Metal brackets and wires are the most commonly worn braces. These are made of special type of high grade stainless steel and with advancement of technology have progressed to become lighter and more comfortable than ever before.
They are attached to the teeth using light cure composite resin and are linked together by archwire using metallic or tiny elastic modules keep the archwire in place. These elastic modules/ties are available in various color options that can be customised to patients liking.
Advantages of Metal Braces
- Affordability: Traditional metal braces remain the most affordable and durable option for fixed Orthodontic Treatment.
- Durablility: Metal braces are stronger compared to ceramic brackets, Ceramic brackets can be brittle and can break if not maintained well, so they may require replacements during the treatment process.
- Versatility Metal braces can tackle the most and severe cases of misaligned, crooked, spaced out and crowded teeth.
- Variety : In teenagers the fun of having braces is choosing different-colored elastics at each appointment. Celebrate your school spirit, choose different colors on different occasions or select any number of fun colors that shows your style.
- Speed. Due to low friction metal brackets are typically faster than other brace options.
Disadvantages of Metal Braces
- High Visibility: disadvantage of traditional braces is their high visibility and 'metal mouth' appearance