Top rating of the best bracket systems by price-quality in 2022

A snow-white smile and even beautiful teeth have not been the privilege of only Hollywood actors for a long time. Turning to an experienced orthodontist, you can correct the bite and other anomalies of the jaw with the help of modern braces. But the question immediately arises: “What types of bracket systems exist, and what is the fundamental difference between some models and others?”

How to choose the right braces?

The main factors influencing the choice of a particular bracket system.

• type of malocclusion;
• the need to remove any teeth;
• the need for surgical intervention;
• the severity of the deviation;
• professionalism of the attending physician;
• the financial capacity of the patient;
• the term for obtaining the desired result;
• doctor's wishes.

Classification of braces.

• according to the material of manufacture;
• according to the method of fastening;
• according to the method of binding the arc with the braces themselves.

Types of bracket systems according to the material of manufacture.

Metal.

The most common and most reliable devices. This is a type of braces for teeth at a price that will not hit the budget too much, but such systems look unattractive. However, a compromise solution has now been found in orthodontics - metal braces made of steel or alloys with a Teflon coating, which gives the braces a white tint, due to which they are not so conspicuous.

• high strength;
• color does not change during operation;
• it will take less time to correct;
• treatment with these devices is less painful.

• immediately after installation, they cause inconvenience;
• they irritate the gums more than other similar designs.

Average price: 15,000 rubles.

Titanium.

This bracket system is used in cases where the patient is allergic to certain alloys from which brackets are made.

Titanium is the only metal that is not an allergen as such. It does not react with any liquid in the human body.It is used not only in orthodontics, but also in surgery, when it is necessary to insert any plate or other foreign structure into the human body in order to keep the patient alive.

Such braces are lighter and more durable.

• ease;
• strength;
• allergic reactions are excluded.

• high price.

Average price: 120,000 rubles

Lingual.

These systems have a distinctive installation method. They are attached to the back of the teeth, thus becoming invisible to other people. Most often, such a bracket system is made of metal.

The patient adapts to them for 3-7 days. There may be a burning sensation, irritation and itching.

• invisibility to others;
• reliability.

• increased term for correction of anomalies;
• high price;
• installation is carried out under the supervision of specially trained specialists;
• at first there may be speech disorders, burning, tooth, irritation, discomfort;
• prohibited with too short front teeth and severe malocclusion.

Average price: 180,000 rubles.

Vestibular.

These are vestibular systems made of medical hypoallergenic plastic. Staples and locks are matched exactly to the color of the patient's teeth, so they are not very noticeable from the outside. In order to make plastic braces more reliable, some manufacturers are experimenting with the composition of the material, while others use a special substrate between the tooth and the bracket, which repeats the anatomical shape of the tooth surface. However, these measures do not always save from breakdowns.

• the possibility of experimenting with the color of the crowns;
• the possibility of using an anatomical substrate;
• more aesthetically beautiful than metal braces.

• frequent chips and splits;
• due to breakdowns, treatment is less effective.

Average price: 25,000 rubles.

Ceramic.

Polycrystalline ceramics based on sapphire and various metal oxides, which reinforce the bracket system, is a very aesthetic solution due to the possibility of selecting the degree of mattness of the material and its shades to match the color of the tooth enamel. Ceramic braces are almost invisible on the teeth, very durable and are not subject to staining with food coloring.

• aesthetic beauty compared to metal and vestibular structures;
• high strength;
• convenient design.

• do not cope with strong anomalies;
• larger in size than metal and vestibular structures;
• treatment lasts longer;
• ligatures can be dyed with the strongest food colorings;
• high price.

Average price: 45,000 rubles.

Sapphire.

Another vestibular system with high aesthetic characteristics. For its manufacture, artificial sapphires are used. They are transparent, shimmer beautifully in certain lighting. Sapphire braces are ideal for those who are sensitive to their appearance, as they look like an exquisite accessory.

• aesthetic beauty;
• shimmer in the sun.

• high price.

Average price: 60,000 rubles.

Combined.

These are vestibular apparatuses made of several materials. Ceramics or sapphires are used in the smile zone, and metal is used in the chewing zone. Braces on the side teeth are not visible to others, so they can even be made of dark metal. In addition, this option helps to significantly save on treatment.

