Fixed braces
The classic bracket brace: brackets on the teeth connected by a flexible wire. Not user-removable and highly effective for extensive corrections.
What are fixed braces?
The fixed brace, also called bracket brace, cannot be removed by the wearer. It consists of brackets bonded to the teeth. Sometimes metal rings (bands) with small tubes go around the molars. A flexible wire runs through the brackets and tubes. There are also other fixed braces such as the hyrax, attached to the molars with rings.
Who is it for?
Brackets are suitable for everyone from the mixed-dentition phase onward. In special cases, preparatory work may be required first with a different brace or surgery. Fixed braces are particularly suited for more extensive corrections requiring precise control.
Step by step
- Step 1
Intake
First meeting and discussion of your wishes. We take scans, X-rays, and mouth and face photos and prepare a digital treatment plan.
- Step 2
Placement
The brackets are bonded to the teeth and the wire is applied. Sometimes additional rings are placed around the molars.
- Step 3
Check-ups
Every 4, 8 or 12 weeks we have a check-up where the wire is replaced or adjusted, rubber bands are placed, and progress is reviewed.
- Step 4
Removal
At the end of active treatment the brackets are removed and the teeth are polished. We discuss which retainer will give the best long-term result.
What do fixed braces cost?
Costs depend on treatment duration and complexity. A full list of prices and codes can be found on the tariffs page.
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