{"id":6113,"date":"2025-09-17T18:11:20","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T15:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/?page_id=6113"},"modified":"2026-09-11T14:23:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T11:23:15","slug":"metal","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/ar\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/metal\/","title":{"rendered":"\u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0639\u062f\u0646\u064a \u0641\u064a \u062f\u0628\u064a: \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0639\u064a\u0627\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0648\u062b\u0648\u0642 \u0641\u064a \u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c \u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"6113\" class=\"elementor elementor-6113\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2505427 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2505427\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb63908 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"fb63908\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES \u2014 HERO \/ OPENING\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-intro\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"lq-split\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           LEFT\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"lq-content\">\r\n\r\n        <header>\r\n\r\n          <h1 id=\"metal-title\">\r\n            Metal Braces in Dubai: How They Work and Who They May Suit\r\n          <\/h1>\r\n\r\n\r\n          <p class=\"intro\">\r\n            Metal braces are fixed orthodontic appliances. Brackets are\r\n            attached to the teeth and connected by an archwire that helps\r\n            guide tooth movement during treatment. Conventional metal\r\n            brackets are commonly made from stainless steel, although wires\r\n            and other appliance components may use different alloys or\r\n            materials.\r\n            <span\r\n              class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n              aria-label=\"See references 1 and 2\"\r\n            >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-2\">2<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            \u201cMetal\u201d describes the bracket material. It does not tell you how\r\n            the wire is held in the bracket: both conventionally ligated and\r\n            self-ligating brackets can be metallic. The appropriate appliance\r\n            should therefore be chosen from your diagnosis and treatment\r\n            needs rather than from the material name alone. Metal brackets do\r\n            not, by themselves, establish faster treatment, better results,\r\n            greater effectiveness or suitability for more complex cases.\r\n            <span\r\n              class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n              aria-label=\"See references 1 and 2\"\r\n            >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-2\">2<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- ===================================================\r\n             THREE QUICK POINTS\r\n             =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"lq-mini-gallery\">\r\n\r\n\r\n          <!-- Card 1 -->\r\n\r\n          <figure>\r\n\r\n            <img\r\n              decoding=\"async\"\r\n              src=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/metallic-braces-icon.png\"\r\n              alt=\"\"\r\n              loading=\"lazy\"\r\n            >\r\n\r\n            <figcaption>\r\n              Bracket Material\r\n              <span class=\"subnote\">\r\n                Conventional metal brackets are commonly stainless steel.\r\n              <\/span>\r\n            <\/figcaption>\r\n\r\n          <\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n          <!-- Card 2 -->\r\n\r\n          <figure>\r\n\r\n            <img\r\n              decoding=\"async\"\r\n              src=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/metallic-braces-alignment.png\"\r\n              alt=\"\"\r\n              loading=\"lazy\"\r\n            >\r\n\r\n            <figcaption>\r\n              Fixed Appliance\r\n              <span class=\"subnote\">\r\n                Brackets remain attached to the teeth during active treatment.\r\n              <\/span>\r\n            <\/figcaption>\r\n\r\n          <\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n          <!-- Card 3 -->\r\n\r\n          <figure>\r\n\r\n            <div\r\n              class=\"metal-card-icon\"\r\n              aria-hidden=\"true\"\r\n            >\r\n              <svg\r\n                viewBox=\"0 0 64 64\"\r\n                width=\"64\"\r\n                height=\"64\"\r\n                fill=\"none\"\r\n                xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\r\n              >\r\n                <circle\r\n                  cx=\"32\"\r\n                  cy=\"32\"\r\n                  r=\"26\"\r\n                  stroke=\"url(#metalDiagnosisGradient)\"\r\n                  stroke-width=\"3\"\r\n                \/>\r\n                <path\r\n                  d=\"M20 32l8 8 16-18\"\r\n                  stroke=\"url(#metalDiagnosisGradient)\"\r\n                  stroke-width=\"4\"\r\n                  stroke-linecap=\"round\"\r\n                  stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\r\n                \/>\r\n                <defs>\r\n                  <linearGradient\r\n                    id=\"metalDiagnosisGradient\"\r\n                    x1=\"14\"\r\n                    y1=\"14\"\r\n                    x2=\"50\"\r\n                    y2=\"50\"\r\n                    gradientUnits=\"userSpaceOnUse\"\r\n                  >\r\n                    <stop stop-color=\"#ff7a00\"\/>\r\n                    <stop offset=\"1\" stop-color=\"#ff5fa2\"\/>\r\n                  <\/linearGradient>\r\n                <\/defs>\r\n              <\/svg>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <figcaption>\r\n              Treatment Needs First\r\n              <span class=\"subnote\">\r\n                Suitability should come from your treatment needs, not the\r\n                material name alone.\r\n              <\/span>\r\n            <\/figcaption>\r\n\r\n          <\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- ===================================================\r\n             USEFUL LINKS\r\n             =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n        <p class=\"note\">\r\n          For broader information about fixed-brace treatment, see\r\n          <a\r\n            href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/\"\r\n            class=\"lq-link\"\r\n          >Braces in Dubai<\/a>.\r\n          For current price ranges and guidance on comparing quotes, see\r\n          <a\r\n            href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/cost\/\"\r\n            class=\"lq-link\"\r\n          >Braces Cost in Dubai<\/a>.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           RIGHT \u2014 HERO IMAGE\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"lq-image\">\r\n\r\n        <img\r\n          decoding=\"async\"\r\n          src=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/metal-bracket-dubai.png\"\r\n          alt=\"Artistic rendering of a metallic orthodontic bracket against the Dubai skyline\"\r\n          class=\"main-hero\"\r\n          loading=\"eager\"\r\n          fetchpriority=\"high\"\r\n        >\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 HERO\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   SPLIT LAYOUT\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-split {\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n\r\n  gap: 48px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1150px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-content {\r\n  flex: 1 1 0;\r\n\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   H1\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro h1 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  display: inline-block;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 28px;\r\n\r\n  padding-bottom: 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: clamp(30px, 3.2vw, 40px);\r\n  line-height: 1.2;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro h1::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  inset-inline-start: 0;\r\n  bottom: 0;\r\n\r\n  width: 80px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   OPENING COPY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .intro {\r\n  max-width: 700px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 22px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-content > header > p:not(.intro) {\r\n  max-width: 700px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 28px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 16px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-intro .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-intro .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-intro .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   THREE-CARD VISUAL RHYTHM\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 20px;\r\n\r\n  max-width: 700px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery figure {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  padding: 18px 14px;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n\r\n  background: #fafafa;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery img,\r\n#metal-intro .metal-card-icon {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  width: 64px;\r\n  height: 64px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 10px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .metal-card-icon svg {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  width: 64px;\r\n  height: 64px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery figcaption {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #333;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1.45;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery .subnote {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  margin-top: 5px;\r\n\r\n  color: #667085;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 12px;\r\n  line-height: 1.5;\r\n  font-weight: 400;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   LINKS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .note {\r\n  max-width: 700px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #333;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 16px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-intro a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-intro a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 600 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-intro a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HERO IMAGE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .lq-image {\r\n  flex: 0 0 420px;\r\n\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n  justify-content: center;\r\n\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-intro .main-hero {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: auto;\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  object-fit: cover;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 14px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.08);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-split {\r\n    align-items: flex-start;\r\n\r\n    gap: 34px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-image {\r\n    flex-basis: 360px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery {\r\n    grid-template-columns:\r\n      repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n    gap: 12px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro {\r\n    padding:\r\n      42px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-split {\r\n    flex-direction: column;\r\n\r\n    gap: 30px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-content {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro h1 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        29px,\r\n        8vw,\r\n        36px\r\n      );\r\n\r\n    line-height: 1.17;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .intro {\r\n    font-size: 17px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-content > header > p:not(.intro),\r\n  #metal-intro .note {\r\n    font-size: 15.5px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 12px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery figure {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n\r\n    grid-template-columns:\r\n      56px\r\n      minmax(0, 1fr);\r\n\r\n    gap: 12px;\r\n\r\n    align-items: center;\r\n\r\n    padding: 14px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-mini-gallery img,\r\n  #metal-intro .metal-card-icon,\r\n  #metal-intro .metal-card-icon svg {\r\n    width: 52px;\r\n    height: 52px;\r\n\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .lq-image {\r\n    flex: none;\r\n\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    max-width: 560px;\r\n\r\n    margin: 0 auto;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro .main-hero {\r\n    border-radius: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-intro,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-intro {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-intro .lq-content,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-intro .lq-content {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-intro *,\r\n  #metal-intro *::before,\r\n  #metal-intro *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b084c00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b084c00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 WHAT ARE METAL BRACES?\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-what\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-what-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-what-title\">\r\n        What Are Metal Braces?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Metal braces use brackets that remain attached to the teeth during\r\n        active treatment. An archwire is engaged in the bracket slots and is\r\n        used as part of the orthodontic mechanics that guide the teeth\r\n        towards their planned positions.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 1 and 2\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-2\">2<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         IMAGE + CONTENT\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-layout\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           LEFT \u2014 EXISTING IMAGE\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"metal-visual\">\r\n\r\n        <img\r\n          decoding=\"async\"\r\n          src=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/metallic-braces-model.png\"\r\n          alt=\"Close-up view of fixed metal braces showing brackets and an archwire\"\r\n          loading=\"lazy\"\r\n        >\r\n\r\n        <p class=\"caption\">\r\n          Brackets, the archwire and the parts that hold the wire in place\r\n          each have a different role.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           RIGHT \u2014 PATIENT-FRIENDLY EXPLANATION\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"features-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             CARD 1\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"feature-card feature-card-wide\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \ud83e\uddb7\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            Different parts do different jobs\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            The brackets are attached to the teeth, while the archwire works\r\n            with them to guide tooth movement. In conventional braces, small\r\n            elastic or metal ties may be used to hold the wire in the\r\n            brackets. Other brace systems use a built-in mechanism instead.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            These parts do not all have to be made from the same material.\r\n            Conventional metal brackets are commonly stainless steel, while\r\n            wires, ties and other components may use different materials.\r\n            <span\r\n              class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n              aria-label=\"See reference 1\"\r\n            >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             CARD 2\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"feature-card feature-card-wide\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u2699\ufe0f\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            What is actually made from metal?\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            Conventional metal brackets are commonly made from stainless\r\n            steel. Other parts of the appliance may be made from different\r\n            alloys or materials. If you have a particular material concern,\r\n            ask what is used in the specific brace system being recommended\r\n            for you.\r\n            <span\r\n              class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n              aria-label=\"See reference 1\"\r\n            >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             SUPPORTING CARD 3\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"feature-card feature-card-compact\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u25a3\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"feature-label\">\r\n            Bracket\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            Attached to the tooth during active treatment.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             SUPPORTING CARD 4\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"feature-card feature-card-compact\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u27f6\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"feature-label\">\r\n            Archwire\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            Works with the brackets to help guide tooth movement.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         TAKEAWAY\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-takeaway\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>Key point:<\/strong>\r\n        \u201cMetal braces\u201d describes the brackets, not necessarily every part of\r\n        the appliance.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 WHAT ARE METAL BRACES?\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .intro {\r\n  max-width: 750px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 50px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   LAYOUT\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-layout {\r\n  display: flex;\r\n\r\n  align-items: flex-start;\r\n\r\n  gap: 40px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1150px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 50px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   IMAGE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-visual {\r\n  flex: 0 0 380px;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-visual img {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: auto;\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 14px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.08);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-visual .caption {\r\n  margin: 10px 0 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #667085;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 13px;\r\n  line-height: 1.55;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARD GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what .features-grid {\r\n  flex: 1 1 0;\r\n\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 20px;\r\n\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  padding: 22px 20px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.05);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card-wide {\r\n  grid-column: 1 \/ -1;\r\n\r\n  text-align: start;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card-compact {\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card .icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 26px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-label {\r\n  margin-bottom: 7px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 16px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14.5px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .feature-card p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-what .