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Ceramic bracket system clarity advanced. Comfort and high aesthetics: Clarity bracket systems and their advantages

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150,000 rubles.

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In this article we will analyze all the features that ceramic braces have and tell you how to choose braces for straightening your teeth and correcting your bite.

CERAMIC BRACKETS

The high aesthetic demands of patients forced manufacturers to think about how to make braces beautiful and invisible. Such global manufacturers of teeth straightening systems as 3M UNITEK (USA) and ORMCO (USA) have worked on this problem. As you know, the United States of America is a leader in dental technologies. It was in this country that the first prototypes of braces were invented. Many patients refused to install unattractive and bulky metal braces, which forced doctors to look for a new way to straighten teeth.


CERAMIC BRACKETS INDICATIONS

For those patients who have malocclusion or misaligned teeth, treatment with ceramic braces is well suited.

Here is a complete list of indications for the installation of this orthodontic equipment:

    Mesial bite. This pathology is characterized by signs when the patient’s lower jaw protrudes forward.

    Distal bite. This pathology is characterized by signs when the patient’s lower jaw is displaced posteriorly.

    Crossbite. This pathology is characterized by signs when the patient’s jaw is shifted to the right or to the left relative to its correct position.

    Open bite. This pathology is characterized by signs when the patient’s front teeth do not close together and a gap forms between them.

    Deep bite. This pathology is characterized by signs when the patient’s lower front teeth extend too deeply beyond the upper front teeth and rest against the palate.

    Rotation of the tooth along its axis. This pathology is characterized by the fact that the tooth is rotated along its vertical axis relative to its normal position.

    Dystopia of the tooth. This pathology is characterized by the fact that the tooth has grown out of place.

With such malocclusions, you can safely install ceramic braces, which will help straighten your teeth without compromising aesthetics. However, it is worth remembering that sometimes it is necessary to install additional devices that help move teeth into place faster. Such devices include:

    orthodontic implants

    twin block

    palatal distractor

    bite pads

    Frenkel regulator


CERAMIC BRACKETS CONTRAINDICATIONS

In modern orthodontics, there are no contraindications for installing ceramic braces.

However, some orthodontists argue that these braces cannot be used to treat deep bites. They justify their decision by the fact that the patient will bite off the braces from the lower front teeth due to deep overlap. This statement is not true. The fact is that professional orthodontists who have been working on ceramic braces for a long time know that before gluing braces to the lower teeth, it is necessary to slightly raise the bite using bite pads installed on the dock teeth, which will not allow the patient to damage the braces.


HOW TO PUT CERAMIC BRACES

In order for a patient to install ceramic braces, it is necessary to complete several steps in a certain sequence:

    Before fixing ceramic braces, it is necessary to carry out professional oral hygiene. An orthodontist or dental hygienist uses ultrasound and an Air Flow device to clean the enamel from tartar and plaque. This is a mandatory stage in the preparation of tooth enamel. If you skip it or the patient refuses to clean it, the braces will fall off the tooth in a few months. Ceramic braces can only be glued to perfectly clean tooth enamel, then they will be securely fixed and will not fall off throughout the entire treatment period.

    After cleaning the tooth, orthophosphoric acid is applied to the enamel of each tooth for 40 seconds. This acid prepares the tooth to bond with the braces adhesive. Phosphoric acid is completely safe for teeth and does not damage the enamel. After the acid wears off, it is washed off with water.

    When the enamel is processed, they begin to fix the braces. Typically, a special adhesive for braces is already applied to the bracket itself. The orthodontist selects a place to install the bracket and presses it to the tooth with the adhesive side. In order for the glue to harden and the bracket to attach to the enamel, the dentist shines a special ultraviolet lamp on the tooth. Illumination occurs in approximately 40 minutes.

    Usually, on the first visit, the patient is fitted with braces on the upper row of teeth, and 2 weeks later on the lower row. Fixing braces to one row of teeth takes approximately 1 hour, so that the patient does not get tired of the treatment.

    After gluing the braces, orthodontists install the arch. This arc is screwed with a metal wire or secured with a silicone ring.


CERAMIC BRACKETS PRICE

The price of ceramic braces consists of several components:

    price for the ceramic braces themselves. This includes how much a set of braces, arches, elastics and all orthodontic equipment that the patient individually needs when straightening his teeth costs.

    You need to add the doctor’s work to the price of ceramic braces. The more experienced the doctor, the more expensive his work. But you can rest assured that your teeth will be straightened.

    price for diagnostics, calculation of x-rays before installing braces.

    price for x-rays. Usually, several pictures are taken before installing ceramic braces. This includes a panoramic image, teleradiography in frontal and lateral projection, and in some cases it is necessary to do a computed tomography of the jaws.

