7 reasons to install American Orthodontics braces

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American company American Orthodontics Corp. (American Orthodontics) has been in business for over forty years. It entered the Russian market a little over 10 years ago. All this time, she has managed to stay afloat thanks to the fact that she is constantly updating and expanding her product line, producing high-quality braces for every taste - metal, ceramic and the most aesthetically pleasing sapphire. The company pays great attention not only to the quality of products, but also to the professional training of orthodontists, because the final result of treatment largely depends on the skill of the attending physician.

The company is one of the few to market miniature-sized bracket systems with a low profile - metal Mini Master, which are characterized by increased comfort and wide application possibilities (for example, for increased crowding of teeth).

Brand information

American Orthodontics is a company that is one of the most popular in the production of orthodontic systems. All products are of high quality. The company’s specialists are constantly upgrading their brace systems; they are firmly established in their position, thanks to which doctors often recommend such designs to patients in dental clinics.

American Orthodontics manufactures ligature, metal, ceramic and non-ligature braces. But sapphire products are characterized by their ease of installation. For their production, artificially grown sapphire crystals are used.

The resulting stone cannot reflect light rays and does not transmit them, so it is absolutely invisible on the teeth. Each lock is subjected to intensive polishing, making it as smooth as possible. The only drawback of the manufactured products is their high cost.

Features of braces

• wide range of products: among the braces produced by the company, there are classic metal, invisible ceramic and aesthetic sapphire systems. Some of them are ligature: this means that the doctor can independently regulate the pressure of the arc in the braces. Others are produced using advanced non-ligation or self-ligating technology, which reduces the number of visits to the orthodontist due to the fact that the system itself selects the required tension,
• innovative “smart” approach: a feature of the company is the release to the market of models of combined braces, which can be both self-ligating and ligature, or at any time during treatment the doctor can change from passive to active technology. This allows you to solve even the most complex clinical situations and make treatment more effective,
• quality control during production: 98% of all company products are manufactured in our own facility in the USA,
• the desire for maximum aesthetics: the company is trying to improve in this regard even metal braces, which are considered the least aesthetic. The latest models of such plates have been reduced by almost a quarter (Mini Master models), although they have not lost their advantages. The small size makes the structure less noticeable on the teeth, significantly increasing patient comfort,
• Maximum Retention technology: used in the manufacture of metal and ceramic braces. This is a patented bracket base that has a cellular structure. Due to this, the contact area with the adhesive becomes larger, and the fastening, accordingly, is more reliable. The base of each plate has a rounded anatomical shape. This makes it easier to install the bracket and makes its adhesion to the enamel stronger,
• Quad-Matte technology: used in the manufacture of sapphire braces. This fastening method involves a stronger fixation of the plate in its center and a weaker fixation around the perimeter. Thanks to this, at the end of the treatment period, the bracket can be removed even without special tools, without damaging the enamel or breaking the structure,
• Broad support of orthodontists: American Orthodontics is a major partner of the American Association of Orthodontists, which entails the company's support for research and scientific projects, young teachers and scientists, and practicing orthodontists. In Russia, the company also focuses on training specialists - regular training, trainings and seminars are held for doctors.

Advantages and disadvantages

American Orthodontics sapphire braces are in wide demand for the following reasons:

1. Braces are almost invisible. Thanks to the presence of transparent elements and a white arc, such designs are not noticeable. They are impossible to see even upon close examination.
2. In certain cases, such designs can be considered as decoration.
3. Discomfort of a physical and psychological nature when wearing products is minimal. The design is characterized by maximum compactness and smoothness, so that the mucous membranes are not injured.
4. If we draw an analogy with other orthodontic systems, then when installing an American Orthodontics design, the adjustment period is very short.
5. The color of the sapphire elements does not change throughout the entire duration of therapy.
6. The brace system does not lead to significant impairments in diction.
7. The materials used by American Orthodontics specialists do not cause allergies, as they are completely hypoallergenic.

It is definitely worth considering the disadvantages of the design, because the presented products also have them. It is impossible to ignore the following design flaws of American Orthodontics:

• to completely solve the problem, it is necessary to wear the structure much longer, which cannot be said about metal structures;
• more careful care is required;
• high cost of construction, much higher than that of metal structures.

These shortcomings are considered minor, since this does not affect the popularity of the products presented. All those people who used the considered designs are very pleased with the results obtained.

Getting to know the brand

American Orthodontics Corporation was founded in 1968 in Wisconsin, USA.
Since its opening, the company has been testing the quality of orthodontic products and servicing specialists. The company soon launched its own line of products, and today American Orthodontics is one of the largest dental product companies with consistently growing profits.

98% of all products are manufactured in Wisconsin, where there is a huge factory for the production and assembly of various dental structures . The company has opened its representative offices in more than 100 countries and has the status of products of the highest quality.

American Orthodontics regularly exchanges experience with foreign partners, conducts training at research institutes and laboratories, and social campaigns dedicated to dental care issues.