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-what .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-what .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TAKEAWAY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-takeaway {\r\n  max-width: 800px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 18px 22px;\r\n\r\n  color: #1d2939;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.12);\r\n  border-radius: 12px;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-what .metal-takeaway p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .metal-layout {\r\n    flex-direction: column;\r\n\r\n    align-items: center;\r\n\r\n    gap: 32px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .metal-visual {\r\n    flex: none;\r\n\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    max-width: 520px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .features-grid {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-what {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 32px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .metal-layout {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .features-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .feature-card-wide,\r\n  #metal-what .feature-card-compact {\r\n    grid-column: auto;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .feature-card {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .feature-card h3 {\r\n    font-size: 17px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .feature-card p {\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-what .metal-takeaway {\r\n    padding: 16px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-what,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-what {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-what .feature-card-wide,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-what .feature-card-wide,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-what .metal-takeaway,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-what .metal-takeaway {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-what *,\r\n  #metal-what *::before,\r\n  #metal-what *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fc0a71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"2fc0a71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 METAL DOES NOT MEAN \"CONVENTIONAL\"\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-ligation\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-ligation-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-ligation-title\">\r\n        Metal Does Not Mean \u201cConventional\u201d\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        \u201cMetal\u201d describes what the bracket is made from. \u201cConventional\u201d and\r\n        \u201cself-ligating\u201d describe how the wire is held in the bracket.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         VISUAL CONCEPT CARDS\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-ligation-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1 \u2014 MATERIAL\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-ligation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-ligation-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2699\ufe0f\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Metal describes the bracket material\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          A bracket can be metallic whether it is part of a conventional\r\n          brace system or a self-ligating one. The word \u201cmetal\u201d therefore\r\n          does not tell you how the wire is held in place.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 1 and 2\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-2\">2<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2 \u2014 HOW THE WIRE IS HELD\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-ligation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-ligation-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u26d3\ufe0f\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          The wire can be held in different ways\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Conventional metal braces may use small elastic or metal ties to\r\n          hold the archwire in the brackets. Self-ligating brackets use a\r\n          built-in part of the bracket instead. Self-ligating brackets can\r\n          also be metal.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         QUALIFICATION\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-ligation-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        One way of holding the wire is not automatically faster, more\r\n        comfortable, more effective or linked with fewer appointments.\r\n        Those outcomes depend on more than the bracket design alone.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 1 and 2\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-1\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-2\">2<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         DAMON ROUTE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"metal-ligation-route\">\r\n      If you want to understand one named self-ligating system in more detail,\r\n      see the\r\n      <a\r\n        href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/damon\/\"\r\n        class=\"lq-link\"\r\n      >Damon braces guide<\/a>.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL DOES NOT MEAN \"CONVENTIONAL\"\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .intro {\r\n  max-width: 720px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 980px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   QUALIFICATION BOX\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-note {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 980px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 20px;\r\n\r\n  padding: 20px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-note p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ROUTING\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-ligation-route {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 980px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-ligation a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-ligation a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 600 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-ligation a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-ligation .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-card {\r\n    padding: 20px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-note {\r\n    padding: 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-route {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-ligation,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-ligation {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-note,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-note,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-route,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-ligation .metal-ligation-route {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-ligation *,\r\n  #metal-ligation *::before,\r\n  #metal-ligation *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7a824a elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b7a824a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 METAL VS CERAMIC\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-vs-ceramic\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-vs-ceramic-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-vs-ceramic-title\">\r\n        Metal Braces vs Ceramic Braces: What Actually Differs?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        The main differences are how the brackets look and the materials they\r\n        are made from. Neither material is automatically better for every\r\n        patient or every treatment plan.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         COMPARISON GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-vc-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1 \u2014 APPEARANCE\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-vc-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-vc-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c9\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Appearance\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Metal brackets on the outer surfaces of the teeth are generally\r\n          more noticeable than clear or tooth-coloured ceramic brackets.\r\n          Ceramic brackets may therefore appeal to someone who wants their\r\n          braces to be less visible, provided they are also suitable for the\r\n          treatment plan.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See reference 3\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-3\">3<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2 \u2014 MATERIAL\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-vc-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-vc-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c6\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Material\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Metal is less brittle than ceramic. That does not mean metal\r\n          brackets will always last longer during treatment, never break or\r\n          produce better orthodontic results.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 3 and 4\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-3\">3<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-4\">4<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         WHAT THIS DOES NOT TELL US\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-vc-limit\">\r\n\r\n      <h3>\r\n        Does one material perform better overall?\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        Bracket material alone does not tell you which option will be faster,\r\n        more effective, more comfortable or easier to keep clean.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        Studies comparing breakage and bracket failure have not found one\r\n        material that consistently performs better in every setting. What\r\n        happens in practice can depend on the particular bracket system and\r\n        the treatment being carried out.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 6 and 7\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-6\">6<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-7\">7<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         CERAMIC GUIDE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"metal-vc-route\">\r\n      If you are considering ceramic brackets, see\r\n      <a\r\n        href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/ceramic\/\"\r\n        class=\"lq-link\"\r\n      >Ceramic Braces in Dubai<\/a>\r\n      for more on appearance, staining, suitability and care.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL VS CERAMIC\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   COMPARISON LIMIT BOX\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 22px;\r\n\r\n  padding: 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ROUTING\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-route {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 600 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-vs-ceramic .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-card,\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-route {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-vs-ceramic,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-vs-ceramic {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-limit,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-route,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-vs-ceramic .metal-vc-route {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic *,\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic *::before,\r\n  #metal-vs-ceramic *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ab56d3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"4ab56d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 ARE METAL BRACES STRONGER OR MORE DURABLE?\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-durability\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-durability-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-durability-title\">\r\n        Are Metal Braces Stronger or More Durable?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Metal brackets are less brittle than ceramic brackets. But that does\r\n        not mean they will always last longer or have fewer problems during\r\n        treatment.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 3 and 4\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-3\">3<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-4\">4<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         TWO-PART DISTINCTION\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-durability-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-durability-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-durability-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c6\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          The material itself\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Metal is less brittle than ceramic, which means it is less prone\r\n          to brittle fracture as a material.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-durability-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-durability-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c9\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What happens during treatment\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Metal brackets can still break or come loose from the tooth.\r\n          Bracket design, bonding, how the appliance is used and the\r\n          circumstances of treatment can all affect what happens in practice.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PRACTICAL QUALIFICATION\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-durability-evidence\">\r\n\r\n      <h3>\r\n        So are metal brackets more durable overall?\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        Not in every situation. Studies comparing metal and ceramic brackets\r\n        have not shown one material to have fewer bracket failures in every\r\n        setting. One study found fewer failures with metal brackets, while\r\n        another found the opposite.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 6 and 7\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-6\">6<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-7\">7<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"metal-durability-points\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-durability-point\">\r\n          <span class=\"point-label\">\r\n            Material\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"point-copy\">\r\n            Metal is less brittle than ceramic.\r\n          <\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-durability-point\">\r\n          <span class=\"point-label\">\r\n            In treatment\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"point-copy\">\r\n            That does not mean metal brackets will always break or come loose\r\n            less often.\r\n          <\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"metal-durability-closing\">\r\n        If breakage is a concern for you, ask how the particular bracket\r\n        system being recommended is expected to perform in your treatment.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 DURABILITY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TOP GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 940px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 9px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PRACTICAL EXPLANATION BOX\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-evidence {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 940px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-evidence h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-evidence > p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   DISTINCTION ROWS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-points {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  gap: 10px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 20px 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-point {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    minmax(150px, .55fr)\r\n    minmax(0, 1.45fr);\r\n\r\n  gap: 14px;\r\n\r\n  align-items: start;\r\n\r\n  padding: 13px 15px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 11px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .point-label {\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1.5;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .point-copy {\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1.6;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-durability-closing {\r\n  margin-top: 0 !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-durability .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-durability .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-durability .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-durability .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability .metal-durability-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability .metal-durability-card,\r\n  #metal-durability .metal-durability-evidence {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability .metal-durability-point {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 4px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-durability,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-durability {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-durability .metal-durability-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-durability .metal-durability-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-durability .metal-durability-evidence,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-durability .metal-durability-evidence {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-durability *,\r\n  #metal-durability *::before,\r\n  #metal-durability *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1007848 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"1007848\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 ARE METAL BRACES FASTER?\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-speed\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-speed-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-speed-title\">\r\n        Are Metal Braces Faster?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Metal braces are not automatically faster than ceramic braces.\r\n        Treatment time depends on much more than the material used for the\r\n        brackets.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         VISUAL GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-speed-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1 \u2014 FRICTION\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-speed-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-speed-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u21c4\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Friction can differ between brace systems\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          The way a bracket and archwire interact can affect friction.\r\n          Different bracket designs and wire combinations can behave\r\n          differently, including within ceramic brace systems.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 4 and 5\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-4\">4<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-5\">5<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2 \u2014 TREATMENT TIME\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-speed-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-speed-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u23f1\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Lower friction does not automatically mean faster treatment\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          A difference in friction between brackets does not tell you how long\r\n          your whole treatment will take.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Treatment time depends on your diagnosis, the tooth movements that\r\n          are needed, your treatment goals and how treatment progresses.\r\n          Friction alone should therefore not be used to promise that metal\r\n          braces will finish treatment faster.