The price for ceramic braces in Moscow averages 150,000 rubles. But you need to understand that it is calculated individually for each patient, depending on the diagnosis.


CERAMIC BRACKETS COST

The cost of ceramic braces varies among different manufacturers. Let's look at several popular and high-quality ceramic braces systems.

CERAMIC BRACKET SYSTEM DAMON CLEAR


The manufacturer of the DAMON CLEAR bracket system is ORMCO. Made from polycrystalline aluminum oxide. They are durable and are not stained by dyes found in food. They have a very well polished groove in which the arc slides. This reduces the time it takes to straighten teeth when using this equipment.

The cost of the DAMON CLEAR ceramic brace system in Moscow is 140,000 rubles.


CERAMIC BRACKET SYSTEM CLARITY

American manufacturer UNITEK 3M. These braces are considered the highest quality and most transparent of all ceramic braces systems. The edges are very well polished, which relieves the patient of discomfort when wearing these braces. The material used is very durable fine ceramics. Braces are easily positioned on the teeth and are simply removed.

The cost of ceramic braces of the CLARITY system in Moscow is on average 150,000 rubles.


CERAMIC BRACKET QUICCLEAR SYSTEM

Ceramic bracket system QUICCLEAR is produced by the German company FORESTADENT. This is a very high-quality orthodontic equipment for patients with high aesthetic requirements. A distinctive feature of these braces is their flat profile - they rise very slightly above the front surface of the tooth.

The cost of the QUICCLEAR ceramic bracket system in Moscow is 130,000 rubles.


CERAMIC BRACKETS PHOTO

We present to you in the photo ceramic braces from various manufacturers. You can be convinced that all systems are highly aesthetic and hardly noticeable on the teeth. Such photos of ceramic braces prove that they can be used in both adults and pediatric patients.

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CERAMIC BRACES BEFORE AND AFTER

Orthodontist at the Bionic Dentis clinic, Alexander Vadimovich Ovsyanik, has a lot of experience working with ceramic braces. In this gallery we present the work of our orthodontist using this technique.

Ceramic braces before and after in these photos will help you convince yourself of the high professionalism of our orthodontist.

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CERAMIC BRACKET SYSTEM

The ceramic bracket system consists of several components:

    ceramic braces. This component is necessary in order to attach to the tooth and transfer pressure or traction from the elastic or arch to it.

    arcs. This component is represented by an arc-wire made of a special material with shape memory. At the factory, this arch is bent so that it corresponds to the shape of a perfectly straight dentition. During the treatment process, the orthodontist attaches the arch to the braces and it bends. But since it constantly strives to straighten and take the correct shape, it pulls the tooth to which it is attached into this correct position.

    ligature. This component is necessary for attaching the arch to the bracket. The ligature can be made of wire or represented by a transparent silicone ring.

    elastic. This component is necessary to pull the tooth into place. It is made of rubber or silicone. Usually this component is transparent and is also not noticeable on the teeth.


CERAMIC BRACKETS WITH WHITE ARC

For patients who value maximum aesthetics even when straightening their teeth, ceramic braces with a white arch were invented. This is the most aesthetically beneficial option for orthodontic equipment. The point is that even the metal arch that straightens the teeth has a white Teflon coating. This makes it invisible on the teeth. People surrounding the shaft will not notice such a brace system at all. Ceramic braces with a white arch are the pinnacle of orthodontics all over the world.


CERAMIC BRACES HOW MUCH TO WEAR

Many patients ask the orthodontist: “how long to wear ceramic braces?” The answer to this question can be strictly individual. The length of time you wear braces depends on several components:

    complexity of dental pathology. The crooked the teeth and the more irregular the bite, the longer you will need to wear braces. If only one tooth is crooked, then the treatment period may be 3-4 months. If your teeth are very crooked, then the period of wearing braces can be 3 years.

    bone strength. If the patient's bone is soft, then the teeth move quickly. If the bone is very strong, the teeth move slowly.

    patient's age. If the patient is 14-21 years old, then teeth straightening occurs quickly. If the patient is 35 years or older, then the period of wearing braces is longer.

Often, orthodontists follow the lead of patients and reduce the time of treatment with ceramic braces. This is absolutely impossible to do. If this technique is not applied correctly, the teeth may fall out from excessive stress.

Our orthodontists strictly follow the recommendations of the manufacturer of ceramic braces, which allows us to avoid any complications of orthodontic treatment.

CERAMIC BEREKETS CARE

Caring for ceramic braces is not difficult. You need to follow a few recommendations, and then you will not experience any problems when wearing them:

    You should clean your braces with toothpaste and a toothbrush after every meal.

    You must use a special toothbrush that has a groove in the center for cleaning braces.

