Among the different types of existing appliances; the removable orthodontics offers an advantage over any other system: Convenience.
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What is removable orthodontics?
Any type of device used in the application of treatments of this dental specialty, which can be removed by the patient himself (hence its name), is known as removable orthodontics.
For this reason, braces are left out of this class; since regardless of the material used for their manufacture, these are classified as fixed systems.
What kind of problems does removable orthodontics correct?
First of all, it should be clarified that until recently removable appliances were only suitable for children during interceptive orthodontic treatment; But all this changed with the appearance of the revolutionary transparent aligners of the invisalign system.
Consequently, today it is possible to treat and/or correct almost any type of orthodontic problem with removable appliances.
In children
Interceptive orthodontics is one of the most important treatments in children aged between 6 and 12 years; stage in which bone development problems can be corrected that in the future can only be achieved by applying orthognathic surgery.
Consequently, over the years a wide variety of removable models have been developed that are still fully functional today; being employed by specialists to correct cases of:
- Cross bite.
- Prognathism.
- Crowding.
- gaps.
- Avulsion.
Undoubtedly, the main advantage offered by the childhood stage is that we can act early; this being the reason why parents should consider the first preventive consultation of their child around the age of 6.
In adults
Unquestionably, the reality of an adult differs from the freedom that is enjoyed in the early years: Work, social and affective commitments make us think of the aesthetic aspect as a very important element of daily life.
Consequently, for a long time orthodontic systems have tried to adapt their designs to introduce innovative materials that, in addition to being functional, can be called invisible.
Although there have been many attempts, the only system to achieve complete transparency and that also classifies as removable orthodontics, is the one that makes up the Invisalign transparent aligners.
As a result of the application of innovative technology and thanks to the introduction of a non-deformable material; Invisalign aligners are capable of correcting virtually any problem that comes their way; and thanks to their continuous evolution, they are now also an option for children (Invisalign First) and adolescents (Invisalign Teen).
Advantages and disadvantages of removable orthodontics
In addition to knowing what removable orthodontics is and how it works, the points for or against this type of treatment can help you take into account some considerations:
Advantages
- Greatly facilitates oral hygiene.
- They are much less aggressive and preserve tooth enamel.
- In the case of Invisalign, its modern technology and computer software provide greater precision compared to other conventional systems.
Disadvantages
- The advantage offered by being able to remove them at will, can play against (especially when it comes to children or patients who do not assume the commitment with their treatment).
- The cleaning of the device must be taken care of at all times; this being the origin of diseases when the appropriate protocols are not followed.
- There is always the possibility of losing or causing damage to the appliance once it has been removed from the patient's mouth.
After analyzing all this information, you will surely have a little more clarity about the context of removable orthodontics to make it an option that you can take advantage of.
For this reason, we invite you to schedule your next appointment so that you receive the necessary guidance and we can schedule your treatment together; combining your functional and aesthetic needs.
You can also request your budget without commitments and consult the financing plans available so that you can immediately acquire the orthodontic system you want.
