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Get Faster Treatment with Damon Braces

Damon braces are an innovative form or orthodontic technology. Although they serve the same basic function as traditional braces, they help people reach their orthodontic goals in a much shorter period. Best of all, they apply far less pressure and force to the natural tooth structures to get them to move into the desired positions. Thus, this treatment is currently the least invasive way to correct tooth alignment and balance out bite forces.

How Damon Braces Work

While arch wires are attached to brackets with elastic ligatures in traditional braces, Damon braces are self-litigating. This means that the brackets have their special component that is fashioned around the wire to keep it firmly in place. This arrangement makes the entire system far less conspicuous and far less likely to place undue pressure on the teeth. Patients can even choose clear bracket systems for optimal confidence throughout the treatment period.

Excess Friction

There are other benefits that people can gain from opting for Damon braces rather than traditional straightening systems. Given that less pressure is applied to the natural teeth, there are also far fewer risks of damaging the existing tooth structures while correcting alignment. This patented system applies only the most nominal amount of friction between the bracket slot and wire, thereby allowing for optimal tooth health and minimal discomfort. It is also important to note that the elastic ties found in traditional brace systems attract plaque and calculus that can lead to the decalcification of the teeth, causing unattractive white spots. Patients with Damon braces, however, are not likely to experience these issues.

Shorter Treatment Times and Fewer Office Visits

Among the greatest advantages supplied by Damon braces are shorter treatment times and fewer office visits. These systems can shorten realignment procedures by as much as four to six months when compared to treatment times for traditional braces. Moreover, orthodontic appointments can be scheduled as far apart as every ten weeks. Overall, patients can count on having approximately 47 percent fewer appointments when using this technology, which in turn makes these efforts extremely convenient. Cleaning the natural tooth structures is also far easier, given that there are fewer obstacles for patients to overcome.

Treatments times for patients using this technology are drastically shortened as the result of limited pressure. Given that the system does not tightly bind the teeth, realignment can occur at a more rapid rate. The teeth have ample range of motion for migrating into the desired positions, even as they are subjected to far less pain.

How to Know if Damon Braces Are Right for You

Damon braces are among the most aesthetically pleasing alignment devices available. They are also among the most efficient. You can shorten your treatment time, protect your natural tooth structures and minimize your discomfort by opting to use this relatively new technology. The teeth and the surrounding soft tissues will be far easier to clean and maintain throughout the treatment period. Best of all, you can opt for clear Damon braces for a truly inconspicuous look and greater levels of confidence. Talking with Dr. Michael Ragan about your treatment goals and the benefits of Damon braces is the first step in learning whether or not this system is right for you. Contact Ragan Orthodontics today to schedule your consultation.