    It is necessary to use an orthodontic dental brush to clean ceramic braces. Use it in the evening every day.

    periodontal toothpaste must be used. The best paste for cleaning Paradontax braces.

    It is necessary to use each bucket to care for ceramic braces and oral irrigator.

    If you have had a snack and you do not have the opportunity to brush your teeth, you need to rinse your mouth using a special dental rinse.

    It is forbidden to eat ice cream

    Care for ceramic braces should be daily


CERAMIC BEREKETS REVIEWS OF PATIENTS

Ceramic braces, according to reviews from patients who wore them, are the most comfortable and most aesthetically pleasing. The fact is that, according to patient reviews, ceramic braces do not scratch the lip, since they are very well polished and have rounded, comfortable edges.

Here is a patient's review of ceramic braces, which she wore for 14 months:

My review of ceramic braces. It was not difficult for me to wear braces, because as an adult you understand why you are doing it. I chose ceramic braces because they are less noticeable to others. The braces did not scratch and I quickly got used to them. A year and 2 months flew by very quickly...

CERAMIC BRACKETS AND METAL BRACKETS THE DIFFERENCE

Ceramic braces or metal, there is a huge difference. Here is a comparison of such braces conducted by professional orthodontists:

    Ceramic braces are invisible on teeth

    Metal braces are very noticeable on the teeth and catch the eye of others.

    Ceramic braces hardly scratch the lips due to their smoothness.

    Metal braces are very scratchy.

    Ceramic braces have a smooth groove in which the arch is fixed, which allows you to straighten your teeth faster.

    Metal braces do not have a polished groove; teeth straightening takes longer.

    Ceramic braces are more expensive.

    Metal braces are cheaper.

    There is no allergic reaction to ceramic braces.

    You may be allergic to the metal in braces.


CERAMIC BRACKETS PROS AND CONS

Ceramic braces have pros and cons:

The benefits include:

    high aesthetics of ceramic braces

    high strength

    comfortable for the patient to wear

    quick time to correct bite and straighten teeth

    guarantee of no allergy to metal

The disadvantages of ceramic braces include:

In our clinic, we have successfully used ceramic braces to treat adolescents and adults when straightening teeth and correcting bites for more than 12 years. We work only with trusted manufacturers and suppliers of ceramic braces systems, which guarantees our patients protection from counterfeits.

Some patients prefer to correct their bite without using braces. For such patients, our clinic offers teeth straightening using aligners.

There are offers at reduced prices on the Moscow dental market. In this case, clinics offer Chinese analogues of ceramic braces. It must be remembered that a brace is a complex and precisely calculated design. It is produced in the USA and Germany. It is branded braces that guarantee the correct and rapid movement of teeth.

By contacting our clinic, you can be sure of the high professionalism of our orthodontist and the use of only branded braces.

The LeaderStom network of dental clinics offers orthodontic treatment services using modern technologies and the latest advances in medicine in the field of dentistry. With us you can make an appointment with an orthodontist of the highest category at a time convenient for you. The doctor will select the optimal braces system for you, the most effective specifically for your case.

Clarity braces – aesthetics and functionality!

Our orthodontists have a wide selection of braces, among which Clarity braces are very popular. These are products that are practically invisible on the teeth and are not inferior in their aesthetics to lingual or internal systems.

The Clarity brace system is the perfect balance of aesthetics, safety and functionality. The braces are made of polycrystalline materials and have a matte shade that can be matched to the color of the teeth.

Features of the Clarity braces system are as follows:

  • high strength of ceramics (the material is safe for health and does not cause allergies);
  • ceramic braces do not change color when exposed to food dyes (from coffee, wine, tea and other drinks and foods);
  • the system is practically invisible on the teeth, since the shade is selected individually, according to the color of the patient’s teeth;
  • a special fastening mechanism minimizes friction, which ensures wearing comfort with increased efficiency;
  • compact dimensions;
  • the presence of a special stress concentrator that facilitates the removal procedure;
  • ease of care.

Types of Clarity systems

Clarity ceramic braces are the optimal way to correct your bite and eliminate dental defects in a short period of time without discomfort during treatment. The peculiarity of Clarity ceramic braces systems is that they do not violate the aesthetics of a smile, do not distort diction and do not cause gag reflexes. At the same time, the systems show high efficiency. Despite its high strength, the ceramic component is still fragile and vulnerable to excessive loads, so when wearing the system you should strictly follow your doctor’s recommendations.

The manufacturer offers different types of ceramic systems, so it will not be difficult for a qualified orthodontist to choose the best option specifically for your clinical case.

