Fixed Braces
Fixed braces, often also referred to as traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces. For many years they had a reputation for being uncomfortable and cumbersome. Today’s braces are more comfortable than ever before.
Made using high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. Today’s brackets are much smaller and less noticeable than the notorious “metal-mouth” braces than many adults remember.
What are fixed braces?
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Fixed braces are often referred to as ‘train track’ braces. The orthodontist attaches metal or tooth-coloured brackets to the teeth that are being realigned. The next step is to run a special wire over the brackets to pull the teeth into the right position.
Because the brackets are adhered to the teeth, patients won’t be able to take the braces off during the course of treatment.
Ceramic braces are the same size and shape as metal braces. They have tooth-coloured or clear brackets that blend in with the natural colour of the teeth. The primary difference between ceramic and traditional braces relates to the type of orthodontic brackets that are bonded to the patient’s teeth. With ceramic braces, the brackets are clear or tooth-coloured, not metal.
With both methods, there’s still a metal wire that runs across the patient’s teeth and is held in place using elastic bands.
This difference in the colour of the brackets really does help to make it less obvious to others that a person is wearing braces, especially from a distance.
What conditions can fixed braces treat?
Orthodontic solutions are needed when patients have a need to improve the overall appearance and functionality of their teeth. Teeth braces can treat crooked or crowded teeth, under bites, overbites, and gaps between teeth.
Orthodontic treatments can also be used to treat more serious concerns like disorders of the jaw joins and incorrect jaw positioning.
The best way to determine which solution is best to meet your unique dental and orthodontic needs is to discuss your oral health with your orthodontist at your consultation.
What are some other teeth straightening solutions?
Traditional fixed braces remain the most popular in orthodontic solutions. There are several other options available to patients looking to get that beautiful straight smile.
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The Invisalign tray system is an option for those looking for a more gradual and graduated solution to straightening teeth.
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This orthodontic solution is a much more discreet solution for patients who perhaps aren’t all that enthused about having very visible braces for more than a year at a time.
Prior to being fitted with your braces your dentist will need to ensure that your teeth are in good healthy shape. This could mean taking care of any fillings that are needed, performing root canal therapy or extracting teeth that have otherwise been contributing to overcrowding in the mouth.
Once this has been taken care of, you’ll be ready for the braces to be affixed to your teeth. The entire procedure should take just one visit and you’ll be able to resume your day.
Those who have new metal or ceramic braces are encouraged to alter their diet temporarily. There should be no pain during the procedure and there should be no pain once the braces are in place. There may however be a little bit of sensitivity and tenderness as patients adjust to the sensation of the new braces. Adjusting a diet to include softer foods can also help to ensure that the tenderness is minimised.
Perhaps one of the best advantages to fixed braces is that they are exceptionally effective at resolving a number of orthodontic concerns. They may take a bit longer than some other orthodontic solutions but they can treat a wider range of concerns.
For those who are looking for purely cosmetic solutions, some of the other orthodontic options might be the better option.
Fixed braces are very visible. This can be quite concerning to teenagers and even adults who perhaps don’t want a mouth of visible braces. The ceramic braces do offer a more discreet alternative to their metal counterparts.
Fixed braces are amongst the most affordable in orthodontic options. This makes them an attractive option for patients of all ages. How much do fixed braces cost?
At Crown Dental we have many years of solid experience helping our patients get those beautiful straight smiles. We offer a wide range of dental treatments, with very competitive pricing plans at our clinic. If you are looking for fixed braces, you’ve come to the right place. Take a look at our prices listed below or call our clinic to book your appointment.
Initial Consultation
€40
Orthodontic Analysis and Treatment Plan
€95
Including examination, impression panoramic and cephalometric x-ray
Fixed Braces for Children
from €3500
Fixed Braces for Adults
from €4000
Six Month Smiles
€2150 / €3000
Invisalign go
from €3300
clear aligners
Invisalign Full
from €4500
Why Choose Crown Dental?
Our goal is providing our patients with the most suitable preventive , restorative and cosmetic care with some „tender loving dental care” that is functional, comfortable and long-lasting.
It is very important to us to help all of our our patients to keep all of their teeth in good condition in the long term whenever possible. All our colleagues are motivated and enthusiastic about dentistry, and have a passion for their work and for the care of our patients.
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I was very lucky to come across Crown Dental 8 years ago. While other dentists were offering extremely complicated and unaffordable treatments, Erika came up with a much simpler and affordable solution to my issues. I have been going to Crown Dental all these years and have got all my dental work done there: crowns, extractions, cleanings and check-ups... I would definitely recommend Erika and her team in Crown Dental to anyone looking for a top quality, reliable and friendly dentist.
Sergio Escalante
May 1, 2021 -
Find Crown Dental provide excellent dental service... Over several years have had Implants a Crown, Root Canal and Clean and Polish done....The whole range... Receptionist Napsugar dentist Dr Erika and her assistant Melinda are all very professional friendly and skillful team even with complex dental work... The painful bit at the end the bill is very competitive and good value for money. Never had occasion to return with any problems over work done....
john feely
May 1, 2020 -
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I've been a patient at Crown Dental for over 6 years. When I was younger I played professional Rugby and lost a good number of my front teeth due to a freak-accident (knee in the face). For years I had a denture, which was a hassle to eat with. It also made me self conscious in social interactions, until I could bare it no longer. Crown Dental was recommended to me and it literally changed my life in so many ways! Over this period I had 4 implants, 5 crowns, 1 bridge and several root canals done, along with a couple of fillings and cleanings. I now have an amazing smile that all my friends and family are complimenting me about, it restored my confidence and gave me a brighter outlook on life. Thank you Dr. Erika for changing my life.
max schuman
June 8, 2019 -
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I was always very conscious of my teeth, never showed them on pictures. It was the best decision of my life to get braces at Crown Dental. I can honestly say it changed my life. I can't stop smiling, it boosted my confidence, I feel like a different person. Thank you dr. Laura for changing my life.
Niamh O'Sullivan
December 19, 2018 -
The injection doctor was very patient and very nice. These two stars are for the doctor's attitude. Otherwise, I would give negative stars. The lip injection was not that painful, was acceptable,but I was not satisfied with the shape of my lips. Also the lower lip should be thicker than the upper lip, but my lower lip is very thin compared to my upper lip. According to what I asked, they only used With a 0.6-0.7ml lip filler, shouldn’t we make the best use of all 1ml? The price I purchased is also 1ml. Moreover, I could ask in advance and tell me to use the coupon they gave me, but in the end I was not allowed to use it even after I checked it out, which made my mood worse today and my desire to patronize again in the future.
miyu J
February 11, 2024 -
Myself and my family has seen Dr. Erika Barta regularly. Crown Dental helped our family in many ways, we always attend for regular check-ups and cleanings. And also got implants and bridges done by Crown Dental. The staff is very helpful and professional. The environment is very relaxed, you don't feel going to the dentist 🙂 . I always recommend the clinic to my friends.
szabi 75
December 18, 2018 -
Both myself and my husband have been Dr Erika's patients for over a decade. Crown dental is the cleanest, most equipped dental practice I have ever been to. Both dentists and the nurses are highly qualified and are brilliant with nervous patients. My husband had a dental implant done here with A+ results. Their prices are highly competitive but without compromising on quality. We cannot recommend them highly enough.
Lilla Hamvas
February 16, 2019
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