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The Damon philosophy recognizes that to limit diagnosis exclusively to hard-tissue cephalometric criteria ignores soft-tissue symmetry. Of course, achieving the best facial balance possible must be done in conjunction with conventional treatment goals. The Damon System offers a unique mechanical system a passive conduit that permits low forces to work in conjunction with the muscles of the face, tongue, bone and tissue. Low forces minimize discomfort and greatly increase the types of cases that can be treated to a symmetrical facial result without high-force expansion or extractions.
What is this Damon System all about?
It is a revolutionary approach to orthodontic treatment due to a unique orthodontic bracket which is attached to the teeth. Traditional braces used wires or elastics to hold the wire in the bracket.
| When moving a high cuspid into position using traditional twin appliances, there is a tendency for the lateral incisor and
first bicuspid to move superiorly while the cuspid moves into position. |
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The Damon bracket utilizes a sliding mechanism ( not unlike a trap door) over the bracket which allows the wire to be secured to the bracket without the need for ties and the added friction and forces they require.
| With a passive self-ligating system, like Damon, moving a cuspid into place does not adversely
affect the adjacent teeth. |
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Dr. King's treatments now require far less extraction of teeth to achieve beautiful results because the Damon brackets permit working within the normal biological range of forces rather than overpowering the body's biology. Damon brackets are beneficial for patients of all ages. Damon brackets are also indicated for patients with periodontal (gum) problems due to the light forces they deliver. As a result, our patients' treatments can now be finished in less time, with fewer visits and far less discomfort than ever before. Feel free to ask Dr. King or one of the staff about the Damon System. Ask one of them to show you the difference between the traditional method of tying braces and the Damon method of passive self-ligation.
The Idea
Treatment forces should be just high enough to stimulate healthy tooth movement without occluding the blood vessels. By applying light continuous forces throughout every phase of treatment, we're able to achieve healthy, comfortable and efficient tooth movement.
For More Information
For more information visit www.damonbraces.com.
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