[Health Column] Which orthodontic device is best? Comparing ceramic, Clippy-C, and Invisalign

Director Kim Hyun-sun

 

 

Hello. I am Director Kim Hyun-soon of Ceramic Dental Clinic.

 

Ceramic, Clippy C, Invisalign
Which of the three main orthodontic devices is best to choose?

 

If you decide to undergo orthodontic treatment, you will once again face a crossroads of choice.
It's about deciding which orthodontic appliance to use.

 

Today, I will compare and summarize the three most commonly chosen orthodontic appliances, focusing on their advantages.

 

 

1. Ceramic Braces

 

Ceramic braces are orthodontic devices that use ceramic materials similar in color to teeth, providing excellent aesthetic effects.

 

Additionally, it has high durability, allowing for long-term use, and the individual packaging ensures hygienic attachment.

 

✔️Recommended for: Those who want discreet braces while minimizing costs.

 

 

 

2. Clippy-C Correction (Self-ligation Bracket)

 

Clippy-C orthodontics is a bracket correction method that uses a self-ligating system to fix the wire without rubber rings.

 

Since the wire is fixed with a special clip inside the bracket, it is easy to replace and more hygienic.

This is advantageous for preventing cavities and gum diseases, and also makes oral hygiene management easier.

 

Additionally, the low friction force between the brackets and wires allows for efficient tooth movement. (However, the speed of tooth movement and pain levels vary between individuals.)

 

✔️Recommended for: Busy professionals or students who want to reduce the interval between visits and prefer more efficient dental visits.

 

 

 

3. Invisalign

 

Invisalign is an orthodontic device made of transparent plastic material without wires or brackets.
It is a brand of Align Technology in the United States, and it is especially popular among those who prioritize aesthetics.

 

The device can be removed during meals or brushing, providing great convenience in daily life, and its tooth movement efficiency is also superior to that of regular clear aligners.

 

It is also suitable for cases where both functionality and aesthetics are emphasized, as it can be applied to relatively complex malocclusions.

 

However, Invisalign is custom-made at the U.S. headquarters based on 3D scan data, so it tends to be more expensive than other orthodontic devices.

 

✔️Recommended for: Those who prefer discreet orthodontics and need removable options in daily life (such as broadcasters, customer service professionals, public speakers, etc.).

 

 

 

Summary comparison of three types of orthodontic appliances

1. Ceramic correction

- Type: Tooth-colored ceramic brackets

- Advantage: Less noticeable and durable

- Recommendation: For those seeking general aesthetic orthodontics

- Cost: ★★☆☆☆ (Average)

 

② Clippy correction

- Type: Self-ligating bracket (no rubber band)

- Advantages: Convenient outpatient visits, cavity prevention, efficient tooth movement

- Recommendation: Busy professionals and students

- Cost: ★★★☆☆ (Moderate)

 

③ Invisalign

- Shape: Transparent plastic (detachable)

- Advantages: discreet and convenient, precise correction possible

- Recommendation: Those who want orthodontic treatment that does not show through appearance or profession

- Cost: ★★★★★ (High)

 

 

 

4. How should I choose orthodontic appliances?

 

Orthodontic appliances cannot be chosen solely based on aesthetics or convenience.

 

Because the most suitable device can vary depending on an individual's dental condition, oral structure, and lifestyle patterns.

 

✅ Pre-orthodontic checkpoints

 

How are your usual oral hygiene habits?
How flexible is the interval between outpatient visits during orthodontic treatment?
Is the environment during the correction period sensitive to appearance and interpersonal relationships?
- How much budget are you considering?

 

Please consider these factors together and choose the orthodontic method that best suits you through a professional dentist's precise diagnosis and consultation.

 

 

 

Director Kim Hyun-sun

Graduated from Seoul National University College of Dentistry
Visiting Professor of Orthodontics at the Catholic University College of Dentistry
Specialist in Orthodontics (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
Korean Orthodontics Recognition (Korean Association of Orthodontists)
World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO) Fellowship
External Associate Professor at CHA University CHA Bundang Medical Center

Current Ceramic Dental Clinic Chief Director

 

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