Here you can choose braces of the S L model (self-ligating), the peculiarity of which is ease of removal and donning, wearing comfort and quick results. The unique design of this system will reduce the number of visits to the orthodontist to a minimum. The Clarity system automatically adjusts the load on each tooth, reducing the overall treatment time.

We can also offer Clarity Advanced braces, which are distinguished by their special aesthetics and miniature size. These systems feature innovative manufacturing technology without metal grooves, which ensures predictable treatment, flawless sliding mechanics and safe debonding.

Clarity Advanced and SL braces: cost, treatment time

The only drawback of ceramic systems from this manufacturer is their relatively high price and duration of treatment compared to metal systems - its duration is at least 1 year.

By contacting the LeaderStom clinic, you receive a full range of services, including preparation and sanitation of the oral cavity, consultation with an orthodontist of the highest category, installation and adjustment of a selected brace system. To make an appointment, call us at the numbers in Moscow listed on the website.

Braces are the most convenient method for both the patient and the doctor to correct misaligned teeth and abnormal bites.

However, many people, especially adults, continue to endure the inconvenience caused by orthodontic problems due to the excessive visibility of this apparatus on the teeth.

The well-known manufacturer of dental products, 3M Unitek, offers a high-quality solution for the aesthetic component of orthodontic treatment with braces - Clarity ceramic systems.

They combine the capabilities and functionality of classic metal systems without losing reliability and durability.

Description

First of all, it is worth saying that All Clarity systems are vestibular, that is, they are attached to the outer surface of the teeth. They are made of special dental ceramics - this makes the device almost invisible and gives it completely unique properties.

One of the properties of all Clarity ceramic braces systems is their miniature size. They are defined as low profile and have reduced dimensions even compared to similar aesthetic braces.

This makes it possible to provide the patient with much greater comfort during the main long-term stage of orthodontic treatment.

All the surfaces are not just perfectly polished, but also have slightly smoothed shapes initially. They do not have sharp areas or elements that can injure the oral mucosa during use.

In addition, the surface is treated in such a way that it does not cause irritation even at the very beginning of wearing. This reduces the duration of the habituation period to a minimum.

Peculiarities

  • The base profile of the braces themselves has been improved. He was given special anatomical shape (contour), which follows the curve of the tooth surface. This not only makes the positioning process easier, but also ensures secure installation by improving grip.
  • To create braces special fine ceramics are used, which is not inferior in strength to metal systems. This is achieved thanks to the manufacturing features of the elements - the sintering process.

    As a result, the resulting polycrystalline material takes on a matte shade that completely replicates the color and appearance of natural enamel.

    It does not have a bright transparent shine, therefore it does not attract unnecessary attention to the installed orthodontic apparatus, as it looks natural.

  • Across all Clarity systems voltage concentrator is used, which is located at the base of the elements. Thanks to this technology, the removal process is very fast and quite simple.

    The bracket, under minimal, specifically directed pressure, splits exclusively into two parts. In this case, the enamel is not damaged and a simple set of non-special tools is enough to carry out the procedure for removing the device.

    In addition, the possibility of painting the bracket directly in the mouth is eliminated.

  • One of the patented features of the system is the presence of a metal groove in the ceramic base. Moreover, the groove is open.

    This increases the strength of the structure and strengthens it. In addition, simple and easy sliding of the arc in the groove is ensured, which is of great importance during treatment.

The metal improves the sliding mechanics itself, which ensures almost complete absence of friction during tooth movement. Due to this, it becomes possible to use minimal forces during the treatment process.

How the Clarity ceramic bracket system works, watch the video:

Using Flash-Free™ technology

Ceramic brace systems from 3M Unitek are manufactured and installed using innovative, patented technologies. This significantly increases the functionality of orthodontic systems and the effectiveness of treatment.

First of all, this good protection for enamel throughout the entire treatment period. The use of this technology eliminates the need to use conventional glue-cement with adhesive, where the doctor is forced to carefully remove excess material from above. This can create very small cavities between the edges of the bracket and the surface of the enamel.

They cannot be seen without high magnification. However, even this size is enough to:

  • firstly, there was a possibility of spontaneous peeling off,
  • secondly, uncleaned areas have formed where caries can develop.

Photo: attaching Clarity Advanced braces to teeth

Considering the fairly long period of orthodontic treatment, this will most likely entail the need for therapeutic intervention.

The essence of the Flash-Free™ technology comes down to applying a thin layer of a special light-curing adhesive to the bracket, with a thickness precisely calculated for a certain level of bonding with enamel.

Its consistency also plays a significant role - after attaching to the surface, all the free space between the enamel and the edges of the bracket is evenly filled, which eliminates the possibility of voids appearing that threaten damage to the enamel.

In addition, the use of this technology prevents contamination of the adhesive component, which ensures the quality of the installation.

