Self-Ligating
Metal Damon Braces
Damon Braces
We
live in a very image-conscious society and impressions are made
within a few seconds. Straightening teeth makes a difference
and can ultimately make or break your chances of getting certain
opportunities.
The
Damon System is not just a new product, it's a whole new way
of treating patients. Conventional treatment often requires
removal of healthy teeth and/or the use of palatal expanders
to make space. This approach is often uncomfortable, takes longer,
and can leave a narrower arch and a flat profile. Damon smiles
are full, natural 10-tooth smiles achieved with light biologically-sensible
forces, and are specifically designed to improve the overall
facial result of each patient.
Braces
are the beginning, but the system makes the smile.
Certified
Damon System doctors combine three key components, which when
used together, deliver faster treatment, fewer appointments,
greater comfort, and consistent high-quality results:
1. Damon passive self-ligating braces that
eliminate the need for elastic or metal "ties". With
Damon tie-less braces you can experience treatment without tightening.
2.
Light high-technology shape-memory wires that move teeth faster
and require fewer adjustments.
3.
A new clinically proven treatment approach that aligns your
teeth and enhances your facial aesthetics - usually without
extractions or rapid palatal expanders.
Our
smiles are a big part of our identity and how we are perceived
by our peers. Consider this – in a recent survey of more than
1,000 Australian (age 18 and over), 72% of the respondents agreed
that people of all ages with healthy straight teeth are typically
treated better in social situations than those with noticeably
crooked teeth. Conversely, nearly half said that crooked teeth
leave a negative first impression. With the breakthrough technology
of the Damon System, it’s easier than ever to improve your smile
and experience the difference:
•
Confidence to excel in school, work and personal life
• Clearer speech for interviews, public speaking, etc.
Compared
to some of the other ‘extreme’ cosmetic procedures available
today, improving your smile is one of the most valuable investments
you can make to improve your overall appearance for a lifetime.
A straight smile is a healthy
smile
A
nice smile is not only beautiful, it also promotes good health:
•
Straight and evenly spaced teeth are easier to keep clean, providing
better oral health. Properly aligned teeth chew more efficiently,
which can aid in digestion.
Ideally aligned teeth create a more perfect bite, which can
reduce stress, headaches, and strain on your supporting bone
and tissue.
•
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, crooked
and crowded teeth are hard to clean and maintain. This may contribute
to conditions that cause not only tooth decay but also eventual
gum disease and tooth loss.
When left untreated, many orthodontic problems become worse,
contributing to abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, inefficient
chewing function, excessive stress on gum tissue and the bone
that supports the teeth, or misalignment of the jaw joints,
which can result in chronic headaches or pain in the face or
neck. Treatment by a specialist to correct the original problem
is often less costly than the additional dental care required
to treat more serious problems that can develop in later years.
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Uncompromised
results with the Damon System
Some
advertised removable clear aligners may seem like a tempting
alternative to real braces. However, clear aligner trays require
continuous compliance and don’t move teeth as efficiently as
real braces, so even the simplest crowded cases can take far
longer to complete. Whether your smile needs minor improvements
or more extensive correction, the Damon System treats even the
most challenging cases such as overbites, underbites, and even
crossbites with higher quality results, in far less time and
with greater comfort than aligner treatment or even conventional
braces.
Improving your smile is faster, more comfortable, and more discreet
today than ever and has a dramatically positive impact, so the
question isn’t why should you straighten your teeth, but why
wouldn't you?With the Damon System, treatment time is typically
shorter than with conventional braces. And shorter treatment
time means fewer appointments and a beautiful smile...faster.
You may be surprised at how fast.
•
Up to 6 months shorter treatment time
• Significantly fewer office visits
More
comfort with tie-less braces.
The
days of having braces tightened are over. This revolutionary
new approach to orthodontics ensures greater comfort throughout
treatment. That's because Damon System braces have a unique
slide mechanism that allows your doctor to use far lighter forces
to move teeth to their correct positions. So not only is your
treatment shorter, it is also far more comfortable. Many people
experience little to no discomfort in treatment.
For
the face, not for the space.
With
conventional braces, orthodontists are often forced to pull
teeth in order to create space for crowded teeth. No one likes
to have teeth removed, and a smile with a full display of teeth
often produces a broader, natural smile and a nicer profile.
The Damon System uses biologically sensible forces which work
with the body's natural adaptive processes to create space naturally,
so doctors using the Damon System can now treat most cases without
extraction.
In the few cases which still require extraction, space is made
to improve facial balance and symmetry to provide a natural
smile and profile that will last as you age.
No
headgear or expanders needed
In
the past, creating space and developing arches required bulky
headgear and palatal expanders. The Damon System's revolutionary
approach uses light, biologically-sensible forces to develop
beautiful natural arches, in most cases without the need for
headgear or palatal expanders. It's far easier and more comfortable
to get the beautiful smile you've always dreamed of.
