Why choose braces as an adult?
The main reason why adults opt for orthodontic therapy is usually the desire to improve dental health and correct an incorrect bite. Increased tooth wear, strain on the masticatory muscles and jaw joint, enamel damage and prevention of periodontal problems are the most common reasons.
The aesthetic motivation for straightening teeth should not be ignored either. Straight teeth are beautiful teeth, and the eyes and mouth attract the most attention in communication. Orthodontic anomalies that are neglected can later lead to a number of other health risks. Over the years, we also adopt harmful habits that adversely affect our teeth.
An improper bite often leads to excessive wear of the teeth, which over time causes them to decay prematurely. It is in adulthood that the consequences of excessive wear of the teeth become visible. The shape and color of the teeth change, the enamel is damaged, and inflammation or caries can occur, and even teeth can break.
In addition to aesthetic defects and excessive tooth wear, an irregular bite can impair the pronunciation of certain sounds (e.g. f, s, z, pir), develop problems with chewing and swallowing, and with the temporomandibular joint. Sometimes orthodontics is also used to prepare teeth for crowns and bridges, and especially veneers. Preparing teeth for veneers or crowns can be minimally invasive, but also gentle on tooth tissue.
Orthodontic therapy in adulthood can significantly improve your oral health and the appearance of your teeth .
Many patients did not have the opportunity or ability to wear braces as children, so they now decide to correct long-standing orthodontic irregularities. As more and more adults use orthodontic appliances, straightening teeth at any age has become a normal practice in modern society.
Improving the appearance of your teeth can have a significant impact on your self-confidence, which is why many adults choose to improve their smile. Orthodontic treatments can improve the function of your teeth, making it easier to chew and speak. Also, straight teeth are easier to clean, which reduces the risk of cavities, gum disease, and other dental problems.
What do fixed orthodontic appliances look like?
Fixed dental braces consist of brackets and orthodontic arches that connect the brackets into one system, as well as additional elements such as elastics, springs, and the like.
Braces are most often attached to the outer surface of the teeth, and the most important component of the braces are their slots, through which a wire called an archwire passes. By tightening the archwires, the orthodontist acts on the braces and on the movement of the teeth. Fixed braces allow for controlled and very fine tooth movements, and are therefore considered the main therapeutic tool in orthodontics.
It is important to know that braces are just an aid with which the orthodontist moves the teeth; only with professional therapy will fixed braces achieve the desired result: a healthy and beautiful smile.
The effectiveness and results of orthodontic therapy do not depend on the type of braces but on the orthodontic specialist.
Types of brackets for fixed braces
The aesthetics of fixed braces depend mostly on the material and size of the brackets. This is primarily about the material from which the brackets are made.