Also, the light-curing, pre-applied adhesive makes it easier to install and position each bracket, eliminating the possibility of movement.

It is convenient for a specialist to use such technologies, since it reduces the number of stages of the procedure, such as mixing, direct application and adjustment of the amount of material.

Types of fastenings

Manufacturing company offers three types of ceramic systems. Two of them are classic ligatures (Clarity and Clarity Advanced), and one is self-ligating (Clarity SL).

The features of each of them should be described in more detail.

Clarity

Ceramic braces with metal open slot. The arc is also made of metal, but is completely invisible when worn, like the entire structure.

They have all the advantages listed above. The current arch is secured using ligatures.

Clarity SL

This fastening system belongs to another type - self-ligating structures. They do not have additional elements - ligatures, with the help of which the arc is secured in the groove. It should be added that in this case the self-ligating system is passive due to the open groove of a special shape.

Ease of use and reliable fastening of the arc not only reduce the installation time, but also simplify the process of its removal if replacement is necessary.

Clarity Advanced

The Clarity Advance system, having all the above qualities, is manufactured using advanced technology, so the only metal element is the arc itself.

Due to the production of all elements from ceramics, their appearance becomes even better, without affecting the aesthetics of the smile at all. This system also refers to the ligature type of arch attachment, like Clarity with a metal groove.

Advantages

The Clarity system has many advantages over other types of braces. And not only metal, but also aesthetic, made from other materials:

  • High aesthetics due to opacity of ceramics and its similarities to natural tooth enamel.
  • While wearing the material from which the braces are made, does not change color or shade, since it does not absorb various coloring substances contained in products from the oral cavity.
  • All elements are manufactured in a special way at high temperature, which gives them high strength.
  • Open metal groove in ligature systems allows you to use less force to move teeth, due to the elimination of friction of the arc and its free movement in the groove. This reduces treatment time while making it more comfortable.
  • Simplified oral hygiene with an installed orthodontic system and there are no difficult requirements for its care.
  • Easy to install guarantees its quality. The same applies to the removal procedure, which occurs much faster and does not damage the enamel.

The small size, low profile and smoothness of all lines provide much more wearing comfort, since they do not irritate or injure the mucous membranes, and also do not affect diction at all.

What's included in the price?

The designs themselves can be purchased at prices ranging from 25 to 35 thousand rubles. This depends on the type of system chosen. For example, self-ligating SL braces will be more expensive than classic ligature braces.

However, the treatment will cost a slightly higher amount, since in addition to the cost of braces, this also includes the cost of additional procedures and necessary technological manipulations.

  • Consultation with a specialist, initial examination.
  • Necessary studies, including x-rays.
  • Preliminary sanitation of the oral cavity. In the absence of caries, periodontal disease or other dental problems, only professional hygiene will be required.
  • Taking impressions and making models of the dental system.
  • Directly the braces themselves.
  • Installation and activation of the system.

Thus, the total cost of treatment with installation of the system on only one jaw is approximately from 44 to 57 thousand. Treatment with correction of the dentition on both jaws will be on average twice as expensive.

Nowadays, only the lazy do not acquire a Hollywood smile, because modern clinics provide a lot of services to choose from, and prices will allow you to choose the most profitable option. Life is too short to hide your emotions, it's time to change.

Ceramic bracket system Clarity

3M Unitek is an American company leading developments in the fields of dentistry, orthodontics and medicine. It regularly releases new products, which are necessarily tested and receive official certification. Thanks to the drive and traction in leadership, the company is one step ahead of its competitors, literally moving the dental industry.

She made a breakthrough in the industry of orthodontic innovations and technologies with the launch of Clarity!

Braces clarity

What is the Clarity system?

This is a ceramic bracket system with a self-ligating vestibular design. It consists of small, inconspicuous ceramic plates connected by a metal arc. Ligature elements (rubber bands, wires for tension) are not used here, which is undoubtedly pleasing, as it gives complete freedom of action and movement. Instead, there are clip-springs (sometimes latches). The main difference between these braces is that they are invisible. The color of the ceramics practically matches the color of the tooth enamel.

The system operates like its analogues: the frame surrounding the teeth directs them in the right direction, gradually determining the correct position.

Using Flash-Free technology

The technology, or more precisely, the installation method, assumes that a certain amount of organic glue is applied to each plate, which tightly attaches it to the tooth, and the backing does not allow it to spread beyond the marked area and go beyond the boundaries of the tooth. This method significantly speeds up the process and makes the connection more reliable.

Strength and adhesive properties were tested in laboratory conditions, where teeth, coated with glue, were placed in a solution that was identical in pH and temperature to our oral cavity. After 21 days, no delamination occurred, while the sample unprotected with glue failed the test.