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Self-Ligating
Ceramic Braces
In-Ovation®
C
In-Ovation®
C is the world’s first ceramic bracket that allows clinicians
to treat patients efficiently and effectively with self-ligation
and GAC’s unique Interactive™ control technology. Interactive
means that doctors can choose the exact level of control that’s
required for each phase of treatment.
Greater
control means better, faster finishing. With In-Ovation C, patients
experience a more comfortable, attractive treatment experience,
while doctors achieve the results they want with less chairtime
and an overall shorter length of treatment.
In-Ovation
C’s exceptionally high translucency and rhodium-coated clip
provide superb aesthetics—a marketable advantage that appeals
to patients of all ages. In terms of better treatment, studies
consistently show that self-ligating brackets significantly
lower frictional forces; offer faster archwire changes; decrease
the number of appointments; and shorten treatment time. In-Ovation
C means you can handle more cases while enhancing treatment
outcome and the patient experience.
Benefits
•
Self-ligation for greater efficiency
• Translucent ceramics for unequalled aesthetics
• Interactive™ technology for precise, selective control
Here
at All Day All Night Dental we are constantly evaluating the
latest advancements in orthodontic technology so that we can
provide the fastest, most effecient results for our patients
without compromising on quality. We are proud to announce one
of our most recent additions is to partner with GAC to provide
to you latest in Self-Ligation technology, the In-Ovation System
Braces. In fact, we are so excited about this techology that
want everyone to benefit from without the aggravation of additional
costs. As a result, we have decided to offer the In-Ovation
system to all of our new patients at the same treatment fee
we have always had! Read all about the new system below and
see if In-Ovation is right for you.
In-Ovation
System Braces
In-Ovation
combines the benefits of self-ligation with GAC’s exclusive
Interactive™ technology—the key to an optimal occlusion. In-Ovation
is the only system with which you can decide the exact degree
of wire-to-bracket engagement that’s correct for each phase
of your patient’s treatment.
Passive for leveling
and alignment Expressive for increased
torque expression Active for timely,
optimal finishing
Why
In-Ovation self-ligation is the right choice for your practice
In-Ovation self-ligating brackets pay immediate dividends in
both efficiency and lower per-patient operating costs.
• Less chairtime for archwire changes
• Fewer office visits
• Shorter overall treatment time
• Exclusive easy-open, easy-close clip technology
Why
the In-Ovation system is the right choice for your patients
In-Ovation enables patients to enjoy a cleaner, more aesthetic
appearance. With far fewer office visits, less discomfort and
faster treatment time than with traditional tie braces, your
patients will have a more positive orthodontic experience.
• Lighter, gentler forces ease teeth into alignment
• No unsightly wires or elastics that retain food and moisture
• Small brackets with a lower profile
• Choice of metal, ceramic or lingual system braces
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Invisible
/ Lingual Braces
Lingual
braces are a great option for those who want straight teeth
and a beautiful smile without showing any braces. Lingual braces
are placed behind the teeth so no one can see them, and yes
we can use lingual braces with the Powerprox Six Month Braces®
Technique, so you can have the smile you always wanted both
quickly and without anyone knowing you are wearing braces.
Is she wearing braces?
Yes,
she is wearing braces behind the teeth so no one can see them!
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Lingual
Braces – Frequently Asked Questions
Can
any dentist provide lingual braces?
No.
Lingual braces require special training. The technique is very
different than regular braces. Dr. Phillip F. Ajaje was trained
by one of the most respected leaders in the field of lingual
braces.
Can
you use lingual braces on both the upper and lower teeth?
Yes
we can. Another common combination is upper lingual braces with
lower clear braces.
Do
lingual braces cost more than regular braces?
Yes. Since the lingual braces
have to be custom made to fit your teeth and the lingual braces
treatment requires special training for the doctor, lingual
braces are generally more expensive than regular braces.Are
Lingual braces harder to adjust to than regular braces?
Both
regular braces and lingual braces require an adjustment period.
The difference is that lingual braces will affect the tongue,
whereas regular braces affect the lips and cheeks. Also your
speech may initially be affected with lingual braces. We use
various comfort aids to help you through this adjustment period.
This period usually lasts from 1 to 4 weeks..
Are
the final results as good with lingual braces as they are with
regular braces?
Yes. You will have straight
teeth and a beautiful smile and no one will know you are wearing
braces.
Pros
Other
people can't see the brackets unless they look inside your mouth.
Cons
They
tend to hurt your tongue and make it difficult to speak at first.
They tend to be more expensive than traditional metal, because
treatment is specialized.
Treatment
can take a few months longer than traditional braces.
Your orthodontist must be specially trained in lingual treatment.
Not every orthodontist does lingual treatment.
If you have severe problems, or need certain types of appliances,
lingual treatment may not be applicable.
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