The difference is that the material used for the brackets is a clear or tooth colored ceramic.
Ceramic braces and dating.
Ceramic braces are made of a strong ceramic material.
Fwiw i had ceramic braces on top for 4 years and there were people who didn t even notice i had braces for years.
In most cases ceramic braces are equal to metal braces.
Ok i rest my case.
I wouldn t think a thing about it even if they were metal braces.
Also keep in mind the some people have a fetish for braces.
Ceramic appliances use essentially the same components as metal braces and achieve much the same results.
Ceramic braces also take more time to align teeth and may cause discomfort for people with sensitive mouths as ceramic material can irritate the inner lip.
Light colored elastics tend to stain.
Ceramic braces are similar to metal braces in terms of structure but they re less noticeable because they use clear or tooth colored brackets rather than gray or metallic colored components.
So if someone who didn t pay attention to you previously suddenly gets very interested after you get braces that may be the reason.
Ceramic braces tend to be less durable than metal braces.
Our clear ceramic braces are very similar to traditional metal braces except for their appearance and what they are made from.
At our office we offer you clarity advanced ceramic braces by 3m.
Most dentists agree that you should not brush your teeth immediately after eating but you should wait at least 30 minutes.
These are made of a white material that s much less obvious than traditional metal braces.
Patients with ceramic braces tend to choose tooth colored or clear bands so to match or blend in with the overall look of their braces.
You are spending major bucks to get your teeth straightened.
Go ahead and smile if you feel happy.
Ceramic braces are a little more expensive than metal braces but they are still a cost effective method of fixing crooked teeth when compared to alternatives like clear aligners which cost more and take longer to achieve the desired effect.
You should talk to your orthodontist about why they are choosing the type of braces they are.
Fortunately ceramic braces are hard to damage and will last throughout your treatment.
Light elastic bands especially clear or white often look great at first but then due to exposure to foods and beverages become stained and visually detracting.
This means the braces blend in with the teeth and are much less obvious from a distance.
Ceramic porcelain is prone to chipping and cracking which make them less desirable for athletes who compete in contact sports.
Certain conditions require metal braces while others need ceramic braces.
Photo to the right here is tom cruise in his clarity ceramic brackets.