Invisible braces are traditional braces in that they use the same mechanical operations to work their magic. In this regard, they use brackets that are attached to each of the teeth and use an arch wire to connect them together. Both parts are vitally important for them to work. With this process, the wire uses the bonded brackets to pull the mispositioned teeth where they need to go.
In all cases, the arch wire is metal. This means that the thin wire is in fact visible. But the invisible part pertains to the fact that the brackets are either tooth-colored, in the case of ceramic braces, or clear, like Damon Clear Braces. Since the brackets are the largest and most visible part of traditional braces, these alternatives are significantly less noticeable than all-metal braces. Moreover, traditional metal braces use tiny rubber bands to hold the arch wire in place. Although clear bands are available, they also come in colors. This adds to their visibility. In the case of Damon, no bands are used, making them even more discreet by comparison.
Luckily, although invisible braces are much harder to see, an orthodontics dentist is still able to treat patients with the same effectiveness. To find out more, contact our expert in invisible braces in Los Angeles for a consultation to see if they are right for you.
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