Flash-Free

Benefits of technology

  • Quick installation. Standard technology involves removing residual adhesive around each pad, while here this stage is “put on a conveyor belt”;
  • Easy removal. The braces are equipped with a special trigger in case of breakage. It simply opens the system into two equal parts so that it can be easily replaced.

Installation process

  1. It all starts with a consultation with an orthodontist, who will describe to you the nuances and duration of treatment;
  2. Photographs and scans of the oral cavity and a cast of the jaw are taken;
  3. The data obtained is sent to the laboratory, where a three-dimensional model of the oral cavity is created;
  4. Repeated consultation, where the braces model will be selected and the cost will be discussed;
  5. Manufacturing of the system. Typically the time frame is up to 2 weeks;
  6. Preparation for surgery: the oral cavity is diagnosed for diseases. The system is installed only on healthy, clean teeth. In cases where the patient has tartar, caries, etc. they are removed before installation:
  7. The operation itself lasts 50-55 minutes and is painless.

Types of Clarity bracket system

Clarity SL

These are ceramic non-ligature double braces. Thanks to this design, the patient can visit the doctor less often, as the SmartClip self-regulation technology copes with this task perfectly. Also, this structure is very comfortable, does not interfere with blood supply and creates uniform pressure on all teeth.

Features of this model:

  • Convenience. Easy to carry out hygiene procedures;
  • Reliability. APCPLUS technology firmly connects the system to the teeth. The substance itself changes color after installation, which allows it to be removed without residue when replacing braces or at the end of the treatment period:
  • Uniform friction that will not require tooth extraction when the need for free space arises.

Clarity SL

Clarity Advanced

Latest generation systems. They are currently the most discreet, low profile and durable. The entire structure is made of a homogeneous material of low dispersion, which reduces the chance of crumbling and increases strength.

The hidden metal arch is connected with a convenient clip.

Features of this model:

  • Increased strength. The entire structure, including the locks, is made of ceramic;
  • Complete invisibility. Due to the low profile of the fit, even with a wide smile, it is difficult to see the braces;
  • Does not cause allergies or irritation of the mucous membrane. All materials undergo sanitary and epidemiological control before receiving permission for use.

Clarity Advanced

Advantages and Disadvantages of Clarity Braces

Pros

  • Stealth. The translucent ceramic texture is almost invisible on the teeth, does not hide the smile and gives confidence:
  • They practically do not heat up when drinking hot drinks and do not freeze in the cold. You don’t have to deny yourself pleasure;
  • Innovative design, does not cause discomfort. After a couple of days, the patient completely forgets that he has braces installed;
  • Quick effect. The treatment period ranges from 8 months to 18 months, which is much faster than similar methods (metal braces, aligners);
  • New items are always in fashion. Such an accessory will allow you to stand out, and a minus will turn into a plus.

Cons

  • Price. Beautiful, high-quality things a priori cannot be cheap. Despite the high price, they are worth the money. The average cost of the entire course of treatment in Moscow and the region is $2,500. The amount includes all consultations, correction, manufacturing and design of the structure.

Features of use and care

During the first time after installation, the following happens:

  • Toothache;
  • Itching between teeth.

These two factors quickly pass and only indicate that the system is working and the installation was completed correctly.

REFERENCE! Some patients report impaired diction. This is associated with the sensation of a foreign body in the mouth and goes away during the adaptation period.

It is also worth remembering that in adults, treatment takes longer than in young people, since the jaw bones are already formed. During treatment there is no need to give up smoking, alcohol, alcoholic beverages, sugar and salt.

Quickly brush your teeth after every meal. Carry out “general” hygiene procedures 2 times a day, using dental floss and paste with a neutral pH level. The duration and success of treatment depends on how accurately you follow the doctor’s instructions. After installation, you will receive a special oral care kit.

Myths about ceramic systems

The Internet is simply littered with various stories that are apparently made up by competitors providing outdated metal installation services.

Myth: Ceramic systems are heavy. The lower jaw is constantly under load and droops.
Is it true: if you compare the specific density of metal and ceramics, then everything will fall into place. Ceramics 7850 kg/cub.m. Steel – 7900 kg/m3. No comments needed.

Myth: They are difficult to take on and off.
Is it true: Modern designs make the system easy to operate. Some models have an unlocker that serves as a kind of latch.

Myth: Ceramics are colored with food coloring.
Is it true: The surface of the ceramic has a protective coating that prevents contact with food. However, hygiene should not be neglected, especially during the treatment period.

Myth: Braces often crumble during surgery, and particles can get into the throat.
Is it true: It all depends on the quality of the product and the qualifications of the specialist. If you purchased certified products and turned to a good clinic for help, everything will be fine.

