Metal and ceramic braces are comparable to each other, however, the brackets and wires used in ceramic braces are transparent or tooth-colored as compared to gray or metallic silver.

Many people choose ceramic braces because they are less noticeable on the teeth than metal braces. Both types of braces take the same amount of time to correct the teeth issues. The only difference between these two appliances is one is made of metal and the other is made of ceramic.

These ceramic braces can be a significant advantage if you are thinking about getting braces and don’t want to feel self-conscious about them.

The small metal squares attached to the teeth while putting metal braces are called orthodontic brackets. The brackets are obligated to control teeth movement. The metal fittings should not be removed until the teeth-straightening procedure is finished since the archwire of a brace passes through them. You would be aware of this if you already wore metal braces.

On rare occasions, some brace wearers swallow the metal brackets accidentally. Even though it is uncommon, it occurs. We have seen some patients who were frightened severely after gulping the orthodontic brackets mistakenly.

Fortunately, it is not bothersome as many people think. Our dentists have written this blog post to reveal what will happen once the metal square falls into our stomachs.

Many youngsters have requested us to provide braces for top teeth alone. Likely, some patients asked to get braces on their bottom teeth only. It raises the question “Can I get braces for my top or bottom teeth only?” You might also think about this. Right?

Getting dental braces on either of the dentition is called single-arch orthodontic treatment (or) one-arch orthodontic treatment. It is possible to get braces for just one arch is possible under particular circumstances (minor imperfections) for some people alone.

Even if the teeth are misaligned in one arch but not the other, patients should wear braces for both. Keep reading to know the reasons.

Nowadays, many people are interested in getting DIY braces, teeth-straightening at-home kits. They forget that closing gaps between teeth, revamping the dentition are the domains of orthodontists and should be performed with dental supervision. We have witnessed eliminating such dental supervision in teeth straightening activities made many cases gone wrong.

For instance, many self-treated teeth-straightening cases end up in damaging effects like loose teeth, broken teeth, etc.

Orthodontic patients undergo various hardships to streamline their crooked teeth and beautify their smiles. Despite the braces treatments enhance your smile aesthetics, your teeth are not bright when the treatment ends. Don’t think that wearing braces will discolor your pearly white teeth. The teeth would get stains around the regions where the brackets and wires had been. Luckily, you have various dental bleaching solutions to get rid of those discolorations.

If you are thinking to straighten your teeth, then orthodontic braces will be a good option. Some peoples think braces give a weird look mostly adults because children don’t bother about their looks. You don’t have to worry about it, because there are many different types of braces available. You can choose that fits you the best according to your face. Here are some types of braces for adults.

Braces have been used by teenagers and adults alike for a number of decades and is very familiar to the public imagination. But in this article, let us talk about its lesser known counterpart, mini braces and what it means to the average populace looking to wear it for the first time, and address its pros and cons.