{"id":2767,"date":"2023-01-25T10:26:49","date_gmt":"2023-01-25T10:26:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blowclinic.com\/tunbridgewellsorthodontics\/?post_type=treatment&#038;p=2767"},"modified":"2023-06-01T17:27:53","modified_gmt":"2023-06-01T16:27:53","slug":"fixed-metal-braces","status":"publish","type":"treatment","link":"https:\/\/tunbridgewellsorthodontics.co.uk\/treatments\/fixed-metal-braces","title":{"rendered":"Fixed Metal Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Fixed metal braces<\/strong> at our Tunbridge Wells orthodontic practice are wonderfully versatile appliances that have been used by orthodontists around the world for decades. They can be used to correct any orthodontic problem with a tremendous amount of precision and efficiency.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How are metal braces fitted?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Metal braces are made of several components. First, small metal brackets are bonded to the centre of each tooth. Your orthodontist selects the bracket with the built-in tooth movement prescription specifically designed to address your orthodontic needs. Fixing the metal brackets to the teeth is a completely painless procedure that does not involve any injections or dental drills.<\/p>\n<p>Once the metal brackets are in place your Tunbridge Wells orthodontist will select an archwire that fits into the slot built into each bracket, connecting them all together. The wires are held in using tiny little rubber bands, the colour of which you get to choose, and then change at subsequent appointments.<\/p>\n<p>You will return to see your specialist orthodontist every 6 to 8 weeks to have the braces adjusted and tightened. At this appointment, your orthodontist may change the wire and will replace all the coloured elastics with fresh ones.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How do metal braces work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The wires will work to gently align the teeth, and your orthodontist may also use auxiliaries such as elastics, springs and power chain to produce the perfect result.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What happens at the end of my metal braces treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Once your teeth are beautifully straight and the treatment has been completed the brackets are easily removed from the teeth and all the glue polished off without leaving a trace left on the teeth. At Tunbridge Wells Orthodontics, we will fit bonded retainers behind the front teeth which come with a 3 year guarantee, as well as providing you with backup retainers to be worn at night-time.<\/p>\n<p>A very good standard of oral hygiene is essential for patients wearing fixed braces to prevent any unwanted side effect such as decalcification and dental caries. 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