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 4 and 5\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-4\">4<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-5\">5<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-speed-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>What matters for you:<\/strong>\r\n        ask for a treatment-time estimate based on your own diagnosis and\r\n        treatment plan rather than choosing a bracket material because it is\r\n        described as \u201cfaster.\u201d\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 4 and 5\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-4\">4<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-5\">5<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 SPEED \/ FRICTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-speed {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 30px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-card p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PRACTICAL NOTE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-note {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 20px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-speed-note p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-speed .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-speed .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-speed .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-speed .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-speed {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-speed h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-speed .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-speed .metal-speed-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-speed .metal-speed-card,\r\n  #metal-speed .metal-speed-note {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-speed,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-speed {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-speed .metal-speed-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-speed .metal-speed-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-speed .metal-speed-note,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-speed .metal-speed-note {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-speed *,\r\n  #metal-speed *::before,\r\n  #metal-speed *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8108705 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"8108705\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 WHO MAY BE SUITABLE FOR METAL BRACES?\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-who\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-who-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-who-title\">\r\n        Who May Be Suitable for Metal Braces?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Metal braces may be an option when fixed braces suit your diagnosis\r\n        and treatment plan. The choice should be based on what needs to be\r\n        corrected, your treatment goals and your individual needs rather than\r\n        on age or bracket material alone.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         FACTOR GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"profiles-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"profile-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \ud83e\uddb7\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Your teeth and bite\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          The tooth movements and bite correction you need are an important\r\n          part of deciding which type of braces may suit you.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"profile-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25ce\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Your oral health\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          The health of your teeth and gums should be considered before\r\n          starting treatment with fixed braces.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 3\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"profile-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2699\ufe0f\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What your treatment needs to achieve\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Some treatment plans need particular types of tooth movement or\r\n          brace control, which can influence the brace system recommended.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 4\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"profile-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c9\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          How visible you want your braces to be\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Metal braces are more noticeable than some alternatives, so\r\n          appearance and your personal preferences may also affect the choice.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 5\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"profile-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c7\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Any relevant allergies or sensitivities\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Tell the treating team if you have a known or suspected metal\r\n          allergy so the materials in the proposed braces can be considered.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 6\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"profile-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2713\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Your treatment goals\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          The brace system should fit the goals of your treatment rather than\r\n          being chosen simply because the brackets are metal.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-suitability-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>There is no single \u201cbest\u201d brace for everyone.<\/strong>\r\n        Metal braces are not automatically the best choice for severe cases,\r\n        for children or for every patient. Suitability depends on the\r\n        individual treatment plan.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         BROADER BRACES GUIDE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"metal-suitability-route\">\r\n      If you want to compare the wider range of fixed-brace options, see\r\n      <a\r\n        href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/\"\r\n        class=\"lq-link\"\r\n      >Braces in Dubai<\/a>.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 SUITABILITY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-who {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-who .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who .intro {\r\n  max-width: 780px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 46px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PROFILE \/ FACTOR GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-who .profiles-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 22px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1100px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 30px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who .profile-card {\r\n  padding: 24px 20px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 3px 8px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who .profile-card .icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 11px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 30px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who .profile-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 8px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 17px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who .profile-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14.5px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-who .metal-suitability-note {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 900px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 20px;\r\n\r\n  padding: 19px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 13px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who .metal-suitability-note p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ROUTING\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-who .metal-suitability-route {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 900px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-who a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-who a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 600 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-who a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-who a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-who .profiles-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns:\r\n      repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-who {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-who h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-who .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-who .profiles-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-who .profile-card {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-who .metal-suitability-note {\r\n    padding: 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-who .metal-suitability-note p,\r\n  #metal-who .metal-suitability-route {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-who,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-who {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-who .profile-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-who .profile-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-who .metal-suitability-note,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-who .metal-suitability-note,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-who .metal-suitability-route,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-who .metal-suitability-route {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-who *,\r\n  #metal-who *::before,\r\n  #metal-who *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c0261a elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"0c0261a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 NICKEL ALLERGY AND METAL BRACES\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-nickel\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-nickel-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-nickel-title\">\r\n        Nickel Allergy and Metal Braces\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Some orthodontic alloys contain nickel. If you know or suspect that\r\n        you have a nickel allergy, tell the treating team before your braces\r\n        are chosen. This does not mean metal braces are unsafe for everyone.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See reference 8\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-8\">8<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         VISUAL GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-nickel-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1 \u2014 HISTORY\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-nickel-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-nickel-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c7\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          If you know or suspect you have a nickel allergy\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Tell the treating team before the braces are selected or fitted.\r\n          If jewellery, watches or other metal items have caused a skin\r\n          reaction in the past, mention that too.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Not everyone considering metal braces needs allergy testing. Whether\r\n          any further assessment is needed depends on your own history and\r\n          circumstances.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See reference 8\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-8\">8<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2 \u2014 ALTERNATIVES\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-nickel-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-nickel-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2194\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Can another material be considered?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Sometimes. If nickel is a concern, the treating team can discuss\r\n          whether another suitable material or brace system is available for\r\n          your treatment. The best alternative depends on what your treatment\r\n          needs to achieve.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 8 and 9\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-8\">8<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-9\">9<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-nickel-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>What matters most:<\/strong>\r\n        mention any known or suspected metal allergy before treatment so the\r\n        materials in your proposed braces can be considered properly.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 NICKEL ALLERGY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .intro {\r\n  max-width: 780px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 29px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-note {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 20px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-nickel-note p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-nickel .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card,\r\n  #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-note {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-note p {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-nickel,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-nickel {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-note,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-nickel .metal-nickel-note {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-nickel *,\r\n  #metal-nickel *::before,\r\n  #metal-nickel *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d4eb8e elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"6d4eb8e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 METAL BRACES AND MRI\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-mri\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-mri-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-mri-title\">\r\n        Metal Braces and MRI\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Metal braces do not automatically mean you cannot have an MRI.\r\n        The important question is whether the braces could affect the images\r\n        needed for your particular scan.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 11 and 12\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-11\">11<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-12\">12<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         MRI GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-mri-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1 \u2014 IMAGE QUALITY\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-mri-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-mri-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c9\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Braces can affect MRI image quality\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Metal parts of an orthodontic appliance can sometimes distort part\r\n          of an MRI image. Stainless-steel components may be particularly\r\n          relevant when the area being scanned is close to the head or neck.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 11 and 12\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-11\">11<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-12\">12<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          This is mainly an image-quality issue. It is different from saying\r\n          that metal braces are automatically dangerous during an MRI.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2 \u2014 TELL THE IMAGING TEAM\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-mri-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-mri-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2713\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Tell the MRI team before your scan\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          If you have fixed braces and need an MRI, tell the MRI or radiology\r\n          team beforehand. They can consider what part of the body is being\r\n          scanned, the materials in your braces and whether the appliance is\r\n          likely to affect the images they need.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See references 11 and 12\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-11\">11<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-12\">12<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         REMOVAL QUESTION\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-mri-removal\">\r\n\r\n      <h3>\r\n        Do metal braces need to be removed before MRI?\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        Not always. There is no rule that every bracket, wire or other\r\n        component must be removed before every MRI.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        Sometimes the imaging team may ask for a component to be removed\r\n        temporarily if it would interfere with the area they need to see.\r\n        In other cases, nothing may need to be removed. The decision should\r\n        be made for the specific scan by the teams looking after you.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See references 11 and 12\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-11\">11<\/a>,<a href=\"#metal-ref-12\">12<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 MRI\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-mri {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .intro {\r\n  max-width: 780px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 29px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-card p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REMOVAL BOX\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-removal {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-removal h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-removal p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-mri-removal p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-mri .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-mri .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-mri .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-mri .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-mri {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-mri h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-mri .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-mri .metal-mri-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-mri .metal-mri-card,\r\n  #metal-mri .metal-mri-removal {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-mri,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-mri {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-mri .metal-mri-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-mri .metal-mri-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-mri .metal-mri-removal,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-mri .metal-mri-removal {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-mri *,\r\n  #metal-mri *::before,\r\n  #metal-mri *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e89147 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"6e89147\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 WHAT DOES TREATMENT WITH METAL BRACES INVOLVE?\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-treatment\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-treatment-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-treatment-title\">\r\n        What Does Treatment With Metal Braces Involve?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Treatment with metal braces follows the usual stages of fixed-brace\r\n        treatment: planning, fitting the braces, monitoring progress and\r\n        retention after the braces are removed.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PROCESS GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-treatment-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           STEP 1\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-treatment-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-treatment-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          1\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Assessment and planning\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Treatment usually starts with an orthodontic assessment, diagnosis\r\n          and a plan for the tooth and bite changes that are needed.