What are the colored bands on the braces? What are they needed for?

Ligature braces

Teeth misalignment is no longer a problem! After all, modern dentistry has a great way to correct the bite. It is. installation of braces. There are different types of braces. But the most popular are ligature braces, or braces with elastic bands. What is the function of elastic bands on braces? Fixation, increased comfort, or perhaps aesthetics? Bilobrov Clinic orthodontist will tell you about it right now!

What are braces with elastic bands?

Ligature braces, or braces with elastic bands, have a special element – ligature. This is a metal wire or rubber rings that are attached to the groove of each bracket and fix the metal arch. The arch, in turn, corrects and exerts pressure on the dentition. The ligature rods help to keep the entire bracket system stationary, which changes your bite and gradually aligns the dentition.

Modern orthodontists use two types of ligatures:

1. Metal ligature — a special wire that firmly connects the arch to the teeth. The design is very rigid and is recommended at the initial stages of bite correction. Such ligatures are rarely replaced.
2. Elastic ligature – rubber elastic rings for braces, which need to be changed for braces correction every time the arch is tightened by the orthodontist (once every 4 weeks of wearing on average).

The choice of the type of ligatures to be installed is made by the orthodontist, taking into account the clinical picture.

What are the advantages of orthodontic elastic bands on braces?

The main features of elastic rods are:

• Fixing arcs. Elastic bands are used to fix the braces on the teeth. They help to keep the arches in place, which contributes to the effective movement of the teeth in the right direction to achieve the desired result of orthodontic treatment.
• Correction of the position of the teeth. Thanks to elastic bands, the bracket system exerts the necessary pressure on the teeth, which allows correcting the incorrect position of the teeth and aligning them.
• Minimizing discomfort. Elastic bands are usually soft and flexible, which helps to reduce patient discomfort compared to other types of braces fixation materials.

Are there really colored braces for braces?

Yes, of course! The patient can choose the color of the elastic ligatures and make their braces brighter or choose a color for a particular holiday. The shade of the elastic bands does not affect the functionality and is a purely aesthetic component. So purple, blue, red – choose the colors you like.

Contrary to the stereotype, not only teenagers but also adults like to put colored rubber bands on braces. After all, this is a great opportunity to add brightness to your style. Such rubber bands allow patients to choose from a wide range of colors and create a unique design for their braces. This helps to make braces less noticeable or, on the contrary, to highlight them and make them brighter and more stylish.

If you want to choose colored elastic braces, it is possible at Bilobrov Clinic dentistry. The shade of orthodontic brackets can be any you want. We are waiting for your consultation!

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