Everyone pictures that geeky kid with a mouth full of metal when
anyone mentions the subject of Braces, some of us may have been that kid here
in Ottawa. However, because of the advances in technology throughout the dental
industry there have been some amazing breakthroughs in the mechanical designs
utilized in making braces work and function better and with less discomfort.
Enter the hidden braces this type of apparatus sits behind or rather on the
inside of the teeth, and works as well if not better than the normal type of
braces.
The difference is, because of the placement no one can see them. Straightening
the teeth has become very popular with adults, because of this technology,
along with other cosmetic procedures such as dental implants, crown and bridgework
and professional teeth whitening services offered through an Ottawa
Orthodontist.
At one time wearing braces here in Ottawa meant having to wear and
deal with the discomfort that came with the periodic adjustments that could
take as long as two to four years, depending on how severe the conditions of
teeth were. Now, such instances are a thing of the past because of the
techniques and designs that support the hidden braces, it can take as few as
eighteen months for a patient’s teeth to reach the desired position for an
improved bite pattern and a greater looking smile.
The Difference
What makes the hidden braces more comfortable is the fact that they
are custom fit to each individual tooth and are adjustable through a wire that
connects the brackets that mount on the teeth. This type of brace avoids the declassification of the teeth and completely negates any injury to the inner
lips that results from wearing standard braces. The material utilized is gold
alloy, which avoids the worry of any allergic reactions.
The benefits of wearing the hidden or lingual braces is that that
are more comfortable, take fewer visits to an Ottawa Orthodontist and no one knows
that you are wearing them except you and your dental professional. In addition,
they have no effect on your speech or ability to eat or clean your teeth. An
additional benefit is that they work for children and adults.
Consult with your Ottawa Orthodontist and Ottawa Dentist today to see know more about Hidden Braces and their benefits.