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           STEP 2\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-treatment-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-treatment-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          2\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Fitting the braces\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Once the treatment plan is agreed, brackets are attached to the\r\n          teeth and an archwire is placed to begin guiding tooth movement.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           STEP 3\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-treatment-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-treatment-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          3\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Progress checks and adjustments\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Your orthodontist checks how treatment is progressing and makes\r\n          adjustments when needed.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           STEP 4\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-treatment-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-treatment-step\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          4\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Braces removal and retainers\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          When active treatment is finished, the braces are removed and the\r\n          retention phase begins to help maintain the result.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         APPOINTMENT NOTE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-treatment-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>How often will appointments be needed?<\/strong>\r\n        There is no single schedule that applies to everyone with metal\r\n        braces. Visit timing depends on the stage of treatment and what needs\r\n        to be checked or adjusted.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         BROADER BRACES GUIDE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"metal-treatment-route\">\r\n      For a broader overview of fixed-brace treatment, see\r\n      <a\r\n        href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/\"\r\n        class=\"lq-link\"\r\n      >Braces in Dubai<\/a>.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 TREATMENT PROCESS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PROCESS GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(4, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 18px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1100px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card {\r\n  padding: 22px 18px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 15px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.04);\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-step {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  place-items: center;\r\n\r\n  width: 38px;\r\n  height: 38px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #fff;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      135deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 999px;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n  font-weight: 800;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 8px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 17px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   APPOINTMENT NOTE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-note {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 920px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 20px;\r\n\r\n  padding: 19px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 13px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-note p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ROUTING\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment .metal-treatment-route {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 920px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-treatment a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-treatment a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 600 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-treatment a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-treatment a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 992px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns:\r\n      repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n\r\n    grid-template-columns:\r\n      42px\r\n      minmax(0, 1fr);\r\n\r\n    column-gap: 12px;\r\n\r\n    align-items: start;\r\n\r\n    padding: 17px 16px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-step {\r\n    grid-row: 1 \/ span 2;\r\n\r\n    width: 36px;\r\n    height: 36px;\r\n\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card h3 {\r\n    margin-top: 0;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-note {\r\n    padding: 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-note p,\r\n  #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-route {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-treatment,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-treatment {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-note,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-note,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-route,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-treatment .metal-treatment-route {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-treatment *,\r\n  #metal-treatment *::before,\r\n  #metal-treatment *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4de708 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b4de708\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 LIVING WITH METAL BRACES\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-living\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-living-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-living-title\">\r\n        Living With Metal Braces\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Because metal braces stay attached to the teeth during treatment,\r\n        looking after the braces and keeping them clean becomes part of your\r\n        daily routine.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         CARE GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-living-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1 \u2014 EATING \/ PROTECTION\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-living-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-living-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \ud83c\udf4e\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Eating and protecting your braces\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Hard, sticky or difficult-to-bite foods can damage brackets or\r\n          wires. Follow the advice given for your particular braces, including\r\n          how to adapt or cut certain foods when needed.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See reference 10\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-10\">10<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2 \u2014 CLEANING\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-living-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-living-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2726\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Cleaning around brackets and wires\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Brackets and wires create extra areas where plaque and food can\r\n          collect. Cleaning carefully around the brackets, wire and gumline\r\n          helps you look after your teeth and gums during treatment.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See reference 10\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-10\">10<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 3 \u2014 PROBLEM \/ REPAIR\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-living-card metal-living-card-wide\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-living-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u26a0\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What if a bracket becomes loose or a wire causes a problem?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Contact the treating team for advice rather than trying to repair\r\n          or reposition the braces yourself. They can tell you whether the\r\n          problem needs prompt attention or can safely wait until your next\r\n          planned visit.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-living-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>Good cleaning matters with any fixed braces.<\/strong>\r\n        Metal brackets should not be assumed to be automatically cleaner,\r\n        dirtier, better or worse for the gums simply because they are metal.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 LIVING WITH METAL BRACES\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-living {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-living .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 24px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.045);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-card-wide {\r\n  grid-column: 1 \/ -1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PRACTICAL TAKEAWAY\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-note {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 20px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-living-note p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-living .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-living .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-living .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-living .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-living {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-living h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-living .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-living .metal-living-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-living .metal-living-card-wide {\r\n    grid-column: auto;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-living .metal-living-card,\r\n  #metal-living .metal-living-note {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-living .metal-living-note p {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-living,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-living {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-living .metal-living-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-living .metal-living-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-living .metal-living-note,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-living .metal-living-note {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-living *,\r\n  #metal-living *::before,\r\n  #metal-living *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b8813b2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b8813b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 HOW LONG DOES TREATMENT TAKE?\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-time\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-time-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-time-title\">\r\n        How Long Does Treatment With Metal Braces Take?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        The fact that the brackets are metal does not, by itself, determine\r\n        how long treatment will take.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         SPLIT LAYOUT\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-time-layout\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           LEFT \u2014 EXISTING IMAGE\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"metal-time-visual\">\r\n\r\n        <img\r\n          decoding=\"async\"\r\n          src=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/hourglass.png\"\r\n          alt=\"\"\r\n          loading=\"lazy\"\r\n        >\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           RIGHT \u2014 PATIENT-FRIENDLY EXPLANATION\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"metal-time-content\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-time-card\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-time-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u23f3\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            Treatment time depends on your plan\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            How long treatment takes depends on your diagnosis, the tooth\r\n            movements and bite correction needed, your treatment goals and\r\n            how treatment progresses over time.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-time-card\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-time-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u25c9\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            There is no single timeframe for metal braces\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            Metal braces are not automatically faster than ceramic braces,\r\n            and a general treatment range may not reflect your own case. The\r\n            most useful estimate is the one based on your individual\r\n            assessment and treatment plan.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 TREATMENT DURATION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-time {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-time .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   SPLIT LAYOUT\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-layout {\r\n  display: flex;\r\n\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n\r\n  gap: 42px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1050px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   IMAGE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-visual {\r\n  flex: 0 0 360px;\r\n\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n  justify-content: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-visual img {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: auto;\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  object-fit: contain;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CONTENT\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-content {\r\n  flex: 1 1 0;\r\n\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  gap: 18px;\r\n\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-card {\r\n  padding: 23px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 15px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 4px 12px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.04);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 9px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-time .metal-time-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.68;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 900px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-time .metal-time-layout {\r\n    flex-direction: column;\r\n\r\n    align-items: center;\r\n\r\n    gap: 30px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-time .metal-time-visual {\r\n    flex: none;\r\n\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    max-width: 440px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-time .metal-time-content {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-time {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-time h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-time .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-time .metal-time-card {\r\n    padding: 18px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-time .metal-time-card h3 {\r\n    font-size: 17px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-time,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-time {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-time .metal-time-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-time .metal-time-card {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-time *,\r\n  #metal-time *::before,\r\n  #metal-time *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0ceb4a elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b0ceb4a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL-BRACES-C04\r\n     SECTION \u2014 WHAT DO METAL BRACES COST IN DUBAI?\r\n     Patient-facing implementation\r\n     Detailed pricing routed to the dedicated braces cost guide\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-cost\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-cost-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-cost-title\">\r\n        What Do Metal Braces Cost in Dubai?\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Metal-braces pricing in Dubai can vary with the treatment plan,\r\n        the complexity of care and what is included in the quote.\r\n        For current price ranges and detailed guidance on comparing quotes,\r\n        see LumiQuest\u2019s dedicated braces cost guide.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         SPLIT LAYOUT\r\n         Existing pricing illustration retained\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-cost-layout\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           LEFT \u2014 RETAIN CURRENT LIVE COST IMAGE\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"metal-cost-visual\">\r\n\r\n        <img\r\n          decoding=\"async\"\r\n          src=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/metallic-braces-cost.png\"\r\n          alt=\"\"\r\n          loading=\"lazy\"\r\n        >\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           RIGHT \u2014 PATIENT-FACING QUOTE CARDS\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"metal-cost-content\">\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             CARD 1\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"metal-cost-card\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-cost-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u25c9\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            Compare the full treatment quote\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            A headline price does not always tell you what is included.\r\n            Ask for a written quote that makes the total treatment scope\r\n            clear.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             CARD 2\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"metal-cost-card\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-cost-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u2713\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            Check what is included\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            Ask whether records, routine monitoring, repairs, retainers\r\n            and other treatment-related items are included in the quoted\r\n            price or charged separately.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n        <!-- =================================================\r\n             CARD 3\r\n             ================================================= -->\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"metal-cost-card\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-cost-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n            \u2197\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n          <h3>\r\n            Look beyond the bracket material\r\n          <\/h3>\r\n\r\n          <p>\r\n            The final fee can depend on more than whether the brackets are\r\n            metal. Your treatment needs and the services included in the\r\n            plan can also affect the overall cost.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PRIMARY COST ROUTE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-cost-route\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        <strong>Looking for current metal-braces pricing?<\/strong>\r\n        See\r\n        <a\r\n          href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/cost\/\"\r\n          class=\"lq-link\"\r\n        >Braces Cost in Dubai<\/a>\r\n        for current price ranges and guidance on comparing orthodontic quotes.