Traditional wired braces have become a passe, which is why various new orthodontic treatment approaches have been introduced. Thanks to the invention of clear braces, it is now possible to straighten your smile without showing others that you are undergoing treatment. Clear braces are more like traditional metal braces. The only difference here is that they have clear brackets and clear wires. These brackets are made using ceramic or plastic material.
Clear braces work similarly to traditional braces. Many clear braces systems use a small metal wire that connects the brackets. But we may give you the choice of a white archwire to make the treatment discreet. While attaching these braces, we will manipulate your teeth in a different direction to move them in proper alignment. The entire phase of treatment extends up to 18-24 months, depending upon your severity of misaligned teeth.
We will start with taking a digital X-ray of your mouth to check the severity of your misaligned teeth. We will attach ceramic brackets to each tooth using a high-strength and tooth-friendly bonding adhesive. The role of this adhesive is to keep your brackets in place until otherwise removed. A special blue light will be used to harden this adhesive.
Your braces will be anchored to your back molars using metal bands to fit around your teeth. We will use the same adhesive to bond them. We will also attach metal archwires to each bracket and secure them in the anchors. The ends of the wires will be trimmed to keep them from injuring your soft tissues.
The whole procedure takes 1-2 hours to complete, depending on if your treatment plan demands the application of braces on both the upper and lower teeth. The procedure is painless.
To find out more about the dental services offered at Ustick Dental Office, call (208) 375-8720 or schedule an online consultation. You can also visit Dentist in Boise ID at 9733, W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID 83704.
