Metal Braces

Metal braces are one of the most commonly used types of braces among the types of braces. Also known as classic orthodontic treatment, metal braces can be placed on the inside or outside of the teeth. Metal braces, which are the most prominent type of braces, are more advantageous than other braces with their durability. Although they are metal, they are preferred because they are less likely to break, although they are noticeable. Since it will not be possible to remove metal braces for approximately 8-30 months during which orthodontic treatment will continue, the person should take this into consideration when deciding to have braces. It is recommended by orthodontists as the method that provides the fastest development compared to porcelain braces.

Who Can Have Metal Braces?

Metal braces are the choice of families and doctors, especially for the treatment of crooked teeth at an early age. Metal braces can be used in every patient whose teeth alignment and jaw structure are suitable.
 

• It can be applied to people with general orthodontic problems
• Crooked or incorrectly positioned teeth
• Unbalanced facial and jaw structures
• Tooth loss and fractures
• Teeth positioned forward
• Impaired chewing and speech functions
• Abnormalities in the upper and lower dental arches
• Jaws positioned forward or backward
• Uncomfortable with their smile
• Habits such as mouth breathing, thumb sucking, and nail biting
• Difficulty closing their mouths
• Jaw locks, and those with sounds coming from their jaw joints
• Missing teeth
• Gum disease and decayed teeth due to crookedness
• Wide gaps between their teeth
• Had early milk teeth extraction

Why Should You Choose Metal Braces? Advantages of Metal Braces Treatment

Although metal braces have been replaced by transparent braces in recent years, they are still preferred as the fastest and most reliable method. Metal braces, designed according to the person's mouth structure, offer excellent results especially when applied at a young age and guide children's jaw development, idealizing their appearance.

Advantages of metal braces:
 

• More economical than other braces.
• It is the treatment method that provides the fastest results.
• It is the most durable and sturdy wire type.
• It is the wire type with the lowest probability of breakage.
• It can be applied to people of all ages.
• It offers the best opportunity to observe the treatment process.
• It is the wire type most recommended by doctors.

Metal Braces Treatment Duration

We have said that metal braces provide faster results than other orthodontic treatments. For this reason, metal braces treatment, which is preferred by patients, is completed between 8 and 24 months. However, the patient's orthodontic disorders, implants or wisdom tooth extraction will also determine the treatment period.