Permanent braces are bonded onto teeth for the entire period of the orthodontic treatment. Depending on the type of material used to manufacture orthodontic locks, there are metal, porcelain, composite or single crystal braces. Depending on the structure of the braces, there are traditional braces which require using elastics or ligatures, or self-ligating braces.

 

Permanent braces, upper and lower, 3M Unitek Victory series, metal locks bonded to the surface of teeth; an orthodontic arch is fixed to the locks using elastic ligatures; it places teeth in the desired position.  

 

Permanent braces, upper and lower, 3M Unitek Clarity Advanced – aesthetic ceramic locks similar in color to the patient’s teeth bonded to the surface of teeth; an orthodontic arch is fixed to the locks using elastic ligatures; it places teeth in the desired position.