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 COST\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-cost {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .intro {\r\n  max-width: 780px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   SPLIT LAYOUT\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-layout {\r\n  display: flex;\r\n\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n\r\n  gap: 42px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1050px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   IMAGE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-visual {\r\n  flex: 0 0 360px;\r\n\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n  justify-content: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-visual img {\r\n  display: block;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: auto;\r\n\r\n  object-fit: contain;\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARD COLUMN\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-content {\r\n  flex: 1 1 0;\r\n\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  gap: 16px;\r\n\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-card {\r\n  padding: 20px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 3px 10px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.035);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 8px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 25px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 7px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 17px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14.5px;\r\n  line-height: 1.65;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   COST GUIDE ROUTE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-route {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 900px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n\r\n  padding: 20px 22px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.20);\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost .metal-cost-route p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #475467;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-cost a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-cost a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-cost a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-cost a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 900px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost .metal-cost-layout {\r\n    flex-direction: column;\r\n\r\n    gap: 30px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost .metal-cost-visual {\r\n    flex: none;\r\n\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    max-width: 440px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost .metal-cost-content {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost .metal-cost-card,\r\n  #metal-cost .metal-cost-route {\r\n    padding: 17px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost .metal-cost-route p {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-cost,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-cost {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-cost .metal-cost-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-cost .metal-cost-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-cost .metal-cost-route,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-cost .metal-cost-route {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-cost *,\r\n  #metal-cost *::before,\r\n  #metal-cost *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-00c6a25 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"00c6a25\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL-BRACES-C04\r\n     SECTION \u2014 QUESTIONS TO ASK AT YOUR CONSULTATION\r\n     Patient-facing implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-consultation\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-consultation-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-consultation-title\">\r\n        Questions to Ask at Your Consultation\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        A consultation is a good time to understand why a particular brace\r\n        system is being recommended and what treatment would involve for you.\r\n        These questions can help you prepare.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         QUESTION GRID\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-consultation-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 1\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          1\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Why are metal braces being recommended for me?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Ask which parts of your diagnosis and treatment goals make this\r\n          appliance a suitable option.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 2\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          2\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Is this a conventional or self-ligating metal bracket?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          \u201cMetal\u201d describes the bracket material, so it is useful to ask how\r\n          the archwire is held in the bracket and what system is actually\r\n          being proposed.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 3\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          3\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Are there other suitable brace options for my case?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          If more than one option is clinically appropriate, ask how they\r\n          differ in visibility, materials, practical care and treatment\r\n          considerations.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 4\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          4\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What treatment duration do you expect for my case?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Ask for an estimate based on your diagnosis and planned treatment,\r\n          rather than relying on a generic metal-braces timeframe.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 5\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          5\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What should I know about cleaning, eating and breakages?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Ask how to clean around the appliance, which foods or habits could\r\n          damage it, and what to do if a bracket loosens or a wire causes a\r\n          problem.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 6\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          6\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Do any material or allergy concerns apply to me?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Mention any known or suspected metal allergy and ask what materials\r\n          are present in the proposed appliance.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 7\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          7\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What is included in the treatment quote?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Ask whether records, routine monitoring, repairs, retainers and\r\n          other treatment-related items are included or charged separately.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           QUESTION 8\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-consultation-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-consultation-number\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          8\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          What happens after the braces come off?\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Ask which retainer approach is planned, how long retention is\r\n          expected and what follow-up will be needed.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PATIENT-FACING CLOSE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-consultation-note\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        You do not need to ask every question in one visit. The aim is to\r\n        leave the consultation understanding the proposed appliance, why it\r\n        may suit your treatment plan, what the process involves and what the\r\n        written quote includes.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 CONSULTATION QUESTIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-consultation {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-consultation * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-consultation .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-consultation h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  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}\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a33dad5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"a33dad5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL-BRACES-C04\r\n     SECTION \u2014 RETAINERS AFTER METAL BRACES\r\n     Patient-facing implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-retainers\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-retainers-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-retainers-title\">\r\n        Retainers After Metal Braces\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        When active treatment finishes and the braces are removed, retention\r\n        helps maintain the corrected tooth positions.\r\n        <span\r\n          class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n          aria-label=\"See reference 13\"\r\n        >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-13\">13<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         RETENTION CARDS\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-retainers-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 1\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-retainers-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-retainers-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2713\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Retention is part of treatment\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Teeth can move after orthodontic treatment, so the retention phase\r\n          is an important part of maintaining the result rather than simply\r\n          an optional final step.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See reference 13\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-13\">13<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 2\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-retainers-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-retainers-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c9\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Your retainer plan should be individual\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          The type of retainer, how it should be worn and the follow-up plan\r\n          should reflect your treatment and clinical needs.\r\n          <span\r\n            class=\"metal-citation-group\"\r\n            aria-label=\"See reference 13\"\r\n          >[<a href=\"#metal-ref-13\">13<\/a>]<\/span>\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           CARD 3\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-retainers-card\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-retainers-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u21bb\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Know what to do if something changes\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          Before treatment finishes, ask what to do if a retainer is lost,\r\n          damaged or stops fitting properly, and what follow-up is recommended.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         ROUTE TO DEDICATED RETAINERS GUIDE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-retainers-route\">\r\n\r\n      <p>\r\n        For more detail on retainer types, wear and long-term aftercare, see\r\n        <a\r\n          href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/retainers\/\"\r\n          class=\"lq-link\"\r\n        >Retainers in Dubai<\/a>.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 RETAINERS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers {\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   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========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-retainers-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n\r\n  gap: 20px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1050px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card {\r\n  padding: 24px 20px;\r\n\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 3px 10px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.035);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-retainers-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 27px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 8px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 17px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  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!important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-retainers a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CITATIONS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-citation-group {\r\n  white-space: nowrap;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: .92em;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-citation-group a,\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-citation-group a:link,\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-citation-group a:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-citation-group a:hover,\r\n#metal-retainers .metal-citation-group a:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 2px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   TABLET\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 900px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns:\r\n      repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card:last-child {\r\n    grid-column: 1 \/ -1;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 13px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card:last-child {\r\n    grid-column: auto;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card,\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-route {\r\n    padding: 17px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-route p {\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-retainers,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-retainers {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-card,\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-route,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-retainers .metal-retainers-route {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-retainers *,\r\n  #metal-retainers *::before,\r\n  #metal-retainers *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7ed938 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e7ed938\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL BRACES\r\n     SECTION \u2014 METAL BRACES FAQs\r\n     Patient-friendly C03 implementation\r\n     Collapsible accordion\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-faqs\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-faqs-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-faqs-title\">\r\n        Metal Braces FAQs\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"intro\">\r\n        Clear answers to common questions about metal braces, materials,\r\n        treatment and safety.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-faq-accordion\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 1 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            What are metal braces made from?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            Conventional metal brackets are commonly made from stainless\r\n            steel. The archwire, ties and other parts may use different\r\n            alloys or materials, so not every part of a metal-brace system\r\n            is necessarily stainless steel.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 2 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            Are all metal braces conventional braces?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            No. \u201cMetal\u201d describes what the bracket is made from.\r\n            \u201cConventional\u201d and \u201cself-ligating\u201d describe how the archwire is\r\n            held in the bracket. A self-ligating bracket can also be metal.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 3 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            Are metal braces stronger or more durable than ceramic braces?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            Metal is less brittle than ceramic, but that does not mean metal\r\n            brackets will always last longer or come loose less often during\r\n            treatment. Studies comparing metal and ceramic brackets have not\r\n            shown one material to perform better in every setting.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 4 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            Are metal braces faster than ceramic braces?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            Not automatically. Friction can differ between brace systems,\r\n            but that alone does not determine how long treatment will take.\r\n            Treatment time depends on your diagnosis, treatment plan, the\r\n            tooth movements needed and how treatment progresses.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 5 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            Can you have metal braces if you have a nickel allergy?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            A known or suspected nickel allergy can matter because some\r\n            orthodontic alloys contain nickel. Tell the treating team about\r\n            any relevant allergy history before your braces are chosen.\r\n            Not everyone needs allergy testing, and the most suitable\r\n            alternative depends on the individual treatment plan.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 6 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            Can you have an MRI with metal braces?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            Metal braces do not automatically mean you cannot have an MRI.\r\n            They can affect image quality in some scans, especially around\r\n            the head and neck, so tell the MRI or radiology team that you\r\n            have fixed braces. Whether anything needs to be removed depends\r\n            on the specific scan.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 7 -->\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"metal-faq-item\">\r\n\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-question\">\r\n            How much do metal braces cost in Dubai?\r\n          <\/span>\r\n\r\n          <span class=\"metal-faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-faq-answer\">\r\n          <p>\r\n            Metal-braces pricing can vary with the treatment plan and what is\r\n            included in the quote. For current price ranges and guidance on\r\n            comparing orthodontic quotes, see LumiQuest\u2019s\r\n            <a\r\n              href=\"https:\/\/lumiquestdental.com\/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/cost\/\"\r\n              class=\"lq-link\"\r\n            >Braces Cost in Dubai<\/a>\r\n            guide.