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Dental braces, Many studies have proven that 50% of people suffer from dental deformities, which affects their self-confidence and their inability to adapt to their society. Therefore, some may resort to installing braces as a treatment to correct these deformities. In this article, we will present the most important information about braces.

Dental braces

Dental braces are one type of braces that doctors use to treat dental problems, whether therapeutic or cosmetic. The braces are a device consisting of several parts made of different materials that are installed on the surface of the teeth and fixed and pulled tightly during the treatment stage to move the teeth to their natural position. It takes 12 to 18 months at a minimum for the teeth to move, adjust, and achieve the desired results. In the following paragraphs, we will present the most important questions about braces and answer them.

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Reasons for using metal braces

There are many indications for use that make doctors resort to metal braces, including:

1. It is used to treat problems of tooth crowding or crookedness.
2. In case the patient suffers from wide gaps between the teeth.
3. It works to correct the bite of the teeth, which causes discomfort for the patient when eating.
4. It is used to treat problems that teeth suffer from, such as cleft lip and palate.
5. In case the patient’s teeth have obvious protrusion.

Types of braces used in orthodontics

Orthodontics is one of the most important treatments and has a wide variety of devices, including:

1. Fixed braces: This is one of the most important and well-known types of braces used in dentistry. It is a device consisting of several brackets that are installed on the surface of the teeth and tightened with a wire to move the teeth. There are several types, including ceramic or metal, and it is used to treat many problems such as malocclusion or crooked teeth.
2. Removable metal braces: This is considered one type of braces that is characterized by being easy to install and remove. It consists of movable metal clips and is resorted to for treating simple problems that the patient suffers from. Some doctors use it for children who have a thumb-sucking problem.
3. Functional appliances: One type of braces device used to repair and move teeth to their original position after the braces treatment. It requires special care, and therefore, the patient must follow the doctor’s instructions precisely, whether when installing or cleaning it.
4. Removable appliances: This is one of the devices used before treating the patient’s teeth with fixed braces. It is used to move one tooth or a group of teeth and has the same result as fixed braces.
5. Headgear: This is one of the devices used for children who are in the growth stage. It is a device that is installed around the child’s neck or head and is preferably worn at night. It is used to adjust the movement of teeth and jaw bones during their growth.
6. Orthodontic retainer: This is a device that is installed after completing the installation of braces. It works to fix the teeth in place and prevent them from moving back to their old position again by helping the jaw bones adapt to the new position of the teeth. The retainer has two main types: removable and fixed. To learn more about the difference between clear and metal retainers, read the article here.

Caring for teeth during braces treatment

During the installation of braces, there are several things that the patient must do during the treatment period, including:

• Committing to cleaning the teeth daily and caring for the braces at least after every meal.
• Using various types of toothbrushes, whether manual or electric, to facilitate penetration between the patient’s teeth and the braces device to get rid of impurities.
• Choosing toothpastes containing materials that protect the teeth from cavities and prevent tooth sensitivity, such as fluoride.
• Using mouthwash to get rid of harmful bacteria and prevent their spread.
• Removing food residues from between the teeth and the braces device using dental floss.
• Stopping the consumption of hard, rubbery, and sticky foods that can cause the braces to break.
• Commitment to visiting the doctor at the scheduled appointments or in case of feeling a problem with the braces.
• Avoiding carbonated drinks and those containing caffeine.
• Refraining from consuming foods and drinks containing sugars.

Cases that need braces

Installing braces is one of the most important procedures that have many uses, as doctors use it in the following cases:

1. Cases suffering from sleep apnea.
2. People who have an underbite problem.
3. People suffering from impacted teeth.
4. The presence of wide gaps between the teeth.
5. People who have a misalignment between the upper and lower jaws.
6. Irregular or uneven teeth.
7. The presence of obvious protrusion in the jaws or in one of them.
8. People with malocclusion.
9. Children suffering from speech problems such as stuttering. To learn more about children’s braces, click here.

The specific age for installing braces

To install braces, the patient must meet some conditions for installing braces such as the growth of permanent teeth and the completion of jaw bone growth. Therefore, the suitable age for installing braces can start from 11 to 13 years. However, if the patient does not meet the conditions, another suitable therapeutic method must be used according to the doctor’s opinion.

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Disadvantages of braces

The disadvantages of braces are just some temporary symptoms that may appear for some cases, and the doctor can find a solution for them. In this section, we will present the most important of these disadvantages:

• Feeling pain and pressure on the teeth and jaw bones, especially in the first few days after installation.
• Inability to speak correctly or discomfort when eating.
• Feeling some pricking and pain in the teeth due to their exposure to sensitivity when consuming cold or hot drinks.
• The spread of ulcers and inflammation in the gums and their swelling due to the friction of the braces device.
• In some cases, at the end of the braces treatment and after removal, white spots appear on the surface of the teeth.
• Some allergic reactions may occur in some cases due to the patient’s metal sensitivity.

After braces treatment

After completing the braces treatment and ensuring that the desired results are achieved, the doctor takes measurements of the teeth and mouth to prepare a retainer device, which is the first stage of orthodontic treatment. The retainer is a device that is installed behind the teeth or in a removable form to fix the teeth and prevent them from moving again, in order to maintain the results of the braces. It is installed for at least 6 months. For more information about retainers after braces, click here.

Benefits of braces

Braces have many benefits that make them an important option for treating dental problems, including:

1. It aligns the teeth next to each other and gives them an aesthetically pleasing appearance.
2. It improves the shape of the face and jaws after treating their protrusion.
3. It increases the efficiency of the teeth’s functions such as grinding and chewing food.
4. It restores the patient’s ability to speak correctly, especially for children.
5. It closes the gaps between the teeth.
6. It corrects crooked and crowded teeth.
7. It preserves the health of the teeth, gums, and jaw bones.

Steps for installing braces

In this section, we will present the most important steps for installing dental braces, which are performed by an orthodontist, including:

• Medical diagnosis: This is one of the most important steps that the doctor performs to examine the teeth and scrutinize them to identify the dental problem, develop a treatment plan, and determine the appropriate type of braces.
• Medical procedures and examinations: In this step, the patient undergoes an in-depth diagnosis of the teeth and mouth using X-rays to ensure their health, and panoramic photos are taken to determine the positions of the teeth and bite.
• Tooth treatment and extraction: In this step, the doctor treats any problems the teeth may have, such as cavities or gum inflammation, and extracts any extra or primary teeth.
• Braces installation: During this session, the doctor performs a deep cleaning of the teeth to remove tartar and impurities stuck on the surface of the teeth. The doctor begins by fixing the brackets onto the teeth with a strong adhesive and applying light to ensure they are secure and adjusting the position of each tooth. A wire is inserted between them to control and move the teeth to their correct position.

Braces prices

The prices of braces installation in Egypt in 2023 range from 10,000 to 18,000 Egyptian pounds in a government hospital, and from 32,000 to 40,000 Egyptian pounds in a private center or clinic. These prices are affected by several criteria, including:

• The type of braces device used in the procedure.
• The condition and severity of the teeth.
• The skill of the chosen doctor in diagnosis and braces installation.
• The age of the patient requiring braces installation.
• The diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed by the doctor to ensure the safety of the teeth before installing the braces.
• The repairs performed by the doctor on the braces on a regular basis in case of damage.
• The techniques used in installing the braces.

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