Braces attach directly to the teeth and move them through a planned sequence of wires and adjustments. Their biggest practical advantage is that the appliance works without relying on the patient to insert it each day.
Braces attach directly to the teeth and move them through a planned sequence of wires and adjustments. Their biggest practical advantage is that the appliance works without relying on the patient to insert it each day.
This guide is written for Maple Ridge patients as decision support. It cannot determine suitability for treatment without an examination and appropriate records.
Metal braces is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Clear or ceramic brackets is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Complex tooth movements is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Hygiene and food changes is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
These visuals support the everyday parts of fixed orthodontic treatment: cleaning, comfort, food, sports, elastics and the transition to retention.
Not universally. They may be preferred for certain movements or when removable-appliance wear would be unreliable.
Visit intervals vary with the appliance, treatment stage and clinician’s plan.
Yes. Fixed appliances are used for children, teens and adults when appropriate.