10 best bracket systems

If a person decides to treat the defects of the dentition with the help of a bracket system, the main task of the doctor and patient is to choose a design that will satisfy both of them with its parameters. Often, the aesthetics of the device and the duration of treatment become the main parameter of choice for the patient, and for the dentist the effectiveness of his action. Modern technologies allow you to choose a bracket system, depending on the complexity of the pathology of the dentition, the desired aesthetics and practicality, the financial position of the patient.

Specialists distinguish vestibular and lingual braces, and also divide braces based on the material from which they are made (metal, ceramic, sapphire, composite, plastic, combined). According to the method of attaching the system to the teeth, ligature and self-ligating can be distinguished.

In the article you can read about high-quality bracket systems of various types:

• Top vestibular braces
• Best transparent vestibular braces
• Best Invisible Braces

Top vestibular braces

The most popular in the world are vestibular braces, they effectively cope with any violations of bite and can be made of various materials. At the same time, they are affordable, and modern technologies and models of braces allow you to choose the best vestibular braces, which emphasize the individuality of the image and will not cause psychological and physical discomfort.

Top metal vestibular braces

Reliable, proven by many years of use, devices that can correct occlusion deficiencies in a relatively short time. The main advantages of vestibular bracket systems made of metal include:

• The most affordable prices
• High efficiency of use
• Shorter treatment times, which are provided by reduced friction between the arc and the groove of its attachment to the bracket.

If you can not wear metal braces due to an allergic reaction to metals, the design can be made of hypoallergenic titanium or gold.

The only drawback of metal vestibular braces - low aesthetics.

1 place
Damon's bracket system (Damon Q and Damon 3MX) from Ormko

Rating: 10 out of 10

Damon 3MX and DamonQ self-ligating braces are considered to be the best among the metal ones. The system is named after the doctor who invented these small-sized braces with special arcs, which guarantee rapid movement of teeth and high patient comfort.

Types of Daimon Braces:

• metal braces Damon 2 and Damon 3MX;
• Damon 3 smaller metal braces with plastic base;
• Damon clear is made of ceramoplast (for the upper jaw is made of pure, for the lower one in combination with metal), the strength of such a system exceeds the same characteristic of ceramic braces;
• Damon Q metal braces of small size with a convenient lock.

The advantages of Daimon braces:

• They have low friction, with their use, the movement of the teeth is controlled.
• Special latches have the function of sliding, fixing the arcs is facilitated due to the sloping entrance to the dual grooves.
• The positioners of this group of braces are removable with a diamond base and a vertical line in the center, each positioner has its own color. This ensures the most accurate installation and high efficiency of treatment.

Only lack of - high price (they are the most expensive of all metal braces) - 13-15 thousand rubles per set.

From reviews about braces Damon Ormko:

Catherine 24 years "I am 24 years old and after 1.5 years of wearing a brace system Damon, my smile has become flawless.Of course, it was very difficult at first: the pain, the feeling that the teeth are connected with something and the wounds in the mouth, but gradually almost all discomfort goes away. True pain comes back every time after replacing the arc, but the result is worth it. "

2nd place in the ranking
bracket system Alexander from the company Ormko

Rating: 9.5 out of 10

Self-ligating system, installed without a ligature, resistant to various influences and possessing hypoallergenicity.

Advantages of Alexander braces from Ormko:

• Each bracket is made of high-strength medical steel and protected from corrosion.
• Due to the large distance between the parts of the bracket system, a uniform load distribution is achieved, which ensures the correct and reliable treatment result.
• Affordable price ( the cost set from 9 to 12 thousand rubles).

The disadvantage is un-universal use.

3rd place. Braces Orthos from Ormko

Rating: 9.0 out of 10

Ortos braces are ligature systems, their thickness is significantly reduced, which provides greater patient comfort.

This series includes three models of bracket systems. Made of various materials - nickel-titanium alloy, titanium and steel with gold plating (the last two models are recommended for people with an allergic reaction to nickel-titanium alloy). The whole series of braces is good - it provides an effective closure (occlusion), has a large base and thinner braces for the central group of teeth.

The main advantages of braces Ortos:

• comfort of use provided by the thickness of the braces;
• more exact occlusion excludes an additional bend of arches;
• possibility of mounting on completely impacted teeth;
• affordable cost.

A relative disadvantage is the fact that the system is not manufactured individually.

Price ranges from 9,000 for a nickel-titanium bracket system to 25,000 for gold plated.

Best transparent vestibular braces

Transparent braces are almost invisible to others and do not create moral discomfort for the patient. Aesthetic braces can be made of plastic, ceramics or artificially grown sapphire. Each of these systems has its own advantages and disadvantages.

The best aesthetic braces - ceramic

Rating: 9.5 out of 10

Ceramic braces are considered the best aesthetic braces. They can be ligature and self-ligating, for their fastening material is used chemical curing or photopolymerizable. The color of the ceramic bracket system is chosen as close as possible to the natural shade of the teeth.

Main pros ceramic braces:

• esthetics;
• low degree of discomfort caused;
• reliable fastening, thanks to a special groove on the bracket;
• less injury to the tissues of the oral cavity, since ceramic braces have a smooth surface and are free from sharp corners;
• average cost (from 40 to 74 thousand rubles, depending on the model).

The most popular models are: Reflections, In-ovation, C Clarity S.

