Metal Braces จัดฟันโลหะ 

What is Metal Braces 

Metal braces can be called by many names such as metal braces, steel braces, rubber band braces or colored rubber braces, etc. are braces by attaching traditional braces that consist of Metal bracket  , stainless steel wire or titanium arch wire and colored rubber (O-ring) on ​​the front teeth surface (Enamel Surface) and insert the wire. Through the grooves of the racket (Slot) these tools. To move teeth and align them beautifully. It is considered the most popular orthodontic treatment from teenagers to adults.

Because of metal braces, in addition to helping to solve the problem of disorganized teeth alignment It also helps to adjust the face shape to look slender. Metal braces are also fashionable. There are many colors to choose from according to the preferences of orthodontic addicts. So you will see teenagers, celebrities, singers, actors, and people in general, adults like to do it. In addition, metal tools is still evolving Both the appearance size is smaller, compact, no sharp scratches on the cheeks. The wire has also evolved from stainless steel to a high quality wire called NiTi, which allows the treatment to be more efficient, faster, more beautiful.

Although there are currently other forms of instruments such as invisalign, Damon bracket, and ceramic, although these instruments were developed to eliminate the weaknesses of the instrument metal model. But metal tools are still popular because the price is cheaper. And the efficiency of orthodontics is still better than the new type in moving teeth in some positions. In the Thai society still see Metal braces are fashionable, not ugly, or not beautiful in any way.

Why metal braces ?

Current orthodontic tools very diverse known since Ceramic Bracket, Damon Bracket, Invisalign, but no aligners are perfect for everyone,  more or less. But in the opinion of the author. What is the best orthodontic tool? Suitable for all types of occlusal abnormalities is a “metal tool” that can correct almost all forms of occlusion disorders. There is only one disadvantage of metal braces, namely beauty during orthodontic treatment. Because braces can be seen clearly while braces. Other matters, where other tools (Damon, Invisline) try to point out the disadvantages of metal braces, for example:

• There is a lot of friction.  In which case, if the orthodontist understands the theory of friction, then friction can be avoided or prevented. In fact, ceramic tools It is also a hand tool with higher friction than metal type.
• It takes a long time to straighten your teeth.  Metal braces take longer than other types of braces. Which is not true because it depends on the skill understanding of orthodontics of different orthodontists. If treatment is well planned and treated properly according to academic principles, it will be able to cure time of metal braces will be faster and more beautiful than braces with other types of tools as well.
• Pain during orthodontics.  Pain during orthodontics is caused by the root of the tooth being pressed against the nerves and blood vessels in the area between the bone covering the tooth root and the tooth root, known as the Periodontal Ligament, which serves to bring food to the tooth. Therefore, orthodontics must have pain every time, but different, more or less. It depends on the force (Pressure) that the orthodontist put in. Therefore, it can be seen that Pain or toothache does not depend on the type of tool. But depending on the design, the force that will act on the tooth is more. Which the designer of the force is the orthodontist that is the variable that will cause more pain.
• Not beautiful because I can see tools. Of course, metal braces will see the tool. But with the fact that it sees the tools and has a choice of rubber colors. So it becomes an advantage for some people who want to see the color of rubber as a fashion, so for this advantage, I’m not sure if it’s an advantage or disadvantage.
• Metal tools are easy to fall off.  With technology developed in materials. Dentistry, especially the adhesive used to attach brackets to the teeth. It has a very high holding force, very difficult to come off without a really strong bite, such as ice, chicken bone, so any braces can come off the same way. If the patient does not help maintain the tools during orthodontic treatment.

Principles of metal braces How do teeth move?

Metal braces, the dentist will attach the bracket to the tooth surface using a special adhesive that holds it very tightly. A wire (Main arch wire) is inserted into the slot of the bracket and secured with an O-Ring or ligature wire, which at this point the force from the wire will be able to transmit the force to the teeth. The teeth will move according to the force generated by the wire or may be subjected to the force of the rubber or spring acting on the teeth to pull the teeth in the desired position.

After 1-2 hours after orthodontic treatment, may make patients feel uncomfortable with toothache from pulling teeth. You can take painkillers such as Paracetamol to relieve pain. But in general, the pain will go away on its own within 1 week, or it may cause oral irritation because you are not used to it. It has some effect on speaking and eating.

After 3-4 weeks, various strengths have been put in. Whether it is the force from the wire or from the rubber pull, it will be exhausted. Therefore, the patient has to change the wire, rubber or other related equipment. To stimulate the teeth to move in the direction according to the treatment plan that we want The treatment will continue like this until 2-3 years will be completed orthodontics. Remove the engine and put the retainer next.

Components of metal braces

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1) The main components of braces

• Brackets are small pieces of metal. There is a wing-like part (Bracket Wing) on ​​the top and bottom for the rubber (O-ring) with grooves (Slot) for the wire (archwire) made of Stainless Steel. The bracket is attach to the outer surface of the teeth  with special glue The bracket is responsible for transferring the force from the wire to the teeth in each tooth.
• Arch wires  Connect the brackets on each tooth. The wire  make of Nickel and Titanium or stainless steel material. The wire is the source of force for moving the teeth. These forces  design by orthodontists to make the teeth move in the desired position. Wire comes in many sizes and shapes. Depending on the type of tooth movement, it will  change according to the treatment plan.
• Ligatures wire. Wire in the slot of bracket. The force from the wire  transmit through the bracket to the bracket. To move the teeth to the proper position, there are many types of wire fasteners, such as rubber, wire, but the most commonly use is colore orthodontic rubber that we commonly see.

2)Other auxiliary components of braces

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To help orthodontic treatment according to the desired treatment plan. Sometimes, additional tools are required, such as rubber bands, rubber chains, power chains, closed coil springs, or open coil springs, orthodontic pins (TADs), large springs (FORSUS), etc. This depends on the needs of each person. Because each person has different disorders.

Pros and cons of metal braces.

ข้อดี ข้อเสีย ของเครื่องมือจัดฟันโลหะ

Strenght

• Colorful fashion  Fun during orthodontics With it’s eye-catching look obviously, both steel and rubber. You can choose the color of the rubber you like to brighten up your braces every month when you change tools. Therefore, it is favor by some (most) orthodontists.
• Have good performance  Can be used to move teeth in a variety of ways from the slightly abnormal occlusal until the most complicated disorder.
• Robust  Metal tools are the strongest, they do not break easily. Ceramic and plastic tools, such as tooth-colored tools will be less durable often break and damage causing the need to change during treatment. 
• Inexpensive Metal tools It is considered the cheapest orthodontic tool compared to other tools.

Weakness

See too clearly some patients or certain occupations do not like. At the sight of braces in the mouth may not look right or embarrassed due to old age, which clear tools (Invisalign) will be more appropriate.
The tool is firmly attach. Not removable, difficult to brush teeth, risk of plaque and tooth decay. Be careful when chewing solid food. as this may cause the tool to come off. Which, on the other hand, is a plus. Traction is more consistent than removable braces. Therefore, the efficiency of tooth extraction is better.

Difficult to clean. Metal braces cannot  remove, so cleaning during orthodontics. Brushing your teeth will also be more difficult which can cause tooth decay or in adults It’s at risk of gum disease. Which is a major obstacle for elderly orthodontic patients. However no matter what kind of orthodontics, teeth can decay (without braces, teeth can decay), so it probably depends on your oral health care habits. It does not depend on the type of braces.