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 COLLAPSIBLE FAQS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 20px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .intro {\r\n  max-width: 760px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #444;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 18px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ACCORDION WRAPPER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-accordion {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  gap: 14px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 900px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ITEM\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item {\r\n  overflow: hidden;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 14px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 3px 10px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.035);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* Remove native marker *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item summary {\r\n  list-style: none;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker {\r\n  display: none;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   SUMMARY \/ QUESTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item summary {\r\n  display: flex;\r\n\r\n  align-items: center;\r\n  justify-content: space-between;\r\n\r\n  gap: 18px;\r\n\r\n  padding: 20px 22px;\r\n\r\n  cursor: pointer;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  user-select: none;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item summary:hover {\r\n  background: #fffaf6;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item summary:focus-visible {\r\n  outline: 3px solid rgba(255,122,0,.25);\r\n  outline-offset: -3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-question {\r\n  flex: 1 1 auto;\r\n\r\n  min-width: 0;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 17px;\r\n  line-height: 1.45;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   PLUS \/ MINUS ICON\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-toggle {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  flex: 0 0 28px;\r\n\r\n  width: 28px;\r\n  height: 28px;\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 999px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      135deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-toggle::before,\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-toggle::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  top: 50%;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  width: 12px;\r\n  height: 2px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 2px;\r\n\r\n  transform:\r\n    translate(-50%, -50%);\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-toggle::after {\r\n  transform:\r\n    translate(-50%, -50%)\r\n    rotate(90deg);\r\n\r\n  transition:\r\n    transform .2s ease;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-item[open]\r\n.metal-faq-toggle::after {\r\n  transform:\r\n    translate(-50%, -50%)\r\n    rotate(0deg);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   ANSWER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-answer {\r\n  padding:\r\n    0\r\n    22px\r\n    20px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs .metal-faq-answer p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   LINKS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs a.lq-link,\r\n#metal-faqs a.lq-link:link,\r\n#metal-faqs a.lq-link:visited {\r\n  color: #ff7a00 !important;\r\n\r\n  font-weight: 700 !important;\r\n\r\n  text-decoration: none !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#metal-faqs a.lq-link:hover,\r\n#metal-faqs a.lq-link:focus-visible {\r\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs h2 {\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .intro {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size: 16.5px;\r\n\r\n    text-align: start;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .metal-faq-accordion {\r\n    gap: 11px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .metal-faq-item summary {\r\n    gap: 12px;\r\n\r\n    padding: 17px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .metal-faq-question {\r\n    font-size: 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .metal-faq-toggle {\r\n    flex-basis: 26px;\r\n\r\n    width: 26px;\r\n    height: 26px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .metal-faq-answer {\r\n    padding:\r\n      0\r\n      16px\r\n      17px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs .metal-faq-answer p {\r\n    font-size: 14.5px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-faqs,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-faqs {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-faqs .metal-faq-item,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-faqs .metal-faq-item {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-faqs *,\r\n  #metal-faqs *::before,\r\n  #metal-faqs *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d934f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"5d934f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL-BRACES-C04\r\n     SECTION \u2014 ABOUT THIS GUIDE\r\n     Public authorship + clinical review\r\n     Patient-facing implementation\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-about\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-about-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"lq-section-inner\">\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"lq-centered\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-about-title\">\r\n        About This Guide\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"metal-about-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           GUIDE PURPOSE\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-about-card metal-about-card-main\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-about-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u25c9\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Independent dental guidance\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          LumiQuest Dental Circle is an independent dental guidance platform.\r\n          It is not a dental clinic or a provider-ranking marketplace.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          This guide is designed to help you understand metal braces,\r\n          important material and safety considerations, and useful questions\r\n          to ask before treatment.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n        <p>\r\n          It does not replace an individual orthodontic assessment, diagnosis\r\n          or treatment plan.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===================================================\r\n           AUTHORSHIP \/ REVIEW\r\n           =================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <article class=\"metal-about-card metal-about-review\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"metal-about-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          \u2713\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <h3>\r\n          Editorial and clinical review\r\n        <\/h3>\r\n\r\n        <dl class=\"metal-review-list\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-review-row\">\r\n\r\n            <dt>\r\n              Written by\r\n            <\/dt>\r\n\r\n            <dd>\r\n              LumiQuest Editorial Team\r\n            <\/dd>\r\n\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-review-row\">\r\n\r\n            <dt>\r\n              Clinical review by\r\n            <\/dt>\r\n\r\n            <dd>\r\n              Dr. Joe Feghali \u2014 Orthodontist and Founder,\r\n              LumiQuest Dental Circle\r\n            <\/dd>\r\n\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"metal-review-row\">\r\n\r\n            <dt>\r\n              Clinical review date\r\n            <\/dt>\r\n\r\n            <dd>\r\n              11 September 2026\r\n            <\/dd>\r\n\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/dl>\r\n\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   METAL BRACES \u2014 ABOUT THIS GUIDE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-about {\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 72px 16px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about * {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   HEADER\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-about .lq-centered {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about h2 {\r\n  position: relative;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 0 44px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1.25;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about h2::after {\r\n  content: \"\";\r\n\r\n  position: absolute;\r\n\r\n  bottom: -8px;\r\n  left: 50%;\r\n\r\n  transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n  width: 60px;\r\n  height: 3px;\r\n\r\n  background:\r\n    linear-gradient(\r\n      90deg,\r\n      #ff7a00,\r\n      #ff5fa2\r\n    );\r\n\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   GRID\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-about-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n\r\n  grid-template-columns:\r\n    minmax(0, 1.25fr)\r\n    minmax(0, .75fr);\r\n\r\n  gap: 22px;\r\n\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 1000px;\r\n\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   CARDS\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-about-card {\r\n  padding: 26px 24px;\r\n\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n\r\n  border: 1px solid #e8e8e8;\r\n  border-radius: 16px;\r\n\r\n  box-shadow:\r\n    0 3px 10px\r\n    rgba(0,0,0,.035);\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-about-icon {\r\n  margin-bottom: 11px;\r\n\r\n  color: #ff7a00;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 28px;\r\n  line-height: 1;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-about-card h3 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 12px;\r\n\r\n  color: #222;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 19px;\r\n  line-height: 1.4;\r\n  font-weight: 650;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-about-card p {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #555;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 15px;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-about-card p + p {\r\n  margin-top: 12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REVIEW LIST\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-review-list {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-review-row {\r\n  padding: 13px 0;\r\n\r\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #ececec;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-review-row:first-child {\r\n  padding-top: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-review-row:last-child {\r\n  padding-bottom: 0;\r\n\r\n  border-bottom: 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-review-row dt {\r\n  margin: 0 0 4px;\r\n\r\n  color: #667085;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 12px;\r\n  line-height: 1.45;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n\r\n  text-transform: uppercase;\r\n  letter-spacing: .04em;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n#metal-about .metal-review-row dd {\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n\r\n  color: #333;\r\n\r\n  font-size: 14.5px;\r\n  line-height: 1.6;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   MOBILE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-about {\r\n    padding:\r\n      44px\r\n      8px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-about h2 {\r\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\r\n\r\n    font-size:\r\n      clamp(\r\n        26px,\r\n        7vw,\r\n        32px\r\n      );\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-about .metal-about-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n\r\n    gap: 14px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n\r\n  #metal-about .metal-about-card {\r\n    padding: 19px 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   RTL SAFE\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-about,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-about {\r\n  direction: rtl;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\nhtml[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-about .metal-about-card,\r\nhtml[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-about .metal-about-card {\r\n  text-align: right;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* =========================================================\r\n   REDUCED MOTION\r\n   ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n  #metal-about *,\r\n  #metal-about *::before,\r\n  #metal-about *::after {\r\n    animation: none !important;\r\n    transition: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1290399 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"1290399\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- =========================================================\r\n     METAL-BRACES-C04 \u2014 REFERENCES\r\n     Proven LumiQuest reference-navigation pattern\r\n     Adapted from supplied Damon implementation\r\n     Final C03 bibliography: 13 references\r\n     ========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  id=\"metal-references\"\r\n  class=\"lq lq-section\"\r\n  dir=\"auto\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"metal-references-title\"\r\n>\r\n\r\n  <style>\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       REFERENCES\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references {\r\n      background: #fff;\r\n      padding: 54px 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references * {\r\n      box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-inner {\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n      max-width: 960px;\r\n      margin: 0 auto;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       HEADER\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-header {\r\n      max-width: 760px;\r\n      margin: 0 auto 26px;\r\n\r\n      text-align: center;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references h2 {\r\n      position: relative;\r\n      display: inline-block;\r\n\r\n      margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n      padding-bottom: 11px;\r\n\r\n      color: #1b1b1b;\r\n\r\n      font-size: clamp(28px, 3.2vw, 36px);\r\n      line-height: 1.25;\r\n      font-weight: 700;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references h2::after {\r\n      content: \"\";\r\n\r\n      position: absolute;\r\n      left: 50%;\r\n      bottom: 0;\r\n\r\n      transform: translateX(-50%);\r\n\r\n      width: 76px;\r\n      height: 3px;\r\n\r\n      border-radius: 4px;\r\n\r\n      background:\r\n        linear-gradient(\r\n          90deg,\r\n          #ff7a00,\r\n          #ff9c52,\r\n          #ff5fa2\r\n        );\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-intro {\r\n      margin: 0;\r\n\r\n      color: #475467;\r\n\r\n      font-size: 15px;\r\n      line-height: 1.7;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       REFERENCE LIST\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-list {\r\n      display: grid;\r\n      gap: 10px;\r\n\r\n      margin: 0;\r\n      padding: 0;\r\n\r\n      list-style: none;\r\n\r\n      direction: ltr;\r\n      text-align: left;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-item {\r\n      display: grid;\r\n\r\n      grid-template-columns:\r\n        38px 1fr;\r\n\r\n      gap: 12px;\r\n\r\n      padding: 15px 16px;\r\n\r\n      background: #fafafa;\r\n\r\n      border: 1px solid #e7e7e7;\r\n      border-radius: 13px;\r\n\r\n      direction: ltr;\r\n      text-align: left;\r\n\r\n      scroll-margin-top: 120px;\r\n\r\n      transition:\r\n        border-color .2s ease,\r\n        background-color .2s ease,\r\n        box-shadow .2s ease;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       ACTIVE \/ TARGET HIGHLIGHT\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references\r\n    .mr-item.mr-reference-active {\r\n      background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n      border-color:\r\n        var(--lq-brand, #ff7a00);\r\n\r\n      box-shadow:\r\n        0 0 0 2px\r\n        rgba(255,122,0,.08);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references\r\n    .mr-item:target {\r\n      background: #fffaf6;\r\n\r\n      border-color:\r\n        var(--lq-brand, #ff7a00);\r\n\r\n      box-shadow:\r\n        0 0 0 2px\r\n        rgba(255,122,0,.08);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       NUMBER\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-number {\r\n      display: flex;\r\n      align-items: center;\r\n      justify-content: center;\r\n\r\n      width: 34px;\r\n      height: 34px;\r\n\r\n      background: #fff1e6;\r\n\r\n      border-radius: 999px;\r\n\r\n      color: #a44700;\r\n\r\n      font-size: 13px;\r\n      line-height: 1;\r\n      font-weight: 800;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       REFERENCE CONTENT\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-content {\r\n      min-width: 0;\r\n\r\n      color: #475467;\r\n\r\n      font-size: 13.5px;\r\n      line-height: 1.68;\r\n\r\n      overflow-wrap: anywhere;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source + .mr-source {\r\n      margin-top: 8px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source strong {\r\n      color: #1b1b1b;\r\n\r\n      font-weight: 700;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source em {\r\n      color: #344054;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source a,\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source a:link,\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source a:visited {\r\n      color:\r\n        var(--lq-brand, #ff7a00) !important;\r\n\r\n      font-weight: 650;\r\n\r\n      text-decoration: none !important;\r\n\r\n      overflow-wrap: anywhere;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source a:hover,\r\n    #metal-references .mr-source a:focus-visible {\r\n      text-decoration: underline !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       NOTE\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    #metal-references .mr-note {\r\n      margin-top: 18px;\r\n      padding: 14px 16px;\r\n\r\n      background: #fff8f2;\r\n\r\n      border: 1px solid rgba(255,122,0,.18);\r\n      border-radius: 12px;\r\n\r\n      color: #667085;\r\n\r\n      font-size: 12.5px;\r\n      line-height: 1.65;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       MOBILE\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    @media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n      #metal-references {\r\n        padding: 34px 8px !important;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n      #metal-references .mr-header {\r\n        margin-bottom: 22px;\r\n\r\n        text-align: start;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n      #metal-references h2::after {\r\n        left: 0;\r\n\r\n        transform: none;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n      #metal-references .mr-item {\r\n        grid-template-columns:\r\n          30px 1fr;\r\n\r\n        gap: 9px;\r\n\r\n        padding: 13px 12px;\r\n\r\n        scroll-margin-top: 95px;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n      #metal-references .mr-number {\r\n        width: 28px;\r\n        height: 28px;\r\n\r\n        font-size: 12px;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n      #metal-references .mr-content {\r\n        font-size: 13px;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       RTL SAFETY\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    html[dir=\"rtl\"] #metal-references,\r\n    html[lang|=\"ar\"] #metal-references {\r\n      direction: rtl;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    html[dir=\"rtl\"]\r\n    #metal-references .mr-header,\r\n\r\n    html[lang|=\"ar\"]\r\n    #metal-references .mr-header {\r\n      text-align: right;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    html[dir=\"rtl\"]\r\n    #metal-references .mr-list,\r\n\r\n    html[lang|=\"ar\"]\r\n    #metal-references .mr-list,\r\n\r\n    html[dir=\"rtl\"]\r\n    #metal-references .mr-item,\r\n\r\n    html[lang|=\"ar\"]\r\n    #metal-references .mr-item {\r\n      direction: ltr !important;\r\n      text-align: left !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    @media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n\r\n      html[dir=\"rtl\"]\r\n      #metal-references h2::after,\r\n\r\n      html[lang|=\"ar\"]\r\n      #metal-references h2::after {\r\n        left: auto;\r\n        right: 0;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }\r\n\r\n\r\n    \/* =========================================================\r\n       REDUCED MOTION\r\n       ========================================================= *\/\r\n\r\n    @media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\r\n\r\n      #metal-references .mr-item {\r\n        transition: none;\r\n      }\r\n\r\n    }\r\n\r\n  <\/style>\r\n\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"mr-inner\">\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         HEADER\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <header class=\"mr-header\">\r\n\r\n      <h2 id=\"metal-references-title\">\r\n        References\r\n      <\/h2>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"mr-intro\">\r\n        References were selected for the specific clinical claims cited\r\n        in this guide.