im planning on getting ceramic braces is there like a time extension that comes along with them compared with regular metal braces? if there is how much time difference? and other pros and cons?
I've had my ceramic braces on for just over a year now. Ceramic ones should have the same outcome to metal ones, I wouldn't see the point for orthodontist putting on ceramic braces if it didn't have the same effect. I was never told anything about any extensions. I personaly think ceramic ones look better, people say they stain but they don't, only the colored bonds and chains do. But it cost a few hundred more.
No, you will have ceramic braces for the same amount of time as you would have had standard metal braces. The wires used are the same, so teeth will move at the same rate. A definite pro to ceramic braces is that they are barely noticeable and blend in with your teeth. The bracket does not stain, although elastics might. But that should not be a problem as you get elastics changed every 4-6 weeks. A downside to ceramic braces is that they do cost more then metal braces, and you would need to ask your orthodontist for an exact price. Hope this helps :)
