Conventional braces
Metallic
Conventional metal braces in the straight arch technique have been on the market for around 25 years, they are made of a metal alloy that allows the brackets to be biocompatible with the oral cavity.
These conventional braces come in different prescriptions, the prescriptions are the information that is contained within the brackets , and it is what will allow the teeth to be located in the correct positions during the treatment.
The straight bow technique has been in constant evolution for the past 25 years. For this, dental treatments and the introduction of new materials have been essential.
Advantages and disadvantages of using conventional metal brackets:
Advantages:
They are cheap
They work for any type of treatment
They are biocompatible in most patients
Disadvantages:
Increase treatment time by increasing friction
They are not aesthetic
Patients may feel a little more discomfort