Conclusion

A forced measure of treatment and, at the same time, an elegant decoration. Choice of public people, actors, celebrities. Some stars who previously wore decorative braces to maintain style have now eagerly embraced the new trend.

Modern vestibular braces are high-tech devices that have minimal impact on the enamel, provide effective treatment, and are universal in correcting various malocclusions and tooth growth.

Scientific work to improve them is being carried out in the direction of reducing treatment time, simplifying procedures for installation, adjustment and removal, and improving appearance. Among the corrective systems that are produced using the latest developments, Clarity braces stand out.

Manufacturer

The supplier of Clarity vestibular devices to Russia is international holding 3M, which has been producing dental equipment and materials since the 1960s. The company was founded in 1902 in the USA, and since the 50s its main principle has been the innovative focus of production activities.

The holding annually invests about $1.4 billion in research and development. Dental products are sold in 200 countries around the world under the brand 3M Unitek. She has been known in Russia since 1994 and has won the complete trust of orthodontists and patients.

Design features

Differences in Clarity brackets that provide an advantage over other ceramic bracket systems:

  1. The material used does not reflect light, but transmits it, as it has a high level of translucency. Matte translucent ceramic blends with the color of the enamel and is almost invisible on the teeth.
  2. Clarity has the smallest dimensions among low-profile systems, which increases wearing comfort.
  3. The anatomical shape of the base increases the strength of adhesion to the tooth, and a special transverse notch on it - a stress concentrater - helps, when removing, to break the bracket into two even parts, without the risk of chipping.
  4. 3M uses a nickel-titanium alloy (nitinol) as a material for the clip that holds the archwire in a non-ligature structure, which restores its shape after deformation.

    Thanks to this, the arch is inserted and removed with a simple press, without additional locks that complicate both installation and subsequent maintenance.

  5. Ceramic braces do not absorb dyes and do not change color under the influence of food during the entire treatment period, and do not darken from tea and coffee.
  6. The shape of the fastenings is universal; during treatment, the self-ligating system allows you to install ligatures on individual teeth and combine different types of Clarity braces.

Flash-Free Technology

The company also offered an improved installation method. Patented Flash-Free technology is designed to simplify bonding of the lock to the tooth surface and reduce the risk of damage to the enamel while wearing braces.

To do this, at the base of the fasteners there is a thin layer of granular, fine-crystalline material with a microscopic border along the edge. Composite light-curing adhesive - the adhesive is distributed over this substrate and, upon contact with the tooth, evenly fills the gap between it and the bracket, all irregularities and cracks in the enamel.

Any microcavities can lead to the development of caries, since they will not be accessible for cleansing for a long time. Flash-Free, which literally translates as “no flash,” eliminates this danger.

The second advantage of the technology is the presence of a backing limiter, which minimizes the spread of glue around the bracket and reduces the need to remove excess. 3M adhesives have increased viscosity and do not harden instantly, which allows you to adjust the position of the lock after attaching it to the tooth.

Clarity braces with the abbreviation APC in the name are available with adhesive already applied to the base for ease of installation and time saving.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Carity ceramic braces are made from high-strength finely divided ceramics, which is obtained by sintering. In addition to aesthetics, this material provides the following benefits:

  • does not oxidize, does not cause allergic reactions;
  • minimal risk of breakage;
  • The treatment period for minor and moderate disorders is not much longer than with metal braces.

All structural parts are rounded and carefully polished, which eliminates trauma to the oral cavity, simplifies cleaning and makes it easier for the patient to get used to braces. Vestibular systems do not interfere with articulation.

The Clarity's relative disadvantage may be its price. Although many believe that it is justified by the high degree of psychological and physical comfort that this brand provides.

For complex complex anomalies, the use of ceramic braces is not recommended, since the treatment will not be effective and will continue for more than 3 years. In such cases, all-metal systems can provide the required pressure.

Indications and contraindications

Ceramic braces are used to correct a number of orthodontic problems:

  • malocclusion due to teeth growing in the wrong plane;
  • incisors creep on top of each other;
  • abnormally large interdental distance or, conversely, crowding;
  • curvature of the crown or root.

Sometimes pathologically abnormally grown teeth are removed, and the adjacent ones are placed in an even position with braces. You can align both the entire row and individual defects.

Braces cannot be placed if you have chronic gum disease. Mental disorders and serious immune problems can also serve as a contraindication.

Installation is prohibited for AIDS and tuberculosis. The doctor should be informed about existing endocrine diseases, pathologies of the circulatory system and allergies. If you are allergic to metals, the installation of locks with nickel-titanium inserts is contraindicated.