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/header>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         REFERENCE LIST\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <ol\r\n      class=\"mr-list\"\r\n      dir=\"ltr\"\r\n      lang=\"en\"\r\n    >\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [1]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-1\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          1\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              British Orthodontic Society.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Conventional Fixed Braces.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Current professional and patient guidance.\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/bos.org.uk\/conventional\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              British Orthodontic Society\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [2]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-2\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          2\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              American Association of Orthodontists.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              How Do Braces Work?\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Current professional and patient guidance.\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/aaoinfo.org\/treatments\/braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              American Association of Orthodontists\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [3]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-3\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          3\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              American Association of Orthodontists.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              What Are Ceramic Braces?\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Current professional and patient guidance.\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/aaoinfo.org\/whats-trending\/what-are-ceramic-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              American Association of Orthodontists\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [4]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-4\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          4\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Karamouzos A, Athanasiou AE,\r\n              Papadopoulos MA.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Clinical characteristics and properties of ceramic brackets:\r\n              A comprehensive review.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.\r\n            1997;112:34\u201340.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/S0889-5406(97)70271-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1016\/S0889-5406(97)70271-3\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9228839\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              9228839\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [5]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-5\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          5\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              AlSubaie M et al.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Study of force loss due to friction comparing two ceramic\r\n              brackets during sliding tooth movement.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics.\r\n            2016;77:334\u2013340.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s00056-016-0038-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1007\/s00056-016-0038-0\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27384715\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              27384715\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [6]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-6\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          6\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Scribante A et al.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Metallic vs Ceramic Bracket Failures After 12 Months of\r\n              Treatment: A Prospective Clinical Trial.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            International Dental Journal.\r\n            2024;74:1371\u20131377.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.identj.2024.04.023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1016\/j.identj.2024.04.023\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/38744578\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              38744578\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [7]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-7\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          7\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Ogi\u0144ski T et al.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              A Clinical Comparison of Failure Rates of Metallic and Ceramic\r\n              Brackets: A Twelve-Month Study.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            2020;9725101.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1155\/2020\/9725101\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1155\/2020\/9725101\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32382584\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              32382584\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [8]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-8\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          8\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              G\u00f6lz L, Papageorgiou SN, J\u00e4ger A.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Nickel hypersensitivity and orthodontic treatment:\r\n              a systematic review and meta-analysis.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Contact Dermatitis.\r\n            2015;73:1\u201314.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/cod.12392\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1111\/cod.12392\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25880885\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              25880885\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [9]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-9\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          9\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Pazzini CA et al.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Allergic reactions and nickel-free braces:\r\n              a systematic review.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Brazilian Oral Research.\r\n            2011;25:85\u201390.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1590\/S1806-83242011000100015\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1590\/S1806-83242011000100015\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21359455\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              21359455\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n          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=====================================================\r\n           [11]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-11\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          11\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Dobai A et al.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              MRI compatibility of orthodontic brackets and wires:\r\n              systematic review article.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            BMC Oral Health.\r\n            2022.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1186\/s12903-022-02317-9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1186\/s12903-022-02317-9\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35854295\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              35854295\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [12]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-12\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          12\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Johannsen KM et al.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Magnetic resonance imaging artefacts caused by orthodontic\r\n              appliances and\/or implant-supported prosthesis:\r\n              a systematic review.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            Oral Radiology.\r\n            2023;39:394\u2013407.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s11282-022-00652-9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1007\/s11282-022-00652-9\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n            PMID:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/36178613\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              36178613\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n      <!-- =====================================================\r\n           [13]\r\n           ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n      <li\r\n        id=\"metal-ref-13\"\r\n        class=\"mr-item\"\r\n      >\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"mr-number\">\r\n          13\r\n        <\/span>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"mr-content\">\r\n\r\n          <div class=\"mr-source\">\r\n            <strong>\r\n              Al-Moghrabi D, Littlewood SJ, Fleming PS.\r\n            <\/strong>\r\n            <em>\r\n              Orthodontic retention protocols:\r\n              an evidence-based overview.\r\n            <\/em>\r\n            British Dental Journal.\r\n            2021;230:770\u2013776.\r\n            DOI:\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1038\/s41415-021-2954-7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n              10.1038\/s41415-021-2954-7\r\n            <\/a>.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- =====================================================\r\n         PATIENT-FACING NOTE\r\n         ===================================================== -->\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"mr-note\">\r\n\r\n      References were selected for the specific clinical claims cited in\r\n      this guide. 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We'll review your enquiry and follow up using the contact details you provide.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <p>\n    LumiQuest guidance is currently free for patients; clinic consultation and treatment charges are separate.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <p>\n    We ask for your consent before sharing your identifiable information with a clinic.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <p class=\"lq-guardian-note\">Enquiring about dental care for a child? Please have a parent or legal guardian submit the enquiry. 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WhatsApp only.<\/small>\n          <div class=\"lq-global-error-message\" id=\"phone_error\" aria-live=\"polite\">Please enter a valid phone number.<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <!-- LQ:CONTACT END -->\n\n      <!-- LQ:PREFCONTACT START -->\n      <div class=\"lq-field\">\n        <label for=\"preferred_contact\">Preferred Contact Method <span class=\"req\">*<\/span><\/label>\n        <select name=\"preferred_contact\" id=\"preferred_contact\" required>\n          <option value=\"\">- Select -<\/option>\n          <option value=\"WhatsApp\">WhatsApp<\/option>\n          <option value=\"Email\">Email<\/option>\n        <\/select>\n      <\/div>\n      <!-- LQ:PREFCONTACT END -->\n\n      <!-- LQ:ADVANCED START -->\n      <details class=\"lq-advanced\">\n        <summary>Advanced Options (optional)<\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"lq-field\">\n          <label for=\"case_description\">Anything else you'd like to share?<\/label>\n          <textarea name=\"case_description\" id=\"case_description\" rows=\"2\"\n            placeholder=\"Add any details you\u2019d like (goals, questions, doubts, etc.)\"><\/textarea>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"lq-field\">\n          <label for=\"location\">Preferred Area or Landmark<\/label>\n          <input type=\"text\" name=\"location\" id=\"location\" placeholder=\"Nearest area or landmark\">\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"lq-grid\">\n          <div class=\"lq-field\">\n            <label for=\"preferred_language\">Preferred Language<\/label>\n            <input type=\"text\" name=\"preferred_language\" id=\"preferred_language\" placeholder=\"English, Arabic, Russian\u2026\">\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"lq-field\">\n            <label for=\"preferred_gender\">Preferred Dentist Gender<\/label>\n            <input type=\"text\" name=\"preferred_gender\" id=\"preferred_gender\" placeholder=\"If you have a preference\">\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"lq-grid\">\n          <div class=\"lq-field\">\n            <label for=\"preferred_nationality\">Preferred Dentist Nationality<\/label>\n            <input type=\"text\" name=\"preferred_nationality\" id=\"preferred_nationality\" placeholder=\"Only if helpful for comfort\">\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"lq-field\">\n            <label for=\"insurance\">Insurance Provider &amp; 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document.getElementById('phone_number').value = full;\n    }\n  }\n\n  phoneLocal.setCustomValidity(ok ? 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'none' : 'block';\n  return ok;\n}\n\n\/\/ Wire up typing and paste\n['input','blur','paste'].forEach(evt=>{\n  phoneLocal.addEventListener(evt, ()=>{ formatAsYouType(); validatePhone(); });\n});\n\/\/ LQ:PHONE_JS END\n\n\/\/ LQ:TURNSTILE_JS START\n\/* Turnstile *\/\nfunction onTurnstile(token){document.getElementById('turnstile_token').value=token||'';}\nwindow.onTurnstile=onTurnstile;\n\/\/ LQ:TURNSTILE_JS END\n\n\/\/ --- LQ:I18N (EN\/AR auto) ---\nconst LQ_I18N = {\n  isArabic() {\n    const lang = (document.documentElement.getAttribute('lang') || '').toLowerCase();\n    return lang.startsWith('ar') || document.body.classList.contains('trp-language-ar');\n  },\n  t(key) {\n    const ar = {\n      pendingSubmitting: \"\u062c\u0627\u0631\u064d \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0631\u0633\u0627\u0644\u2026 \u064a\u064f\u0631\u062c\u0649 \u0639\u062f\u0645 \u0625\u063a\u0644\u0627\u0642 \u0647\u0630\u0647 \u0627\u0644\u0635\u0641\u062d\u0629.\",\n      pendingStill: \"\u0645\u0627 \u0632\u0644\u0646\u0627 \u0646\u0639\u0645\u0644\u2026 \u064a\u064f\u0631\u062c\u0649 \u0625\u0628\u0642\u0627\u0621 \u0647\u0630\u0647 \u0627\u0644\u0635\u0641\u062d\u0629 \u0645\u0641\u062a\u0648\u062d\u0629.\",\n      humanVerify: \"\u064a\u0631\u062c\u0649 \u062a\u0623\u0643\u064a\u062f \u0623\u0646\u0643 \u0644\u0633\u062a \u0631\u0648\u0628\u0648\u062a\u064b\u0627.\",\n      fixFields: \"\u064a\u0631\u062c\u0649 \u062a\u0635\u062d\u064a\u062d \u0627\u0644\u062d\u0642\u0648\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u064f\u0638\u0644\u0651\u0644\u0629 \u0642\u0628\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0631\u0633\u0627\u0644.\",\n      confirmFail: \"\u062a\u0639\u0630\u0651\u0631 \u062a\u0623\u0643\u064a\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0631\u0633\u0627\u0644. \u062d\u0627\u0648\u0644 \u0645\u0631\u0629 \u0623\u062e\u0631\u0649.\",\n\n      successTitle: \"\u0634\u0643\u0631\u064b\u0627 \u2014 \u062a\u0645 \u0627\u0633\u062a\u0644\u0627\u0645 \u0637\u0644\u0628\u0643 \ud83e\uddb7\",\n      successPara: \"\u062a\u0644\u0642\u0651\u064a\u0646\u0627 \u0637\u0644\u0628\u0643. \u0633\u0646\u0631\u0627\u062c\u0639\u0647 \u0648\u0646\u062a\u0627\u0628\u0639 \u0645\u0639\u0643 \u0639\u0628\u0631 \u0628\u064a\u0627\u0646\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0648\u0627\u0635\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u062a\u064a \u0642\u062f\u0651\u0645\u062a\u0647\u0627.\",\n      spamNote: \"\u0645\u0644\u0627\u062d\u0638\u0629 \u0635\u063a\u064a\u0631\u0629: \u0625\u0630\u0627 \u0644\u0645 \u062a\u062c\u062f \u0631\u0633\u0627\u0644\u062a\u0646\u0627\u060c \u064a\u064f\u0631\u062c\u0649 \u0627\u0644\u062a\u062d\u0642\u0642 \u0645\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0628\u0631\u064a\u062f \u063a\u064a\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u0647\u0627\u0645 \/ \u0627\u0644\u0631\u0633\u0627\u0626\u0644 \u063a\u064a\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0631\u063a\u0648\u0628 \u0641\u064a\u0647\u0627.\",\n      step1: \"\u0646\u0631\u0627\u062c\u0639 \u0623\u0647\u062f\u0627\u0641\u0643 \u0648\u062a\u0641\u0636\u064a\u0644\u0627\u062a\u0643.\",\n      step2: \"\u0646\u0623\u062e\u0630 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0639\u0644\u0648\u0645\u0627\u062a \u0630\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0635\u0644\u0629 \u0641\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0627\u0639\u062a\u0628\u0627\u0631\u060c \u0648\u0646\u0633\u062a\u0639\u0631\u0636 \u0639\u0646\u062f \u0627\u0644\u062d\u0627\u062c\u0629 \u062e\u064a\u0627\u0631\u0627\u062a \u0644\u0623\u0637\u0628\u0627\u0621 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0623\u0648 \u0639\u064a\u0627\u062f\u0627\u062a \u064a\u0645\u0643\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0646\u0638\u0631 \u0641\u064a\u0647\u0627.\",\n      step3: \"\u0646\u062a\u0648\u0627\u0635\u0644 \u0645\u0639\u0643 \u0644\u062a\u0642\u062f\u064a\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0631\u0634\u0627\u062f \u0648\u0627\u0644\u062e\u0637\u0648\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0627\u0644\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u062d\u062a\u0645\u0644\u0629.\"\n\n    };\n    const en = {\n      pendingSubmitting: \"Submitting\u2026 please don\u2019t close this tab.\",\n      pendingStill: \"Still working\u2026 please keep this tab open.\",\n      humanVerify: \"Please verify you\u2019re human.\",\n      fixFields: \"Please fix the highlighted fields before submitting\",\n      confirmFail: \"We couldn\u2019t confirm your submission. Please try again.\",\n\n      successTitle: \"Thanks \u2014 your request is in \ud83e\uddb7\",\n      \n      successPara: \"We've received your enquiry. We'll review it and follow up using the contact details you provided.\",\n      spamNote: \"Small note: if you don\u2019t see our email, please check your spam\/junk folder.\",\n      step1: \"We check your goals and preferences.\",\n      step2: \"We consider relevant information and, where useful, possible dentists or clinics to explore.\",\n      step3: \"We follow up with guidance and possible next steps.\"\n\n\n    };\n    return (LQ_I18N.isArabic() ? ar : en)[key] || key;\n  }\n};\n\n\/\/ --- LQ:LANG_INPUT (auto-fill hidden page_language) ---\n(function () {\n  const langEl = document.getElementById('page_language');\n  if (!langEl) return;\n\n  function detectPageLanguage() {\n    const htmlLang = (document.documentElement.getAttribute('lang') || '').toLowerCase();\n    const isTRPAr  = document.body.classList.contains('trp-language-ar') || (window.trp_language === 'ar');\n    const pathAr   = \/^\\\/ar\\\/\/i.test(location.pathname);                         \/\/ TranslatePress virtual path\n    const queryAr  = \/(?:^|[?&])trp_language=ar\\b\/i.test(location.search);       \/\/ TRP query param\n    return (htmlLang.startsWith('ar') || isTRPAr || pathAr || queryAr) ? 