Orthodontics is a method to help you have even teeth and a new smile. Up to now, there have been many orthodontic methods created to meet the dental aesthetic needs of many people. Among them, ceramic and metal braces are two orthodontic methods that use similar operating mechanisms and are chosen quite a lot. And many customers are interested in how to choose the right method. Let’s compare with My Auris through the criteria in the following article.
What are the characteristics of ceramic and metal braces?
Metal braces type
Metal braces are a highly effective orthodontic method, overcoming defects in many cases such as overbite, underbite, misalignment, crookedness, spacing,… from mild to severe.
Metal braces use appliances including metal brackets to fix the outside of the teeth, archwires and fixed elastic bands. The impact of the appliance creates force to help straighten teeth into the correct position on the jaw. Currently, metal braces are divided into two main types:
- Traditional metal braces: appliances include brackets, archwires, elastic bands with elasticity to help fix the brackets and archwires stably during the orthodontic process.
- Self-ligating metal braces: do not use elastic bands, only braces have an automatic opening and closing system with an arch wire in the free-sliding bracket groove.
Ceramic braces
Ceramic braces also use the same operating mechanism as metal braces. The biggest difference is that the braces are made from porcelain that is as clear as tooth enamel. Therefore, a lot of air is exposed when wearing braces. Ceramic braces also have two main methods: traditional braces and automatic braces.
What do ceramic and metal braces have in common Which?
Ceramic and metal braces are two orthodontic methods that are used quite a lot today, many customers wonder which method to choose. In general, they all have the following things in common:
- Both methods use similar appliances and what is required is a set of braces.
- Brackets are fixed on the tooth surface to fix defects on the teeth
- The mechanism of action is the same, the force of the appliance helps to straighten the teeth to the desired position. crooked,…
- There are two main methods: traditional braces and automatic braces.
- Requires compliance with follow-up schedule period and instructions from your doctor.
Compare 7 different criteria of braces Porcelain and metal teeth
Through some similarities, it is still very difficult for people to choose the appropriate method. Therefore, to choose which method is more advantageous and suitable, you should learn about the different criteria of each method as follows:
Ceramic and metal braces. different types of materials
Material is the important criterion that makes the difference between ceramic and metal braces.
- Ceramic braces are made from pure ceramic, clear color, does not irritate the oral cavity.
- Metal braces are made from stainless metal, safe for health.
In general, the material Porcelain or metal are both researched to be safe, benign and suitable for use in dentistry. However, some people with sensitive constitutions may not be suitable for metal, so porcelain should be considered. Aesthetics is the following important criterion. The material that many people are interested in in orthodontics. In particular, this criterion also creates the difference between ceramic and metal braces.
- Ceramic braces have the same color as real tooth enamel, so it is very difficult to distinguish when wearing braces Fear of exposing braces in daily communication, eating and drinkingy.
- Metal braces have more aesthetic limitations because metal braces are often visible on the teeth. This makes many people feel shy and less confident in communicating, laughing, talking, and eating.
In terms of aesthetics, ceramic braces are superior, especially for customers who require aesthetics when wearing braces or those who often do communication work and need appearance: flight attendants airlines, singers, actors,…
The feeling of wearing ceramic and metal braces
The feeling of wearing braces is an issue that many customers are concerned about before performing orthodontics and wearing braces. However, each method will bring a different feeling because of different brace characteristics.
- Ceramic braces are often designed to be quite large, so they often cause discomfort in the oral cavity. However, the surface as well as the edges are delicately and smoothly designed to limit rubbing, scratching and soft tissue damage.
- Metal braces have a compact design so they limit the tension. But metal braces chave a rather angled frame that can easily hurt, scratch the oral cavity or cause discomfort to the wearer.
Mastication ability
Normally, when fixing brackets and wires on teeth, people will find it difficult to chew. And chewing activities must also be careful to avoid causing bad problems that affect the braces.
- Ceramic braces help you eat and chew more easily, minimizing food adhesion to the braces. However, braces are not durable and break easily, so you need to limit foods that are too hard.
- Metal braces limit the chewing process and easily get food stuck in the braces. Therefore, you should not eat foods that are too sticky or too chewy because when they stick to the braces, they are difficult to clean.
In general, when wearing fixed orthodontic braces with brackets, people should pay attention to what they eat and drink because if the brackets break, come loose, or slip off, it will affect the results and duration of the braces.
Effective orthodontics
In comparing ceramic and metal braces, the correction effect cannot be ignorednha:
- Ceramic braces also create an even and stable force for orthodontic pulling, but the force will be weaker than metal braces. Because using too much force will break the braces. Therefore, the braces effect is still good but the treatment time will be longer.
- Metal braces create strong, even, and stable force, so they will bring high efficiency.
Therefore, if you do not have too many aesthetic requirements but want quick and effective treatment for severe conditions, you should choose metal braces.
What is the treatment time for ceramic and metal braces?
The issue of time is also of concern to many people. Because everyone wants to quickly have straight and beautiful teeth. However, the characteristics of the methods are different, so the time for braces is also different:
- Normally, the time for ceramic braces will last from 1.5 years – 3 years (depending on the tooth condition).
- Metal braces will last about 1 -3 years. However, there are some cases that last only 1-6 months.
The cost of implementation between ceramic and metal braces
Cost is also one of the criteria that shows the big difference between the two orthodontic methods:
- Orthodontics with ceramic braces costs more than metal braces. Normally, it ranges from 35,000,000 – 55,000,000 VND for 1 orthodontic case depending on the level of misalignment.
- Orthodontics with metal braces has a fairly reasonable cost with fluctuations between 20,000,000 – 40,000,000 VND for 1 orthodontic case depending on the level.
Through the sharing that My Auris mentioned in the article, people must understand better about the two orthodontic methods ceramic and metal braces. From there, consider the suitability, economic needs, and preferences to choose the most suitable method. Wishing everyone successful orthodontic treatment.
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