Main functions of Orthodontic brackets
Dec 09, 2023
Orthodontic brackets are a device used to straighten teeth. Their main functions are as follows:
1. Fixed teeth: Brackets are small pieces made of metal or ceramic that can be adhered to the surface of the teeth. Its main function is to fix orthodontic devices, such as dental arches, arch wires, etc., so that appropriate force can be applied to move teeth.
2. Transmitting force: The brackets usually have a small hole through which the archwire can be passed to apply appropriate force. These forces help move the teeth into the correct position, improving the bite and appearance of the teeth.
3. Adjust the force: The small holes in the brackets can be adjusted according to the patient's specific conditions to change the force exerted on the teeth. This allows the correction force to be adjusted based on the patient's needs and treatment progress to obtain the best correction effect.
4. Provide support: Brackets can provide additional support to help maintain the stability of the orthodontic device. It prevents braces from loosening or falling out and ensures that the force applied is properly transmitted to the teeth.
5. Maintain oral hygiene: Brackets are usually designed with oral hygiene needs in mind. They usually have smooth surfaces that are less likely to harbor bacteria and can be easily cleaned. This helps reduce plaque and the risk of cavities around the teeth.
In short, orthodontic brackets are a device used to fix orthodontic devices, transmit force, adjust force, provide support and maintain oral hygiene. It plays an important role in the orthodontic process and helps patients achieve ideal orthodontic results.

Buyer's Guide
Oral instruments are important tools for dentists to perform diagnosis and treatment, and orthodontic brackets, as one of the commonly used instruments, play an important role in orthodontic treatment. When purchasing orthodontic brackets, you need to consider the following requirements.
First, choose appropriate orthodontic brackets according to the needs of different hospital levels and departments. Generally speaking, high-level hospitals and specialized hospitals have higher requirements for equipment and need to choose products with better quality and more comprehensive functions. General hospitals and clinics can choose products with higher cost performance.
Secondly, budget is also an important consideration. Choose the right orthodontic brackets according to different budget constraints. When the budget is limited, you can choose products with stable performance and relatively low prices. But it should be noted that don't just pursue low prices and ignore the quality and durability of the product.
In addition, parameters and types of orthodontic brackets also need to be considered. According to the patient's specific situation and treatment needs, select the appropriate bracket type, such as metal brackets, ceramic brackets, etc. The size, shape and design of the brackets also need to be considered to ensure they can accommodate different tooth shapes and positions.
Finally, choose formal suppliers for procurement. Make sure the supplier has legal qualifications and reputable services. You can choose a reliable provider by asking other doctors for their opinions or by referring to word-of-mouth.
In short, purchasing orthodontic brackets requires selecting the appropriate product based on hospital grade, department needs, and budget constraints. At the same time, the parameters, type and reputation of the supplier should be considered. By comprehensively considering these factors, you can choose the orthodontic brackets that suit your needs, improving treatment results and patient satisfaction.
Clinical application
Among dental instruments, orthodontic brackets are a common clinical application tool. It is a device used to straighten teeth, usually made of metal or ceramic materials. Orthodontic brackets are used to correct teeth by sticking the brackets on the tooth surface and matching the dental arch lines and arch wires.
The clinical applications of dental orthodontic brackets mainly include the following aspects:
1. Tooth positioning: Orthodontic brackets can help dentists accurately position teeth and determine correction goals and plans. By sticking the brackets on the tooth surface, the dentist can better observe the position and inclination of the teeth, providing a basis for subsequent correction.
2. Tooth movement: The combination of orthodontic brackets and archwires can exert appropriate force to promote tooth movement. By adjusting the tightness and shape of the archwire, the dentist can control the speed and direction of tooth movement to achieve precise correction of the teeth.
3. Correction of tooth rotation and tilt: The design of orthodontic brackets can help dentists correct tooth rotation and tilt problems. By installing specially shaped archwires in the brackets, appropriate force can be applied to gradually return the teeth to their correct position and angle.
4. Closure of gaps between teeth: Orthodontic brackets can help dentists close the gaps between teeth. By adjusting the shape and strength of the archwire, the teeth can be gradually pushed into adjacent positions to achieve gap closure.
In short, orthodontic brackets are an important clinical application tool among dental instruments. It is pasted on the surface of the teeth and used with the use of archwires to correct teeth, including positioning, movement, rotation and tilt correction, as well as gap closure. The application of dental orthodontic brackets can help dentists achieve the goals of tooth correction and improve patients' oral health and aesthetics.
About us:
DTC Medical Apparatus Co., Ltd, located in beautiful city and established in 2004, is a professional orthodontic manufacturer which has more than 18 years experience. Several top talents from ORJ (A 3M company) Production and Sales Dep., join in DTC in 2015. DTC products have passed TUV audit for medical device and got ISO CE and FDA certificatesin 2016, since then we start to export to Europe, South American, middle east and East Asia for more than 80 countries. We move into new factory in 2018 and expand our production line from 1000 SQM to 3000 SQM. We got more than 30 national patents and 2 invention patentsin 2019 and Be honored as the technical innovation enterprise in the same year. DTC is the first company to have self-ligating lingual brackets in China. Focusing on the research and development of high-quality products, we work with Famous professor from UK, US, including the customized products with Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital. Advanced digital indirect bonding technology products with 3 Shape software will be expand in the market this year.