In addition, the manufacturer has been awarded several times for promoting the economy and for the excellent quality of exported goods.

The range of products includes:

• braces (ligature, self-ligating, cosmetic made of translucent ceramics, etc.);
• buccal tubes;
• lingual bite correction systems;
• dental instruments;
• arches for bracket systems;
• rings and ligatures;
• mini implants;
• toothbrushes;
• adhesive compounds, etc.

Thus, the concern has a wide range of dental products, the sale of which is aimed at both professional institutions and mass buyers.

Not only are we producing products that are familiar all over the world, but we are also developing our own unique technologies that compare favorably with other developments.

Advanced equipment, innovative technologies and high-quality products allow you to optimize and improve your usual dental treatment practices.

Since 2013, a representative office of a corporation called American Orthodontics Group has been operating in Russia, which is the official distributor of the company.

The association not only sells the brand’s products, but also, together with the Department of Orthodontics of the MKMSU and the Professional Society of Orthodontists of Russia, organizes training, seminars and educational events.

Thanks to the American Orthodontics Group, the turnover of American Orthodontics Corporation products has been established in Russia, as well as the installation of equipment manufactured by the concern, and the introduction of innovative treatment technologies.

What makes American Orthodontics successful?

The company itself has identified three main tasks for itself, which have become its motto:

1. Use of quality materials.
2. Personalized service.
3. Reliable and safe delivery.

Many famous dental clinics use materials from the American concern, leave positive reviews and count on long-term cooperation.
The company gained popularity among dentists due to the Education section on the official website. Thanks to large profits, American businessmen create special courses for employees of dental clinics, and most of them are free.

For several decades, not a single complaint has been received that has legal or judicial consequences. Large concerns with established supplies around the world rarely have such statistics; moreover, the products are provided with a guarantee confirming the quality and reliability of the product.

Another innovation that helped American Orthodontics take one of the first places in popularity is direct communication with the consumer.

That is, in addition to working with the main buyers (dental clinics), there is also work with ordinary people. Specialists are interested in side effects, adaptation times and pricing policies in a particular country. This helps not only improve existing technologies, but also create new ones based on feedback.

Product advantages

Self-ligating braces from American Orthodontics feature the most advanced mechanism in their class and combine treatment efficiency with system aesthetics. The integrated locking clip holds the system's arc much better than a traditional ligature, which stains and wears off over time, affecting the quality of treatment.

The devices have a low profile and physiologically adapted hook design. The hooks themselves, depending on the requirements of the clinical case, can be fixed to 3, 4 or 5 dental units. The low profile and rounded edges of the design minimize trauma to the cheeks and gums.

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For the base of the plates, a patented Quad-Matte material is used, which provides a stronger connection with the dental tissue in the center of the bracket, and a weaker connection at the edges.

This allows you to securely fix the system during the treatment period, at the same time minimally injure the enamel, and then comfortably remove the system after completion of the course.

The absence of a ligature eliminates staining of device elements and provides a more aesthetic appearance. Thanks to this, the braces remain transparent throughout the entire course of treatment.

In addition to all the listed advantages, American Orthodontics provides a wide selection of braces models for various clinical cases and financial capabilities of the client. The physiological design ensures quick adaptation to braces and optimal treatment time.

Preparatory activities

You are just a few steps away from visiting a doctor to have a perfect smile. Before installing the product, it is necessary to carry out a number of preparatory actions:

1. First, the doctor performs a visual examination and prescribes a series of studies to diagnose malocclusion.
2. Before installing a dental structure, it is worthwhile to sanitize the oral cavity. In this case, all inflammations, caries are treated and tartar and plaque are eliminated.
3. Additional diagnostics are required. This includes tomography and teleradiography.
4. The next stage takes place without the participation of the patient. It involves the manufacture of a braces system.

Orthodontic arches

An arch is an element that creates pressure on the teeth, which accompanies their alignment. The most necessary tool for the braces system.

• Stainless Steel Wire

At the same time, there are other models that differ from each other, but are included in the same line:

• Stainless Steel Straight Woven Wire (eight-strand arc in the shape of a rectangle);
• Twist Stainless Steel Wire (three-core with spring elements);
• Co-Ax Stainless Steel (a six-wire type that is used to quickly straighten teeth).

All of them are made from the same material - medical steel.

• Beta Titanium Wire

The material is a special titanium alloy, which is hypoallergenic and safe for the body. Very strong archwires, recommended for use for clients who have noticeable severe bite problems.

• Thermo-Ti Wire

They are used in dental clinics if the patient does not have severe curvature. It differs in that the action begins at elevated temperatures (about 35 degrees), and works well at room temperature.

Stainless Steel Wire

The list of stainless steel arches includes the following products:

• Stainless Steel Straight Woven Wire (eight-core rectangular arc);
• TwistStainlessSteelWire (three-core unformed arc);
• Co-AxStainlessSteel (six-core unformed arc).