Modifications

3M makes three types of ceramic braces:

Clarity


Classic ligature type, which involves securing the arch in the bracket using steel or rubber rings - ligatures. A nitinol groove is inserted into the main part of the ceramic lock.

This design made it possible to reduce patient discomfort. The metal arc moves more easily due to the reduced friction force against the same groove material and puts less pressure on the tooth in the lateral plane.

The ceramic treatment procedure takes from 14 months to 3.5 years, the exact period depends on the diagnosis. Clarity ligature braces require frequent adjustments, and constant doctor supervision allows you to treat complex malocclusions.

Clarity SL


Non-ligature braces, equipped with nitinol clips to hold the arc and the same groove coating. This type provides for an independent change in the pressure of the arc on the tooth when it is displaced, reducing or increasing the impact depending on the need.

Advantages of the self-ligating Clarity SL design:

  • in the absence of the need to tighten ligatures, the frequency of visits to the doctor is reduced from monthly to once every 2-3 months;
  • the time for installation, removal and adjustment procedures is also reduced, including because instead of sliding locks, a simple clip is used to secure the arch;
  • These braces are easier to clean due to the simplification of their components.

The shape allows selective use of ligatures on SL braces, which expands the possibilities of their use in complex treatment. Self-ligating systems cannot cope with severe anomalies, but in the case of Clarity SL therapy for mild disorders, the wearing period can be reduced by 20% compared to ligature ones.

Clarity Advanced


Fully ceramic fastening plates, do not contain nickel-titanium parts. Suitable for people with metal allergies. Braces are miniature and are not visible on the teeth at all. Size does not mean reduced strength.

However, the final structure is only slightly smaller than when using other types of locks, since the arch is secured with protruding ligatures.

In addition to the horizontal one, the bracket has a vertical groove. There are also Clarity Advanced varieties with a hook with a smooth ball end. These elements allow for additional attachments and double tying.

For example, elastic rings that tighten the arch in the vertical plane, in combination with the main ligatures that apply pressure in the horizontal. These braces use all known technologies to increase versatility of use. Treatment times are the same as for the Clarity model.

Installation

After a dental examination, working with Clarity braces takes minimal time. They available with anatomical base, which implies the selection of fastenings for each type of teeth individually - for central and lateral incisors, canines, premolars and molars. They all have their own markings.

There are also different variations of torques - the inclination of the wings of the base. These points allow you to ideally select and position the bracket, making the installation procedure easier and faster.

The doctor can install fasteners with glue already applied to the substrate in half an hour. During the removal process, Clarity splits in half, meaning it cannot be reused.

The following video shows the system installation process:

Features of use

The smoothness of the parts of 3M Unitek braces and their small size guarantee that the period of adaptation will be minimal. But during the first week or two, the pressure on the teeth is felt strongly and the structure interferes with the patient.

Depending on the form and stage of the violations, as well as the personal level of perception, Possible pain, which is relieved with painkillers. Then the person adapts and further use does not cause discomfort.

The versatility of this type of orthodontic treatment and its widespread use has led to the fact that the bracket design is perceived as an accessory, especially one as aesthetic as Clarity.

Inconvenience can only be caused by a ban on certain super-hard or sticky products - nuts, crackers, candies, toffees, etc.

When wearing Clarity braces, there are increased hygiene requirements and certain restrictions on the types of toothbrushes.

  • You can brush your teeth with soft or medium soft synthetic bristles. It is advisable to have a V-shape so that both the locks and everything around are cleaned organically.
  • Additionally, special orthodontic brushes in the form of a cone-shaped brush or a thin beam should be used for the hygiene of areas under the arch.
  • It is recommended to use irrigators and rinses.

Approximate price

Complex orthodontic treatment includes the following stages:

  1. Preparing for treatment: examination, dental examination, jaw x-ray, taking impressions and making a diagnostic model - from 12 to 20 thousand rubles.
  2. Selection of Clarity braces and other structural elements. Cost of materials from 17 to 35 thousand rubles. for one jaw.
  3. Installation of the system, adjustments while wearing and removal. Prices for these all-inclusive services vary from 80 to 120 thousand rubles for simple cases, and up to 200 thousand for the treatment of complex anomalies.

Before installation, it is necessary to cure caries, periodontitis and other existing dental diseases in order to prevent further interruption of orthodontic therapy, and to carry out a comprehensive teeth cleaning.

With the exception of these particular points, the cost of all treatment starts on average from 150,000 rubles for both jaws.

The final price depends on the diagnosis, the number of control measures, the individual characteristics of the body, as well as the chosen model.

32 Clarity braces (for both jaws) cost from 35,000 rubles, Clarity SL - from 50,000, Clarity Advanced - from 42,000, locks with adhesive applied - from 57,000. Prices vary by region and individual clinics.