Learn about fixed dental braces and the best time to get them placed

Fixed teeth alignment, many people always try to get an attractive and balanced smile and a healthy tooth appearance, so they may resort to specialized dentists to treat problems teeth suffer from. There are many therapeutic and cosmetic methods including alignment, which we will present the most important details about during this article.

Fixed teeth alignment

Dental braces are considered one of the most important therapeutic and cosmetic procedures used in dentistry. It is a device installed on the surface of the teeth, consisting of several parts made of specific materials that work to apply pressure and tension, allowing enough space for the teeth to move back to their original position. It is used to treat many dental problems and has various types of orthodontic treatment, which we will discuss in the following paragraphs.”

At the Dental Care Medical Center, we use modern techniques and innovative methods to achieve the best results in fixing teeth alignment.

How does fixed teeth alignment treatment work

Fixed alignment is one of the types of alignment devices and the most commonly used in dental treatment. It is made by compression and tension technique which helps move the teeth easily to their natural position. This is done by placing metal brackets on the teeth and pressing on them and connecting them with a strong wire that the doctor tightens by a certain amount every session in order to move the teeth, and wrap them with rubber pieces that determine the direction the teeth should move towards.

The purpose of fixed teeth alignment

The purpose of installing fixed alignment is to modify the teeth and treat many other problems the patient’s teeth may suffer from, including:

• If the patient suffers from irregularity or misalignment of teeth and uneven sizes.
• In case the patient suffers from problems in teeth functions like chewing and grinding food.
• Presence of problems in the teeth such as overbite or deep bite.
• Obvious protrusion in the jaws or one more than the other.
• If there are wide gaps between the teeth.
• In case the patient’s teeth are severely crooked or crowded.

Best time for teeth alignment

Many dentists and orthodontic specialists confirmed that alignment can be installed at any time the patient wishes to install it. However, they agreed that the suitable age to start installing alignment starts from 11 years old. This is because the younger the patient’s age, the faster the improvement and results of treatment and alignment appear more significantly. But alignment cannot be installed for younger than that because the patient’s permanent teeth and jaw bones have not completed growing yet.

To learn more information about alignment installation conditions read the following article.

Who is the teeth alignment specialist

At our Dental Care Medical Center, we understand that your smile is the gateway to happiness. Therefore, we work professionally using the latest equipment to provide superior care for your teeth.

The center has provided all the latest medical devices and global techniques to ensure satisfactory and desirable results for patients. This is done by a group of doctors specialized in many different fields in dentistry, whether cosmetic, treatment or surgery.

They have the skill and experience in diagnosis and finding the appropriate treatment for it. You can learn more about the medical center by visiting their website.

Preparing for fixed teeth alignment

When deciding to install fixed teeth alignment, some matters must be done before installing it, including:

• Choosing a specialized doctor, preferably one certified in alignment installation.
• Undergoing some diagnostic examinations on the teeth such as x-rays and taking panoramic images of them before and after installation. CT scans of the jaw bones may also be needed.
• In case the patient needs to extract wisdom teeth or buildup, this must be done before installation.
• Treating any problem the teeth are exposed to before installing fixed alignment such as gingivitis and decay.

Important points in fixed teeth alignment

When installing fixed alignment, there are some important points that should be known, including:

• The patient must adhere to the doctor’s visits set to examine the teeth and alignment.
• The patient will feel some discomfort during alignment installation especially when talking or eating.
• Teeth alignment has some foods that should be avoided such as hard foods and those containing sugar.
• The alignment needs special care when choosing special hygiene products for it.
• If the patient feels any problem in the alignment, the doctor must be visited.

Components of fixed teeth alignment

Teeth alignment is a device consisting of several parts, each with its important role. Below are the most important of those components:

1. Brackets and arches: Small hollow pieces made of specific materials that are installed on the tooth surface and fixed strongly by pressing on them.
2. Rubber pieces: Small pieces made of rubber material. They are used to determine the direction the teeth should move towards.
3. Wires: Considered pieces made of strong materials that are inserted into the brackets and connected together. They are used to pull the teeth every monthly session to move the teeth to their original position.