All of them are made of the highest quality medical steel, thanks to their high melting point. Such arches have ideal tensile strength and are least susceptible to brittleness when bending and squeezing.

Therma-Ti Wire

This type of arc contains titanium. The alloy becomes active at body temperature - at room temperature it is soft, but in the oral cavity it acquires the necessary hardness. This arch is optimal during the initial phase of treatment.

Beta Titanium Wire

Arcs of this type are highly effective and can be used for all phases of treatment. They do not contain nickel, which makes them suitable for allergy sufferers.

The archwire composition is highly flexible and is twice as resilient as stainless steel archwires. They are elongated, which allows you to create multiple bends.

Rigidity is intermediate between nickel-titanium products and stainless steel arches.

Installation of American Orthodontics braces

The process of installing braces is tedious for the patient. Initially, the doctor performs oral hygiene. All teeth must be treated so that there is no inflammation.

At the next stage, the locks are attached to the front teeth. For this, special glue is used. Then comes the installation of the wire arc. It plays an important role in the process of aligning the bite and teeth. The process of installing braces is completely painless. But here the patient requires patience and attentiveness on the part of the orthodontist.

Indications and contraindications for installation

There are a number of reasons why braces may be installed, such as:

• improper development of front teeth;
• malocclusion during its formation in children;
• improperly formed bite in adults;
• cosmetic correction of the facial profile;
• alignment of the dentition with unerupted permanent teeth.

It is worth remembering that there are also contraindications to the use of braces. We are talking about multiple fillings, crowns, caries, and poor oral hygiene. In addition, the system cannot be installed if the patient suffers from general somatic or mental illnesses. However, first things first.

Recommendations after installation

To get excellent results and reduce the likelihood of caries, you must adhere to the following recommendations:

1. Thorough cleaning of the oral cavity. It is necessary to brush your teeth after every meal, using special tools. This is a medium-hard brush, dental floss, orthodontic brushes and an irrigator.
2. Be sure to visit the orthodontist. Immediately after installation of the structure, you need to create an individual schedule of visits. The specialist is obliged to monitor all changes that occur during therapy. If necessary, be sure to make adjustments.
3. You cannot use chewing gum. The diet should not contain marmalade, nuts, seeds and other solid foods. The patient should definitely study the material about proper food while wearing braces.

If you follow the presented rules during therapy, then no serious problems will arise. In just a short period of time you will become the owner of a beautiful smile. The duration of wearing braces is strictly individual. It is related to the severity of the defect. The more complex the pathological process, the longer the dental structure will need to be worn.

During correction, it is important to properly care for your teeth and oral cavity. It is the dentist who will be able to tell you about all the nuances of hygiene with braces. If any changes occur during therapy, you need to immediately inform him about it.

Sources used:

• https://www.americanortho.com/
• Alana K. Saxe, DMD/Lenore J. Louie, MSc, DMD/James Mah, DDS, MSc, DMSc, World Journal of Orthodontics, 2010
• Chilikin, V.N. Latest technologies in aesthetic dentistry / V.N. Chilikin. - M.: MEDpress-inform, 2007.

Rings and ligatures

Another element for bracket systems. This instrument is used for individual characteristics of the dental cavity.

The lineup:

• Short Twist Kobayashi Hook. The material is steel, non-corrosive, there is a hook at the end of the structure.
• Colored Ligatures. Elastic system in which the number of rings is 24.
• Memory Chain. It is used for minor diseases when high traction force and low pressure are needed.
• Colored Plastic Chain. The material is polyurethane, the design is hypoallergenic and does not contain latex.
• Separators and Wedges. Hypoallergenic latex-free polyurethane rings.
• Wild Life Elastic. Pulls that are placed between the jaws. Rarely used by dentists.

Reviews of Mini Master braces

Ivan: For some time I was embarrassed about my teeth, which were crooked as a result of the early loss of six. Then he decided to undergo orthodontic treatment. In terms of cost, features and appearance, Mini Master braces suited me. They are noticeable on the teeth, but do not repel the interlocutor with their appearance. I wore the system for a year and a half, after which I became the owner of an attractive smile.

Anna: I spent a long time trying to persuade my teenage son to get braces. I showed him the results and the treatment process on the Internet and set him up in every possible way. When he agreed to see an orthodontist, we were recommended the Mini Master system. My son was primarily interested in whether they were ligature or not. He wanted to change the color of the ligatures with each adjustment, so as not to get tired of the monotonous appearance of dental “decorations”. When the doctor said that this was possible with this system, there was no need for any more persuasion.

Alina: For a long time I was looking for an inexpensive and effective orthodontic system for myself and settled on Mini Master braces. The doctor promised that in 19 months my teeth would be straightened, and showed me on the computer what they would look like. She agreed without hesitation. At first my teeth hurt a lot. I even took painkillers. Now everything is fine (I’ve been wearing it for the third month). I'm looking forward to the moment when I see a perfect smile in the mirror.