- Removable appliances. They consist of a plastic plate that fits into the palate and is attached to the teeth with small metal hooks. This method is only useful in certain cases. The child can remove it and wear it without the help of the dentist.
Removable appliances, power off, make hygiene easier as both the device’s own teeth. But it also has disadvantages, difficult speech and chewing on all the early days, and the child may lose it or break it. Another disadvantage is that placement depends on the willingness of the child or parent. Perhaps, through forgetfulness or neglect, the child is not put so obtenienen not the expected results.
- Fixed devices. They consist of a series of wires attached to the teeth by means of a piece “braquets. These “braquets” normally placed in the external surface of the teeth, which is seen when we smile. This is the most common and what gives best results.