Get an eye-catching smile without causing any discomfort or hindrance with installing fixed teeth alignment at our Dental Care Medical Center.

Types of fixed teeth alignment

Installing fixed teeth alignment is one of the effective procedures that rely on compression and tension technique to modify the teeth. It has many types, including:

Metal braces

Considered the oldest type of fixed alignments and the most commonly used in dentistry. It is a device consisting of several parts made of rust-resistant stainless steel. It is installed on the tooth surface and compression and tension technique is used in order to give the teeth freedom to move. It treats many severe problems such as crooked and protruding teeth. Despite its low cost, it is not preferred because its appearance is not good.

Ceramic braces

Considered one of the most famous invisible types of fixed alignments. This is because it consists of parts made of ceramic material that blends with the natural tooth color giving a good appearance. It is installed using the same mechanism for installing metal braces. So it is a good alternative for patients who have metal sensitivity. However, it can be easily broken so it needs special care.

Lingual or internal braces

Considered one of the invisible types of fixed alignments. It is made of strong stainless steel material that does not rust easily. It is installed behind the teeth towards the tongue and therefore it is invisible. It is one of the procedures that require skill in installation because it is difficult to place. Although it treats many difficult problems, it takes a long time to treat.

Candidates for fixed teeth alignment

Fixed teeth alignment is installed to modify the teeth and restore the patient’s good appearance and ability to perform their functions. Therefore, the patient must be a good candidate for alignment installation. The patient’s teeth must be permanent and free of any problem. In addition, the jaw bones must be healthy and strong to withstand the pressure exerted on them by the alignment.

Your smile is our priority. Therefore, we provide the most accurate and advanced methods of installing fixed alignment at our specialized Dental Care Medical Center.

Cost of fixed teeth alignment

It is difficult to determine a fixed and stable cost for installing fixed alignment. This is because it is affected by many factors, including:

• Type of alignment device used in installation.
• Technique used in alignment installation.
• Experience and skill of the doctor chosen to install fixed alignment.
• Repairs done by the doctor during treatment period of the alignment.
• Patient’s age who needs alignment installation.
• Diagnostic procedures the patient undergoes to ensure teeth health.

According to these criteria, an approximate cost of fixed teeth alignment can be determined. For example:

1. In case of installing fixed metal alignment, its cost ranges from 20,000 to 30,000 Egyptian pounds.
2. If the choice is to install ceramic braces, their cost ranges from 32,000 to 42,000 Egyptian pounds.
3. In case of installing internal alignment, its cost ranges from 35,000 to 45,000 Egyptian pounds.

Problems of fixed teeth alignment

Despite the many advantages of fixed alignment, it has some disadvantages that may make it undesirable, such as:

• The patient feeling discomfort when eating, especially in the first days.
• Increased tooth sensitivity in the patient, especially feeling pain when drinking cold or hot beverages.
• The patient feels pressure and pain in the teeth and jaw.
• Fixed teeth alignment treatment takes a long time, up to years.
• Some types have an unattractive appearance that patients do not like.
• Its cost is relatively high and may not suit some patients.
• The patient may have allergic reactions if they have sensitivity to metals present in the alignment.
• Appearance of white spots on the tooth surface when the alignment is removed.
• The patient gets infections and swelling in the gums and appearance of ulcers due to friction of alignment parts with them.

How to care for fixed teeth alignment

When installing teeth alignment, care must be taken to maintain it during the installation period. In this section, we have collected a set of instructions recommended by doctors, including:

• Set a daily routine for cleaning the teeth and alignment so that the number of times is not less than three times.
• Use a specialized brush to clean the alignment and another to clean the teeth that has fine and gentle bristles on the gums and can penetrate between the teeth.
• Brushing with toothpastes containing fluoride, which has proven effective in killing bacteria and protecting teeth from decay.
• Using an antiseptic mouthwash that works to get rid of bacteria, prevent its spread and re-emergence.
• Learn how to use dental floss that removes food residue between the teeth.
• Avoid bad habits that may break the alignment such as nail biting and opening things with teeth.
• Refrain from eating hard and rubbery foods such as nuts and gum.
• Stop eating foods high in sugar and carbonated drinks.
• It is better to avoid smoking and chewing tobacco.