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Fixed Braces Take On Modern Technology For Patients In Liverpool

Tuesday, October 9th, 2012

To the uninformed, fixed braces might seem like some antiquated throwback to American high school dramas: Something worn for kitsch, or because they are cheap. They might say things like ‘in a world where you can have clear removable aligners, why would you want fixed braces?’ For the record, these imagined people would be morons (or at least severely uninformed). Fixed braces are still with us because they are one of the most effective and versatile orthodontic treatments available. Removable aligners are also only suitable for certain problems, whereas fixed braces can tackle even the most complicated of bite problems. The removable aligner, therefore, is not the technological advancement of the fixed brace. Damon and In-Ovation R braces, however, are.

What are Damon braces?

Damon braces utilise a unique ‘sliding door’ mechanism which eliminates the need for elastic in your braces. This allows your teeth to move without friction, making both your experience with your braces much more comfortable and the brace itself easier to clean. The absence of elastic also means fewer adjustment appointments! Their special design also improves treatment time: Treatment can be cut by up to 25% with Damon braces. Damon braces are also more discreet as they utilise a ceramic-reinforced bracket system which can be coloured to fit in with your teeth’s natural appearance. They braces will not be invisible, but they won’t be too obvious either.

What are In-Ovation R braces?

Much like Damon braces, In-Ovation R braces are ‘self-litigating’. Both Damon and In-Ovation R braces offer similar advantages to each other, meaning they are both faster and more comfortable than conventional fixed braces.

The benefits of fixed braces

Aside from the advantages mentioned in the opening paragraph, one of the benefits of fixed braces is that they cannot be removed. This may seem a little odd, but allowing you to remove your braces opens up a vista of potential for human error: Removable aligners need to be worn for between 20 – 22 hours a day. Forgetting to put them back on can delay treatment and sometimes undo all of the orthodontic progress you’ve achieved. With fixed braces, you have no such problems.

 

 

 

Damon Braces Impress Patients in Liverpool

Tuesday, August 14th, 2012

Straight teeth are something everyone wants however the length of time it takes can be serious downside. This is however not the case with Damon braces, in most cases they can complete the task of standard fitted braces and shave off anywhere from 4 to 6 months of the total treatment time.

The benefits of Damon braces

Unlike standard fitted braces they are also far more discreet. Damon braces use a ceramic-reinforced bracket system which can be made to blend in with the natural teeth. The wires used are also finer than standard braces. They are not invisible like clear aligners but they are less noticeable and because they are finer they do not impact on the smile as much.

How do they work?

Damon braces use a friction-free, self-litigating technology which means they do not need to use metal or elastic ties. It is these ties that tend to the the cause of most gum irritation. However Damon braces have a slide mechanism on the brackets which is used to provide the tension required to move the teeth, without the excessive pressure caused by metal or elastic ties.

How long is the treatment time?

The average treatment time for standard braces is 12 to 18 months, however with Damon braces this time frame could be cut down to as little as 6 to 10 months. This is of course dependant on the level of treatment required. Unlike standard braces which can create areas where plaque and bacteria can breed, Damon braces so not use metal or elastic ties it makes them much easier to keep clean.

Although they are not as discreet as the clear aligners they are capable of handing issues that clear aligners cannot.  Problems such as overbites, crossbites, underbites, and other more complex issues can easily be tackled with Damon braces.

 

 

 

Patients from Liverpool can achieve a Straighter Smile in No Time with Damon Braces

Monday, June 11th, 2012

If you want to achieve that perfect straight smile then you could consider the benefits of advanced fixed braces at Liverpool Dental Implant and Aesthetic Spa where we use Damon fixed braces to straighten our patients’ teeth in no time! An alternative to the traditional fixed metal brace, Damon braces use the latest technology to help move teeth into their desired direction in less time than other fixed brace equivalents.

How do Damon Braces work?

The system works by gradually moving the teeth over time and is made up of memory titanium wires that are shaped into a specific design. This provides a much more gentle force, which causes the teeth to move quickly and effectively.

What are the benefits of Damon Braces?

The Damon Brace system comes with a number of benefits for the patient, these include:

  • A shorter treatment time, which is usually around six months less than other brace treatments.
  • The Damon Brace also has an improved dental hygiene, as it doesn’t use elastic bands, which are known to cause a build up of plaque and bacteria.
  • They also have a much more discreet appearance, as they have fine wires and brackets that are less obvious than traditional train track braces of the past.

The Damon Brace system is also suitable for teenagers and adults, and can be used to treat a wide range of dental problems such as: twisted teeth, crowded teeth, crooked teeth and any gaps in between the teeth.

The Damon Brace is also one of the least painful orthodontic treatments around, as it uses self-ligating friction free wires and brackets, which adjust themselves as your teeth move.

If you would to know more about Damon Braces please call the practice today. We are based in Liverpool, but provide services for patients throughout the UK.

 

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