Here at Heaton Mersey, your local Stockport orthodontist, we offer several types of braces to help our patients make the right choice in their straight-smile journey. We’re focusing on Damon’s clear brace and clear aligners in this month’s blog post, so read on to find out how they stack up against each other and let […]
Here at Heaton Mersey, your local Stockport orthodontist, we offer several types of braces to help our patients make the right choice in their straight-smile journey. We’re focusing on Damon’s clear brace and clear aligners in this month’s blog post, so read on to find out how they stack up against each other and let us know if you have any questions!
1) I want an invisible brace
Both Damon braces and clear aligners are virtually invisible to onlookers. The aligners are crafted from a clear acrylic plastic, which is barely noticeable to others, while Damon braces are metal, but can come with clear brackets, making them much more discreet. null
2) I want to remove my braces
Clear braces in Stockport are the best option in this situation because the technology uses a series of aligners–like trays for teeth–to straighten your smile, instead of fixed braces. These can be clicked out for eating and dental hygiene. Damon braces, on the other hand, are secured to teeth and can only be removed by your dentist. Having said this, they’re a much more comfortable choice than many other fixed brace designs, owing to their self-litigating wires.
3) I want comfortable braces
Comfort is, in our opinion, subjective–so it’s not always easy to tell what may be painful in someone else. Despite this, clear aligners have earned a reputation in the industry for being a more comfortable alternative to fixed braces, possibly because they’re custom-made for your teeth. However, Damon braces use a clever sliding device to hold the wire in place, while helping your teeth move freely. This can ease feelings of friction and pressure during treatment.
4) I want fast treatment
Again, treatment time is something that varies from person to person. However, clear braces use Smart track technology which can double the speed of teeth-straightening. This is because the technology accurately predicts how the treatment will straighten your smile when you’ll need your next aligners, and how much each set needs to move the teeth. As a rule, we say clear aligners tend to be more predictable as a treatment.
5) I want lasting results
All of our brace options – including Damon braces and clear braces – can give lasting results for your smile. As long as you follow your orthodontist’s advice, care for your smile properly, attend regular check-ups and wear your retainers as directed, you can enjoy a wonderful smile for years to come.
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