The Damon System = No Tighten Braces!
Achieving the best facial balance possible must be done in conjunction with conventional treatment goals. The Damon System offers a unique mechanical system of passive tubes 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?
Actually it is a revolutionary approach to orthodontic treatment due to a unique orthodontic bracket which is attached to the teeth. Traditional braces use fine wires or elastics to hold the wire in the bracket.
Dr. Connelly’ s treatment now requires far less extraction of teeth to achieve beautiful results because the Damon brackets allow him to work within the normal biological range of forces rather than overpowering the body’s biology. Damon brackets are beneficial for patients of all ages. Adult patients benefit from them because of the lower forces and can now enjoy faster treatment than ever before. Damon brackets are also indicated for patients with periodontal (gum) problems due to the light forces they deliver. As a result all of our patients’ treatments can now be finished in less time, with fewer visits and far less discomfort than ever before. Dr. Damon continues to improve the technique, and conducts many seminars world wide. Feel free to ask 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.
Cosmetic
With a commitment to patient satisfaction and state of the art treatment we also offer a cosmetic (clear) bracket for the front teeth. Many adults enjoy the added benefits of clear braces and feel good about their treatment as it is less obvious than metal brackets. Dr. Damon has developed a clear Damon style bracket which can be chosen for the upper front teeth only, on individuals who are not constantly in need of wearing a mouth guard.
The Idea Behind the Damon System
Treatment forces should be just high enough to stimulate healthy tooth movement without blocking blood vessels of the surrounding soft tissue. By applying light continuous forces throughout every phase of treatment, we’re able to achieve healthy, comfortable and efficient tooth movement.
The Clinical Experience
“What is so striking about the Damon System is that we can start cases with a fine wire and the teeth will level and align far quicker than what we had ever seen with conventional braces and with much less patient discomfort. We are amazed to see how by using Passive Self-Ligation combined with light, constant forces at the beginning of treatment, we are able to work with the muscles of the face to produce a lip bumpering effect on the upper and lower front teeth. Instead of front teeth coming forward a back teeth expansion is produced.”
Dr. Harold R. Connelly, Jr. • Orthodontic Specialist