Orthodontic Appliances
So what's an orthodontic appliance
An appliance is classified as anything that we use to move your teeth or to change the shape of your jaw. Here we have listed our most common appliances. In most cases, you will be required to attend check-ups every 4-6 weeks to have these checked and adjusted.
Fixed appliances
If teeth need to be guided more accurately, then a fixed appliance is used. These have brackets and bands temporarily bonded to the teeth. A flexible wire joins all the brackets and allows the teeth to be moved. It is not possible for you to take the appliance out and so it is called a fixed appliance.
Braces
Today, braces are much smaller than their bulkier predecessors. The brackets and wires that are used in braces today are much finer than they used to be, and they're made of a strong space-age material that straightens your teeth faster and easier. The brackets can be made from ceramic, therefore they are tooth coloured, and the rubber bands that go along with braces come in a variety of colours now too.
Lingual invisible braces
These braces are fitted behind the teeth on the (lingual) tongue side so they appear to be totally invisible, they can be used to straighten teeth and correct the bite. It does take a little bit of time for the tongue to adjust to this addition but usually after a week or two you will have adapted. These are especially popular with adults, due to their 'hidden' advantages.
