Braces for adults

 Braces can be worn at any age. Promises of a new smile, a new face, and above all a better quality of life, they allow a wide range of orthodontic corrections ranging from the simplest to the most complex. In adults, orthodontics can help improve the aesthetics of the smile, the prosthetic production, rehabilitate functional occlusion, or ensure the durability of the dental system.

If in the past, braces were synonymous with lisping and a metallic smile, these images have given way to more aesthetic and more comfortable concepts. In fact, recent years have witnessed the evolution of conventional dental braces towards more discreet multi-attachment appliances, but also the appearance of new concepts of adult orthodontic appliances, favoring aesthetics such as the lingual technique And transparent aligners. Here are some examples of adult braces:

Classic braces

Braces for adults

The vestibular multi-bracket concept consists of placing pins on the outer face of the teeth and connecting them to each other by a wire, the dental arch which exerts a slight pressure on the teeth and thus makes it possible to guide their movements. The wire will be attached to the pins by ligatures. Depending on the case, the experienced orthodontic practitioner can also choose to place rubber bands to correct the positioning of the jaws or accelerate the movement of the teeth.

The device will be adjusted regularly by gradually tightening the arches. This will be done during initially planned visits. Adhering to the schedule will be essential for the smooth running of the treatment. Furthermore, due to natural changes in the mouth, the appliance may over time become more mobile and require rebasing which consists of readjusting it to the gums by adding resin under its base without removing it.

The latest trends in braces

More discretion: The cliché of the metallic smile formerly systematically associated with brace wearers is no longer appropriate today with innovations that tend to meet the expectations of a clientele more concerned about their image. Conventional dental appliances are also in tune and want to be more aesthetic, more discreet in their shapes and sizes as well as in their colors.

A patient wishing a more discreet classic appliance can opt either for ceramic bands which will be the same color as the teeth or for transparent resin bands. However, the latter requires more precautions because they tend to yellow over time (avoid coloring foods: coffee, wine, etc.). Likewise, hard foods should be avoided for ceramic pins, which are more fragile than metal ones.

Ceramic brackets are also most often associated with metal pins, which are more rigid and more solid, which will be placed on the non-visible teeth, in particular those at the bottom, so as to be able to tighten the teeth more effectively. You can also opt for a mixed appliance, namely: ceramics on the upper teeth and metal on the lower ones. This alternative will allow you to reduce the additional costs.

More comfort: More discreet but also more comfortable. Nowadays, brooches are smaller and lighter. They are designed to minimize friction and create less discomfort for the patient. This is particularly the case with new concepts such as self-ligating brackets which also make it easier and faster to move teeth. Some brands even offer tailor-made via digital modeling.