Ceramic Braces - A Discreet Way for Professionals to Correct Their Smile
Your presentation of yourself to your customers, and your smile is an important part of that. Having a smile portrays that you have self-confidence, and trust from your customers. If you do not want to be embarrassed about having an improper bite, then you should consider correcting this.
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There are other orthodontic solutions than wearing traditional metal braces for those with busy days running a business, and in Sydney, one of the most popular types of braces are Ceramic Braces.
The Business of Appearance: Why Orthodontics Matters
Having a great first impression in business is one of the best ways to achieve success, and the first step to achieving that is with a bright, confident smile. The use of metal braces for adults has been an inconvenience that has plagued adults for many years, especially in sales and distribution, where clients expect to see straight, functioning teeth. For this reason, invisible braces or aligners are the best option for those who wish to have their orthodontist treat the crooked, crowded, or otherwise misaligned teeth while still maintaining their professional image.
Treating the structural problems that arise from children’s and adolescents’ growth, as well as more serious structural issues (such as tooth spacing and alignment), is not just about improving a person’s appearance; it is a long-term commitment to the overall health of your teeth and how they function. If dental problems remain uncorrected, they will lead to other complications in the future such as tooth wear and infection from gum disease. Patients who address their structural issues when they are young will have better oral hygiene and will avoid the need for invasive treatments due to poor oral hygiene and increased risk of gum disease later in life.
How Are Ceramic Brackets and Ceramic Braces Different from Metal Braces?
Ceramic braces are similar to traditional metal braces with respect to how they move and position your teeth, using brackets and wires to gradually move your teeth into the correct position; however, the main difference is the type of material used to produce ceramic brackets versus metal brackets.
Rather than being constructed of stainless steel brackets like traditional metal braces, the ceramic bracket system is constructed from either a clear or tooth-coloured composite ceramic material. As a result, ceramic brackets blend very well with your natural teeth colouration, thus making them much less visible when you are at work or in public. The strength and exactness of ceramic brackets are the same as traditional metal brackets with the added benefit of having a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. This technology allows you to have extensive tooth straightening without disrupting your professional relationships.
Ceramic Braces vs. Porcelain Veneers
The deciding factor in your selection of ceramic braces from a Sydney practice or porcelain veneers is dependent upon your existing dental structure. Most importantly, ceramic braces are used for a corrective purpose while porcelain veneers serve both restoration and aesthetic purposes.
If your dental structure has problems that make it impossible for you to function properly (e.g., functional bite issues, jaw misalignment, etc.), ceramic braces will be required to first correct these issues before you can get porcelain veneers for aesthetic enhancement of your newly aligned teeth. In contrast, if your dental structure is already located properly (for example, aligned teeth), then porcelain veneers will provide you with an option to improve the aesthetic appearance of your teeth (color/shape/minor gap), not a correcting process for the dental structure.
For business owners, the choice often works in two phases:
Owners of businesses typically have two phases to work through when making this choice.
- Phase 1 is Correction, which involves using a ceramic bracket system to help them achieve structural alignment without being very noticeable to others.
- Phase 2 is Refinement, where owners use Cosmetic Dentistry, such as the veneering approach we have in our office through custom-made Porcelain Veneers, to enhance the final color and/or form of their finished smile. “Investing in a confident smile is worthwhile, but the biggest payoff will come from being able to establish it on a solid, healthy foundation that is corrected.”
The Discreet Journey: What to Expect
Regarding the discreet journey of obtaining ceramic braces, the initial step includes a thorough consultation, which includes diagnostic imaging and precise planning; afterwards, the ceramic brackets are attached to the patient’s teeth, connected by thin clear or tooth-coloured wires. Periodic (short) sessions will be required to monitor and adjust the progress of treatment.
When considering which treatment to use, determining the most appropriate treatment (orthodontic treatment) for patients can be quite complex, however professional help is essential. An Accurate Diagnosis is Vital in determining which type of Dental Treatment (Brace / Ceramic) to select.
As a patient currently using braces and wanting additional information, or seeking to find out what type of Dental Treatment (Brace / Ceramic) will best provide you with the most confidence in your smile, or whether you want to continue your current treatment, we hope this article is helpful in providing the information needed to make an informed choice regarding your future orthodontic care and treatment.
Dr. Kinnar Shah
BDS (University of Glasgow)
- BDS (University of Glasgow)
- Certified High Performance Coach
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- NLP Master Coach
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