• relatively low cost;
• aesthetics;
• reliability.

• difficult care of the bracket system;
• with a wide smile, metal elements are noticeable.

Average price: 40,000 rubles.

Comparative characteristics of various types of bracket systems.

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Specialists from clinics give advice on choosing braces:

Types of braces according to the method of attachment.

In many ways, the device of all orthodontic braces is identical, they consist of an arc that tightens the bracket, and the braces themselves are fixed on the teeth with a special glue or bond. However, the method of bonding the archwire to the brackets for different structures may differ.
There are three main attachment methods.

Passive mount Damon, United States of America.

The passive mount was developed by Dr. Damon and is by far the best solution in terms of value for money. In fact, it belongs to lock fasteners (vestibular self-ligating, or non-ligating, constructions), but it should be put in a separate category with constructions based on a wire arch with its retention using a sliding retainer.

The minimum mechanical impact on the teeth and the muscular apparatus of the jaw area has a gentle, but very effective and accelerated effect on the entire healing process when correcting the bite. The Damon bracket system is made of neutral metal alloys, and its cost ranges from 15,000 to 35,000 rubles per jaw.

Smart Clip active mount, United States of America.

Also referred to as the Clarity SL or Smart Clip, the Active Attachment is a design that holds the archwire with nitinol retaining clips. When you press the arc, the clips first open and then snap into place, clamping the arc. Another name for these structures is active self-ligating bracket systems.

Castle mount.

Lock fastening, or a ligature-free bracket system, is based on the principle of the effect of ultra-low forces on the process of moving teeth due to minimal friction of the archwire on the grooves of the bracket. The implementation of this principle provides the possibility of obtaining better aesthetic results, as well as avoiding the possible extraction of teeth. At the same time, the treatment time is reduced by about a quarter compared to traditional designs, the intervals for visiting a doctor for preventive purposes are increased to 2–2.5 months.

How to care for braces?

Caring for braces is not an easy task. It is necessary to clean your teeth according to a special technique, to follow certain rules of hygiene.

The following videos will cover this in more detail:

Key manufacturers of braces.

Historically, the main volume of braces for correcting teeth is provided by American and German brands for the production of these structures.American products are more diverse and give more freedom of choice. German brands are a bit late as they are more painstakingly conducting clinical trials. Often, American manufacturers locate their laboratories in Germany, trusting German thoroughness in their work.

For Russians and residents of Europe, this is very beneficial, because they do not have to transport goods from overseas, which has a positive effect on the cost of braces.

This American company has been producing braces for 60 years and is one of the most innovative in the world, its products have won numerous prestigious awards. 3M produces titanium, steel, gold and ceramic braces.

This famous American concern since the mid-50s. of the last century produces several series of bracket systems. Currently, these are non-ligature metal and ceramic, as well as ligature titanium, steel and sapphire bracket systems.

The main feature of this company is that it supplies braces from the manufacturer Damon with American roots.

Damon ligatureless braces are modern systems for teeth alignment and bite correction, which are based on the principle of passive self-ligation. The archwire is held in the groove by a cover that does not put pressure on the archwire. This significantly reduces friction in the system. The movement of teeth occurs under the influence of weak forces and muscles of the face.

Ormco offers the following models of Damon braces:

• Damon Q;
• Damon Clear;
• Damon 3MX;
• Damon 3.

One of the flagships of the global orthodontic industry. It has existed for over forty years. Almost all products of this company are manufactured in the USA.Braces are offered ligature and non-ligature metal, ceramic, plastic, sapphire.

What to choose anyway?

In terms of efficiency, all devices are the same. Therefore, when choosing a system, you must be guided by your own budget, aesthetic requirements and quality characteristics.

The least expensive and most proven option would be metal braces. Prices for plastic braces are also low, but in terms of strength, these structures are significantly inferior to metal ones. If aesthetics is a priority, then it is better to give preference to ceramic or sapphire vestibular systems, as well as lingual braces, which will cost more than others.

However, one should not forget that a corrective system should be chosen after a preliminary consultation with an orthodontist, who will talk about the types of braces and their cost, and advise the patient on the most effective device in an individual case.