Self-locking braces are a superior improvement method of traditional metal braces. The orthodontic technique of self-locking braces helps you overcome the limitations of traditional braces, giving you a more comfortable, pleasant and aesthetic feeling for the braces wearer.
What are self-locking braces?
Self-locking braces are also known as self-ligating braces. It is an orthodontic technique that uses dental instruments including wires and brackets attached directly to the tooth crown to directly impact the tooth, helping the tooth move to the desired position as well as improve the bite.
The highlight of this orthodontic method is the automatic sliding covers, which can be easily opened and closed to firmly hold the archwire and help the archwire slide freely in the groove. install. The function of automatic sliding covers is to replace the elastic bands in traditional braces. Thanks to that, it can reduce the possibility of the wire slipping and limit the friction that causes discomfort for the brace wearer.
There are two types of automatic braces: automatic metal braces and automatic ceramic braces. The difference between these two methods is in structure, the only difference is that ceramic braces are more aesthetically pleasing than metal braces because the ceramic material is similar in color to the tooth color.
Benefits of using self-ligating braces
Self-ligating braces are a smart orthodontic method trusted and chosen by many customers with outstanding advantages like:
- High aesthetics: Whether self-locking braces are made of ceramic or metal, they have more elegant colors than regular braces. Not having many colorful elastic bands on the braces tray will make the braces look unsightly. Therefore, the self-ligating braces method helps you be more confident in daily communication.
- Reduce toothache: By not using fixed elastic bands during the orthodontic process, you will reduce friction on your teeth and limit the pain and discomfort when using self-locking braces.
- Easy oral hygiene: With the automatic braces material being quite smooth, especially not susceptible to food coloring when eating and drinking, oral hygiene is also easier.
- Shorten treatment time: Thanks to the solid orthodontic system, self-locking braces can shorten braces time by 1 – 2 months compared to regular braces. At the same time, it will help you save a lot of examination time because there is no need to re-adjust the braces due to slipping or loosening.
Methods of self-ligating braces
Types of self-ligating braces will be divided according to material, that is braces Self-ligating ceramic braces and self-ligating metal braces However, depending on the structure and function, the two types of self-ligating braces will have many different advantages and limitations when used, such as: aesthetics, tightening force on the teeth, durability of the braces, etc.
Self-ligating ceramic braces
The self-ligating ceramic braces method is an automatic braces method made from pure ceramic material. This method is both convenient and highly aesthetic. However, the size of the braces is quite large, which will make the bracers feel stiff and cumbersome while wearing the braces. style=”text-align: justify;”>This is a method of using braces made from metal material. The cost of performing orthodontic treatment will be less expensive and will help you save costs when orthodontic. At the same time, the orthodontic technique of metal braces is highly appreciated.
Besides, the disadvantage of this method is that metal can cause some people with braces to be allergic. However, when wearing braces, metal braces will make people feel self-conscious during the orthodontic process.
Process of performing braces with automatic braces dynamic
The method of performing automatic braces at My Auris dentistry will be performed in a sequence of steps.steps according to standards of the Ministry of Health. This method is carried out according to the steps below:
Step 1: General dental examination and examination, and check the health problems of the person with braces.
Step 2: Take X-rays to evaluate the quality of the jawbone as well as the condition of the teeth to create a treatment plan. At the same time, the doctor will take tooth impressions to design self-locking braces to suit each person’s tooth condition.
Step 3: Next, the doctor will clean your teeth and thoroughly treat dental diseases (if any). After that, the doctor will proceed to attach braces to the customer’s teeth to begin the teeth straightening process.
Step 4: Regular check-ups at least once a month to monitor and adjust the tightening force on the teeth to suit each stage of tooth movement.
Step 5: Remove the braces after the teeth have moved to the correct position in the bite. After that, you need to wear a retainer to stabilize your teeth.
Step 6: Regularly visit the dentist at least every 6 months to check oral health to control cavities, gingivitis, etc.
However, these are the steps that people with braces need to go through when orthodontic. Before that, you need to take steps such as placing elastic bands, extracting teeth, minivis, etc. Usually, these steps will be prescribed by the doctor to suit the condition of the teeth of the person with braces to help the teeth move to the correct position as desired.
Is self-ligating braces painful?
Whether you use braces or any other orthodontic method, you will experience pain when you have braces. intervention of appliances in the orthodontic process. However, the level of pain in each method will be less or more painful due to technical improvements. At the same time, this also depends on each person’s constitution and the skill of the treating doctor.
In the first days of braces, the first sign you feel most clearly is the feeling of tension on the teeth to show the movement of the teeth, this is a good sign that the braces are starting to work effectively. At the same time, thanks to the design of self-closing braces, it will help you reduce friction on your lips and gums. Special orthodontic techniques aim to minimize irritation and paingroan.
Above all the information about self-locking braces method. If you have any questions about the braces method, please contact us for the most detailed advice!
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