaking and slipping so the braces process continues continuously without being affected.
Performs most orthodontic cases
The method is highly effective for mild to complex cases of misalignment, protrusion, underbite, buckling, spacing, and crookedness.
Shorten the time to wear braces
Because the sliding covers automatically create a stable tightening force and reduce friction, the braces process is shortened. Normally,self-ligating metal braces shorten the time of traditional braces, which can last from 18 – 24 months.
Minimize the situation of wire slipping
Because there is no need to use elastic bands in the braces technique, there will be no problem of elastic bands slipping or brackets falling off during the braces process.
Easier to clean
Braces are designed with smooth rounded corners, which limits rubbing that causes inflammation and scratches to soft tissue. In addition, eating and drinking is also comfortable, hassle-free and cleaning becomes easier.
Reduces the friction force of the arch wire
The friction force of the arch wire in the bracket groove as well as the force of moving traction teeth should help people with braces reduce pain and discomfort during the period of wearing braces.
No need for repeated dental check-ups
The force is uniform and limits the brackets from slipping, so there is no need to go to the clinic as often as with traditional methods.
Disadvantages of self-closing metal braces
Besides many outstanding advantages, the method still has some Disadvantages to consider:
- Higher cost than traditional braces
- Lack of aesthetics: even though the elastic bands are removed, the brackets are still clearly visible on the tooth surface when eating, drinking, and communicating.
Cost of self-ligating metal braces
The cost of metal braces will be different for each dentist and practitioner. Because the cost of braces depends on many factors:
- Dental health and condition
- Aberration level
- Dental facilities
- Other costs: tooth extraction, jaw expansion, retainer,…
Therefore, to know the exact price of self-ligating metal braces services, you should go directly to the dentist for reference.
Normally, the cost of self-ligating metal braces ranges from 30,000,000 – 50,000,000 VND/treatment.
Do self-ligating metal braces require tooth extraction? no?
Tooth extraction in orthodontics is not required but this is usually a doctor’s prescription for each appropriate condition. Therefore, do not worry too much because when examining the condition and considering the condition of the teeth, the doctor will advise whether the tooth should be extracted or not.
The following are some cases where tooth extraction is often indicated when using braces:
- If teeth are severely misaligned or have extra teeth, tooth extraction will help create space for the remaining teeth in the jaw to easily move to the correct position.
- The upper teeth protrude too much compared to the lower jaw. In this case, the doctor prescribes tooth extraction and then uses an appliance to spread the upper teeth evenly, improving the overbite more effectively.
- Teeth grow too thick, too big, too crowded, the tooth arch is wider than the jaw bone.
- Wisdom teeth (tooth number 8) grow crookedly, grow obliquely, grow underground, and grow into tooth number 7, causing pain and affecting oral health.
Through information about self-ligating metal braces close, everyone must have a better understanding of the method. To see how suitable it is, go directly to the dentist to examine, check and listen to the doctor’s advice. Please contact My Auris dentistry immediately to understand more about the method and schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Mr. Thy
