- Traditional braces require elastic “ties” that bind the wire in. More force must be applied to the teeth to overcome this binding effect.
More force=More pain!
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- Low-friction Damon braces allow for much lighter force to move the teeth.
Less force=Less pain!
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- Elastic “ties” attract plaque around the brackets ad are harder to keep fresh and clean.
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- Damon braces are “tie-less” so they are much easier to clean. Patients who want colors with their braces can choose colors under the wire as long as brushing is excellent.
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- Most traditional braces are bigger and bulkier.
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- Damon braces are smaller and less conspicuous.
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- Most styles of braces have edges that catch your lip and cheeks more easily.
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- Damon braces are smoother against the lips and cheeks.
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- Treatment time is longer.
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- Treatment time is usually shorter.
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- More appointments are usually needed to change ties and re-activate forces.
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- Fewer appointments are needed since gates fully engage the wire from day one.
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- Time between appointments is shorter because the ties around the braces need to be changed more often.
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- Longer time between appointments
Without loss of effectiveness in moving the teeth.
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- Treats your teeth, but has less positive influence on facial features.
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- Damon braces treat the teeth and have more dramatic, positive effects on facial features.
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