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Traditional braces are the classic orthodontic treatment used for decades to straighten teeth and correct bite issues. Unlike clear aligners, braces use brackets, wires, and elastic bands to gradually move teeth into alignment.
How They Work
● Brackets are attached to the teeth (metal or ceramic).● Archwires connect the brackets and apply controlled pressure.● Elastic bands or ties help guide teeth movement.● Periodic adjustments by the orthodontist tighten and reposition the wires.
Advantages
● Effective for complex cases: Can correct severe crowding, large gaps, overbites, underbites, and crossbites.● Always working: Since they’re fixed, patients don’t need to remember to wear them.● Precise control: Orthodontists can adjust tooth movement very specifically.● Variety: Options include metal, ceramic (tooth-colored), or even lingual braces (behind the teeth).