TO disadvantages can be attributed to the long duration of treatment due to increased friction between the groove and the arc and more difficult and unpleasant removal of the system at the end of treatment.

From reviews of ceramic braces:

Valentine 21 years “I have been wearing Reflections ceramic braces for a year, during this time they have not changed color, nothing has broken off or broken. The treatment does not cause much discomfort and is quite effective."

2nd place
Sapphire Braces

Rating: 9.0 out of 10

This is the most transparent system of all available on the market, made of pure single-crystal sapphire. In most cases, these braces are recommended for people with light bite pathologies, who care about their appearance. Braces differ:

• ideally smooth groove that allows you to evenly distribute the force of the system;
• aesthetics, which is achieved by almost absolute transparency of such braces. When worn, they are noticeable in the mouth only when exposed to direct sunlight;
• short adaptation period;
• hypoallergenic.

Anatomical contours provide reliable fixation on the teeth (they practically do not peel off during wear and correction) and ease of removal. Sapphire braces are easy to wear, they do not cause diction disorders.

Sapphire braces are the best from an aesthetic point of view, but, like any orthodontic system, they have disadvantages:

• brittleness - sapphire is a very fragile stone, which can crack under increased load on the teeth, impact or performance of dental procedures during the correction;
• expensive (these are the most expensive braces - their the cost ranges from 45 to 80 thousand rubles),
• long treatment time - the sapphire system needs to spend much more time on correcting occlusion defects than on treatment with metal braces;
• the need to whiten dark teeth - if you do not carry out hygienic procedures and do not whiten the dark enamel of the teeth, sapphire braces are noticeable in the mouth;
• Sapphire braces are not suitable for patients with serious bite problems.

3rd place
plastic transparent braces

Rating: 8.5 out of 10

These are the best of inexpensive aesthetic braces (price from 19,000 to 23,000 rubles), they are hypoallergenic and are often used in children and adolescents, since they can be of different colors.

Merits plastic braces:

• aesthetics - with the right selection, plastic braces are hard to notice;
• individuality - thanks to the presence of multi-colored clasps, you can make the process of leveling your teeth fun and enjoyable, while maintaining your individuality;
• low price

Disadvantages:

• low strength;
• possible discoloration due to pigmentation;
• long-term treatment;
• inability to eliminate serious bite pathologies.

Best lingual (invisible) braces

A relatively recently developed system of braces, which is installed on the inner (lingual or lingual) side of the teeth and therefore it is completely invisible to others.

Merits lingual braces:

• High aesthetics
• The absence of injuries on the mucous membrane of the lips and cheeks,
• The safety of tooth enamel,
• Individuality of manufacturing.

Lingual braces have and disadvantages:

• Significant violation of diction,
• Discomfort for the tongue
• Long, complex preparation and installation of the system,
• High price,
• Long period of treatment
• The need for careful adherence to oral hygiene.

Best Invisible Braces - Incognito

Rating: 9.7 out of 10

The best invisible bracket system, giving the opportunity to correct the bite completely unnoticed by others. The most expensive (180-250 thousand rubles, depending on the clinic) and a popular design today. The design is made individually for each patient from an alloy based on gold directly in Germany and delivered to Russia.

TO merits relate:

• quick addictive;
• efficiency, which is ensured by an accurate fit to the teeth;
• individual production;
• no allergic reactions. .

Only flaw - too high a price.

Incognito Braces Reviews:

Olga 34 years old - “For many years I was embarrassed to smile because of too deep a bite. After collecting the necessary amount of money, I decided to use the Incognito lingual bracket system. Throughout the whole treatment, my friends did not notice braces. and the result is simply amazing. These are really the best braces, I am very pleased.

2nd place
braces Forestafent 2d

Rating: 9.5 out of 10

The most flat braces, a small height does not create particular discomfort for the language and facilitates addiction.The design is self-replicating, fairly effective with a fairly attractive price, but little-known in wide application. The cost of such a system ranges from 27 to 30 thousand rubles.

Merits:

• small thickness (up to 1.88 mm) - such braces are the thinnest in the world;
• usability - installation does not require a laboratory stage;
• reduction in the duration of treatment by about 20%;
• affordable price for lingual braces.

Main flaw - The fact that this system of braces is not widely used.

3rd place
the best ligature-free braces - Innovacion

Rating 9.3 out of 10

Lingual non-ligature braces, providing reliable alignment with a minimum of discomfort, they have almost no effect on periodontal tissue, which reduces the risk of inflammatory processes. Can be made of metal or ceramic. In their manufacture takes into account all the anatomical features of each tooth. they are distinguished by reliable fixation, easier adaptation, a short period of treatment. In addition, this braces system requires fewer visits to the dentist and simplified care for the oral cavity. The cost of construction will be from 45 to 50 thousand rubles.

4th place
bracket system STB

Rating: 9.0 out of 10

Self-ligating braces, the use of which is permissible even in children over 11-12 years old. The system has a special arc design. Small size and thickness of metal plates, which facilitates adaptation and increases the effectiveness of treatment. The cost of such a system ranges from 65,000 to 70,000 rubles, depending on the clinic.

What braces are better?

Modern technologies make it possible to correct the pathology of bite at any age, while braces are the only system for treatment. The choice of braces depends from the pathology of bite, desires and financial position the patient. Therefore, the question of which braces are best for you, you should first of all discuss with the orthodontistand make a final decision based on his recommendations. We wish you a dazzling smile!