'ar' : 'en';\n  }\n\n  const setLang = () => { langEl.value = detectPageLanguage(); };\n\n  \/\/ Initial set\n  setLang();\n\n  \/\/ Keep in sync if TRP or the DOM flips language after load\n  new MutationObserver(setLang).observe(document.documentElement, { attributes: true, attributeFilter: ['lang'] });\n  new MutationObserver(setLang).observe(document.body,          { attributes: true, attributeFilter: ['class'] });\n\n  \/\/ Safety on BFCache\/page restores\n  window.addEventListener('pageshow', setLang);\n})();\n\n\/\/ LQ:METADATA_JS START\n\/* Metadata + bindings *\/\ndocument.getElementById('date').value = new Date().toISOString().slice(0, 10);\ndocument.getElementById('time').value=new Date().toLocaleTimeString();\ndocument.getElementById('page_url').value=window.location.href;\ndocument.getElementById('unique_id').value=(crypto&&crypto.randomUUID)?crypto.randomUUID():(Date.now()+'-'+Math.random().toString(16).slice(2));\n\nconst btn = form.querySelector('.lq-btn');\nconst msgPending = document.getElementById('lq-pending');\nconst msgSuccess = document.getElementById('lq-success');\nconst msgError   = document.getElementById('lq-error');\nconst iframe = document.querySelector('iframe[name=\"lq_iframe\"]');\n\ndocument.querySelectorAll('#'+form.id+' input, #'+form.id+' select, #'+form.id+' textarea, #'+form.id+' button[type=\"submit\"]').forEach(el=>el.setAttribute('form', form.id));\n\nfunction setSubmitting(on){\n  if(on){\n    btn.disabled = true;\n    btn.dataset.label = btn.textContent; \n\/\/ or simply:\nbtn.textContent = LQ_I18N.isArabic() ? '\u062c\u0627\u0631\u064d \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0631\u0633\u0627\u0644\u2026' : 'Submitting\u2026';\n\n    msgPending.textContent = LQ_I18N.t('pendingSubmitting');\n    msgPending.style.display='block';\n  }else{\n    btn.disabled = false;\n    btn.textContent = btn.dataset.label || '\ud83d\udd0d Find My Dentist';\n    msgPending.style.display='none';\n  }\n}\n\/\/ LQ:METADATA_JS END\n\n\/\/ LQ:SUBMIT_JS START\nform.addEventListener('submit',function(e){\n  if(!document.getElementById('turnstile_token').value){\n    e.preventDefault();\n    msgError.textContent = LQ_I18N.t('humanVerify'); \n    msgError.style.display='block';\n    return;\n  }\n\n  \/\/ Validate HTML5 + phone by country\n  if(!form.checkValidity() || !validatePhone()){\n    e.preventDefault();\n    form.reportValidity();\n    (form.querySelector(':invalid')||phoneLocal)?.focus();\n    msgError.textContent = LQ_I18N.t('fixFields');\n    msgError.style.display='block';\n    return;\n  }\n\n  setSubmitting(true);\n  msgError.style.display='none';\n\n  let done = false;\n\n\/\/ Text-only enquiry: preserve the existing non-upload soft timeout.\nconst SOFT_TIMEOUT_MS = 15000;\n\nconst softTimer = setTimeout(() => {\n  if (done) return;\n  msgPending.textContent = LQ_I18N.t('pendingStill');\n  msgPending.style.display = 'block';\n}, SOFT_TIMEOUT_MS);\n\n\niframe.addEventListener('load', () => {\n  if (done) return;\n  done = true;\n  clearTimeout(softTimer);\n\n  \/\/ Debounce a tick so iframe body is fully written\n  setTimeout(() => {\n    let isOK = false;\n    try {\n      const doc = iframe.contentDocument || iframe.contentWindow?.document;\n      const bodyText = (doc?.body?.textContent || '').trim();\n      isOK = bodyText === 'OK'; \/\/ exact literal OK\n    } catch (e) {\n      isOK = false;\n    }\n\n    if (!isOK) {\n      setSubmitting(false);\n      msgPending.style.display = 'none';\n      msgError.textContent = LQ_I18N.t('confirmFail');\n      msgError.style.display = 'block';\n      return;\n    }\n\n    \/\/ Success UI\n\/\/ Success UI\nsetSubmitting(false);\nmsgPending.style.display = 'none';\n\nconst actions = form.querySelector('.lq-actions');\nactions.innerHTML = `\n  <div class=\"lq-success-card\" id=\"lq-success-card\" role=\"status\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n    <div class=\"lq-success-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n      <svg width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\">\n        <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"11\" stroke=\"rgba(0,0,0,.12)\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/circle>\n        <path d=\"M7 12.5l3 3 7-7\" stroke=\"#28A745\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path>\n      <\/svg>\n    <\/div>\n    <h2>${LQ_I18N.t('successTitle')}<\/h2>\n    <p>${LQ_I18N.t('successPara')}<\/p>\n    <p class=\"lq-spam-note\">${LQ_I18N.t('spamNote')}<\/p>\n    <ol class=\"lq-steps\" aria-label=\"${LQ_I18N.isArabic() ? '\u0645\u0627\u0630\u0627 \u0633\u064a\u062d\u062f\u062b \u0644\u0627\u062d\u0642\u064b\u0627' : 'What happens next'}\">\n      <li>\n        <span class=\"badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">1<\/span>\n        <div class=\"text\">${LQ_I18N.t('step1')}<\/div>\n      <\/li>\n      <li>\n        <span class=\"badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">2<\/span>\n        <div class=\"text\">${LQ_I18N.t('step2')}<\/div>\n      <\/li>\n      <li>\n        <span class=\"badge\" aria-hidden=\"true\">3<\/span>\n        <div class=\"text\">${LQ_I18N.t('step3')}<\/div>\n      <\/li>\n    <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n`;\n\n\/\/ Optional: make the card RTL on Arabic\nif (LQ_I18N.isArabic()) document.getElementById('lq-success-card').dir = 'rtl';\n\n\n    const successEl = document.getElementById('lq-success-card');\n    successEl.setAttribute('tabindex', '-1');\n    successEl.focus({ preventScroll: true });\n    setTimeout(() => successEl.scrollIntoView({ behavior: 'smooth', block: 'start' }), 30);\n  }, 100);\n}, { once: true });\n\n\n\n});\n\n\/\/ ---------- Auto-preselect + Arabic relabel ----------\n\n\/\/ LQ:LOCALE_JS START\n(function () {\n  \/\/ Robust path text (handles %D8\u2026 encodings)\n  const PATH = decodeURIComponent(location.pathname);\n\n  \/\/ ---------- PAGE \u2192 AUTOSELECTION RULES ----------\n  \/\/ 1st dropdown is matched by \/Straighten teeth\/i for all ortho pages below.\n  \/\/ 2nd dropdown uses specific text matches (en dash\/hyphen tolerant).\n  const rules = [\n    {\n     \/\/ \/dubai\/emergency-dentist\/ and \/dubai\/emergency-dentist\/best\/\n     test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/emergency-dentist(\\\/best)?\\\/?$\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Pain\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*swelling\\s*or\\s*urgent\\s*issue\/i\n    },\n    {\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/dentures(\\\/cost)?(\\\/|$)\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Missing\\\/broken\\s*tooth\/i\n      \/\/ \u274c no subMatch\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ Pediatric pages: \/dubai\/pediatric-dentistry\/, \/dubai\/pediatric-dentistry\/best\/,\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/orthodontics\/pediatric\/, \/dubai\/orthodontics\/pediatric\/myobrace\/\n      \/\/ Keep these pages exempt from generic orthodontics preselection.\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/(pediatric-dentistry(\\\/best)?|orthodontics\\\/pediatric(\\\/myobrace)?)\\\/?$\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/root-canal\/, \/dubai\/root-canal\/cost\/, \/dubai\/endodontist\/, \/dubai\/endodontist\/best\/\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/(root-canal(\\\/cost)?|endodontist(\\\/best)?)(\\\/|$)\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Pain\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*swelling\\s*or\\s*urgent\\s*issue\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/teeth-whitening\/ and \/dubai\/zoom-whitening\/\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/(teeth-whitening|zoom-whitening)(\\\/|$)\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Improve\\s*my\\s*smile\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*veneers\\s*or\\s*whitening\\s*or\\s*more\/i,\n      subMatch: \/Teeth\\s*Whitening\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*I\\s*want\\s*a\\s*brighter,\\s*whiter\\s*smile\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/crowns-bridges\/\n      test: 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\/Hollywood\\s*Smile\/i\n    },\n    {\n        \/\/ \/dubai\/veneers\/ and subpages\n        test: \/\\\/veneers(\\\/|$)\/i,\n        reasonMatch: \/Improve\\s*my\\s*smile\/i,\n        subMatch: \/Dental\\s*Veneers\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*I\\s*want\\s*to\\s*reshape\\s*or\\s*whiten\/i\n    },\n    {\n        \/\/ \/dubai\/dental-implants\/\n        test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/dental-implants(\\\/|$)\/i,\n        reasonMatch: \/Missing\\\/broken\\s*tooth\/i,\n        subMatch: \/Dental\\s*Implant\\s*Needed\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*I\\s*want\\s*a\\s*permanent\\s*tooth\\s*replacement\/i\n    },\n    {\n        \/\/ \/dubai\/orthodontics\/clear-aligners\/\n        test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/orthodontics\\\/clear-aligners\\\/?$\/i,\n        reasonMatch: \/Straighten\\s*teeth\/i,\n        \/\/ tolerant to hyphen\/en-dash + apostrophe variations\n        subMatch: \/Clear\\s*Aligners\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*I.?m\\s*exploring\\s*alternatives\\s*to\\s*Invisalign\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/ceramic\/\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/orthodontics\\\/braces\\\/ceramic\\\/?$\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Straighten\\s*teeth\/i,\n      subMatch: \/Braces\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*I.?m\\s*open\\s*to\\s*fixed\\s*brackets\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/metal\/\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/orthodontics\\\/braces\\\/metal\\\/?$\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Straighten\\s*teeth\/i,\n      subMatch: \/Braces\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*I.?m\\s*open\\s*to\\s*fixed\\s*brackets\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/damon\/\n      \/\/ Requires Damon option in subReasonMap.straighten (you already added it).\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/orthodontics\\\/braces\\\/damon\\\/?$\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Straighten\\s*teeth\/i,\n      subMatch: \/Damon\\s*Braces\/i\n    },\n    {\n      \/\/ \/dubai\/orthodontics\/braces\/lingual\/\n      test: \/\\\/dubai\\\/orthodontics\\\/braces\\\/lingual\\\/?$\/i,\n      reasonMatch: \/Straighten\\s*teeth\/i,\n      subMatch: \/Lingual\\s*Braces\\s*[\u2013-]\\s*hidden\\s*behind\\s*the\\s*teeth\/i\n    }\n  ];\n\n  \/\/ ---------- HELPERS ----------\n  const $ = (sel) => document.querySelector(sel);\n  const optionMatches = (opt, rx) => rx.test((opt.value || opt.textContent || '').trim());\n  const pickByRegex = (selectEl, rx) => {\n    if (!selectEl) return false;\n    const hit = Array.from(selectEl.options).find(o => optionMatches(o, rx));\n    if (!hit) return false;\n    selectEl.value = hit.value;\n    selectEl.dispatchEvent(new Event('change', { bubbles: true }));\n    return true;\n  };\n\n  function applyRules() {\n    const formEl  = $('#lumiquest_patient_form');\n    const reason  = formEl?.querySelector('#reason_for_visit');\n    const subSel  = formEl?.querySelector('#sub_reason');\n    const subWrap = formEl?.querySelector('#sub_reason_wrap');\n    if (!formEl || !reason) return;\n\n    \/\/ 1) Page-specific rules first\nconst rule = rules.find(r => r.test.test(PATH));\nif (rule) {\n\n  \/\/ Existing reason \/ subreason logic (unchanged)\n  if (rule.reasonMatch) {\n    const pickedReason = pickByRegex(reason, rule.reasonMatch);\n    if (pickedReason && rule.subMatch) {\n      \/\/ allow sub-reasons to populate after change event\n      setTimeout(() => {\n        if (subSel && subWrap?.style.display !== 'none') {\n          pickByRegex(subSel, rule.subMatch);\n        }\n      }, 60);\n    }\n  }\n  return; \/\/ stop if matched\n}\n\n\/\/ 2) Generic fallbacks (keep your original UX)\nconst isOrthoPedsPage = \/\\\/dubai\\\/orthodontics\\\/pediatric(\\\/|$)\/i.test(PATH);\nconst isOrthoPage     = \/\\\/orthodontics(\\\/|$)\/i.test(PATH) || \/\u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645\/.test(PATH);\nconst isInvisPage     = \/\\\/invisalign(\\\/|$)\/i.test(PATH) || \/\u0627\u0646?\u0641?\u0632\u0644\u0627?\u064a\u0646\/i.test(PATH);\n\n\/\/ \u2705 Do NOT auto-pick \"Straighten teeth\" on ortho pediatric pages\nif (isOrthoPage && !isOrthoPedsPage && !reason.value) {\n  pickByRegex(reason, \/Straighten\\s*teeth\/i);\n}\n\nif (isInvisPage) {\n  setTimeout(() => {\n    if (!subSel || subWrap?.style.display === 'none') return;\n    const firstReal = Array.from(subSel.options).find(o => (o.value || '').trim() !== '');\n    if (firstReal && !subSel.value) {\n      subSel.value = firstReal.value;\n      subSel.dispatchEvent(new Event('change', { bubbles: true }));\n    }\n  }, 60);\n}\n  }\n\n  \/\/ Boot + bfcache safety\n  const boot = () => applyRules();\n  document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', boot);\n  setTimeout(boot, 120);\n  window.addEventListener('pageshow', () => setTimeout(boot, 0));\n\n  \/\/ ---------- Arabic relabel (visible text only; option values stay English) ----------\n  const relabel = () => {\n    const isArabic =\n      \/^ar\\b\/i.test(document.documentElement.getAttribute('lang') || '') ||\n      document.body.classList.contains('trp-language-ar');\n    if (!isArabic) return;\n\n    const REASON_AR = {\n      \/\/ ----- Urgent \/ Pain -----\n      \"- Select -\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"Cold Sensitivity \u2013 sharp pain when drinking cold or breathing cold air\": \"\u062d\u0633\u0627\u0633\u064a\u0629 \u0644\u0644\u0628\u0631\u062f \u2014 \u0623\u0644\u0645 \u062d\u0627\u062f \u0645\u0639 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0634\u0631\u0648\u0628\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0628\u0627\u0631\u062f\u0629 \u0623\u0648 \u0627\u0644\u0647\u0648\u0627\u0621 \u0627\u0644\u0628\u0627\u0631\u062f\",\n      \"Severe Toothache \u2013 constant or throbbing pain in one or more teeth\": \"\u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0634\u062f\u064a\u062f \u0628\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0645\u0633\u062a\u0645\u0631 \u0623\u0648 \u0646\u0627\u0628\u0636 \u0641\u064a \u0633\u0646 \u0623\u0648 \u0623\u0643\u062b\u0631\",\n      \"Swollen Gums or Abscess \u2013 painful bump or swelling on your gums\": \"\u062a\u0648\u0631\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0644\u062b\u0629 \u0623\u0648 \u062e\u0631\u0627\u062c \u2014 \u0627\u0646\u062a\u0641\u0627\u062e\/\u0646\u062a\u0648\u0621 \u0645\u0624\u0644\u0645 \u0641\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0644\u062b\u0629\",\n      \"Broken or Cracked Tooth \u2013 painful when chewing or touching\": \"\u0633\u0646 \u0645\u0643\u0633\u0648\u0631 \u0623\u0648 \u0645\u062a\u0634\u0642\u0642 \u2014 \u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0639\u0646\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0636\u063a \u0623\u0648 \u0627\u0644\u0644\u0645\u0633\",\n      \"Wisdom Tooth Pain \u2013 pain or swelling in the back of your mouth\": \"\u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0636\u0631\u0633 \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0642\u0644 \u2014 \u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0623\u0648 \u062a\u0648\u0631\u0651\u0645 \u0641\u064a \u0622\u062e\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u0641\u0645\",\n      \"Pain After a Recent Treatment \u2013 discomfort after dental work\": \"\u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0628\u0639\u062f \u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c \u062d\u062f\u064a\u062b \u2014 \u0627\u0646\u0632\u0639\u0627\u062c \u0628\u0639\u062f \u0625\u062c\u0631\u0627\u0621 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646\",\n      \"Jaw Pain or Clicking \u2013 pain near ear or clicking in the jaw\": \"\u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0623\u0648 \u0637\u0642\u0637\u0642\u0629 \u0641\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0641\u0643 \u2014 \u0623\u0644\u0645 \u0642\u0631\u0628 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0630\u0646 \u0623\u0648 \u0637\u0642\u0637\u0642\u0629 \u0628\u0627\u0644\u0641\u0643\",\n      \"Something Else \u2013 I\u2019ll explain below\": \"\u0634\u064a\u0621 \u0622\u062e\u0631 \u2014 \u0633\u0623\u0648\u0636\u0651\u062d \u0630\u0644\u0643 \u0623\u062f\u0646\u0627\u0647\",\n\n      \/\/ ----- Missing \/ Broken Teeth -----\n      \"- Select - (Missing\/Repair)\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"Missing Tooth \u2013 I lost a tooth and want to replace it\": \"\u0633\u0646 \u0645\u0641\u0642\u0648\u062f \u2014 \u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u062a\u0639\u0648\u064a\u0636\u0647\",\n      \"Broken Tooth (Not Painful) \u2013 part of my tooth is chipped or cracked\": \"\u0633\u0646 \u0645\u0643\u0633\u0648\u0631 (\u0628\u062f\u0648\u0646 \u0623\u0644\u0645) \u2014 \u062c\u0632\u0621 \u0645\u0643\u0633\u0648\u0631 \u0623\u0648 \u0645\u062a\u0634\u0642\u0642\",\n      \"Full Mouth Tooth Loss \u2013 I\u2019ve lost most or all of my teeth\": \"\u0641\u0642\u062f\u0627\u0646 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0645\u062a\u0639\u062f\u062f \u2014 \u0641\u0642\u062f\u062a \u0645\u0639\u0638\u0645 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646\u064a \u0623\u0648 \u0643\u0644\u0647\u0627\",\n      \"Dental Bridge Needed \u2013 I want to replace missing teeth with a fixed bridge\": \"\u0623\u062d\u062a\u0627\u062c \u062c\u0633\u0631\u064b\u0627 \u062b\u0627\u0628\u062a\u064b\u0627 \u2014 \u0644\u062a\u0639\u0648\u064a\u0636 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0645\u0641\u0642\u0648\u062f\u0629\",\n      \"Dental Implant Needed \u2013 I want a permanent tooth replacement\": \"\u0623\u062d\u062a\u0627\u062c \u0632\u0631\u0627\u0639\u0629 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u062a\u0639\u0648\u064a\u0636 \u062f\u0627\u0626\u0645\",\n      \"Dentures Needed \u2013 I\u2019m looking for full or partial dentures\": \"\u0623\u062d\u062a\u0627\u062c \u0637\u0642\u0645 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0643\u0627\u0645\u0644 \u0623\u0648 \u062c\u0632\u0626\u064a\",\n      \"Tooth Extracted Recently \u2013 I need to replace a tooth that was removed\": \"\u062e\u0644\u0639 \u062d\u062f\u064a\u062b \u2014 \u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u062a\u0639\u0648\u064a\u0636 \u0627\u0644\u0633\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u062e\u0644\u0648\u0639\",\n\n      \/\/ ----- Cosmetic -----\n      \"- Select - (Cosmetic)\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"Hollywood Smile \u2013 full smile makeover with veneers or crowns\": \"\u0647\u0648\u0644\u064a\u0648\u0648\u062f \u0633\u0645\u0627\u064a\u0644 \u2014 \u062a\u062c\u0645\u064a\u0644 \u0634\u0627\u0645\u0644 \u0628\u0627\u0644\u0642\u0634\u0648\u0631 \u0623\u0648 \u0627\u0644\u062a\u064a\u062c\u0627\u0646\",\n      \"Dental Veneers \u2013 I want to reshape or whiten my front teeth\": \"\u0642\u0634\u0648\u0631 \u062a\u062c\u0645\u064a\u0644\u064a\u0629 \u2014 \u0644\u062a\u062d\u0633\u064a\u0646 \u0634\u0643\u0644 \u0623\u0648 \u0644\u0648\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0645\u0627\u0645\u064a\u0629\",\n      \"Teeth Whitening \u2013 I want a brighter, whiter smile\": \"\u062a\u0628\u064a\u064a\u0636 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0627\u0628\u062a\u0633\u0627\u0645\u0629 \u0623\u0643\u062b\u0631 \u0628\u064a\u0627\u0636\u064b\u0627\",\n      \"Smile Makeover \u2013 not sure which treatment, but I want a better smile\": \"\u062a\u062d\u0633\u064a\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0627\u0628\u062a\u0633\u0627\u0645\u0629 \u2014 \u0644\u0633\u062a \u0645\u062a\u0623\u0643\u062f\u064b\u0627 \u0645\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0625\u062c\u0631\u0627\u0621\",\n      \"Gum Reshaping \u2013 my gums are uneven or show too much when I smile\": \"\u062a\u062c\u0645\u064a\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u0644\u062b\u0629 \u2014 \u0639\u062f\u0645 \u0627\u0646\u062a\u0638\u0627\u0645 \u0623\u0648 \u0638\u0647\u0648\u0631 \u0632\u0627\u0626\u062f \u0639\u0646\u062f \u0627\u0644\u0627\u0628\u062a\u0633\u0627\u0645\",\n      \"Tooth Bonding \u2013 small chips, gaps, or imperfections to fix\": \"\u062d\u0634\u0648\u0627\u062a \u062a\u062c\u0645\u064a\u0644\u064a\u0629 \u2014 \u0644\u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c \u0641\u0631\u0627\u063a\u0627\u062a \u0623\u0648 \u0643\u0633\u0648\u0631 \u0628\u0633\u064a\u0637\u0629\",\n\n      \/\/ ----- Orthodontics -----\n      \"- Select - (Ortho)\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"Invisalign \u2013 I want invisible, removable aligners\": \"Invisalign \u2014 \u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u0634\u0641\u0627\u0641 \u0642\u0627\u0628\u0644 \u0644\u0644\u0625\u0632\u0627\u0644\u0629\",\n      \"Braces \u2013 I\u2019m open to fixed brackets (metallic or ceramic)\": \"\u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u062b\u0627\u0628\u062a \u2014 \u0645\u0639\u062f\u0646\u064a \u0623\u0648 \u062e\u0632\u0641\u064a\",\n      \"Damon Braces \u2013 self-ligating brackets\": \"\u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u062f\u064a\u0645\u0648\u0646 \u2014 \u0623\u0642\u0648\u0627\u0633 \u0630\u0627\u062a\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0625\u063a\u0644\u0627\u0642\",\n      \"Myobrace \u2013 habit-correcting appliance for kids\/teens\": \"Myobrace \u2014 \u062c\u0647\u0627\u0632 \u0644\u062a\u0635\u062d\u064a\u062d \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0627\u062f\u0627\u062a \u0644\u0644\u0623\u0637\u0641\u0627\u0644\/\u0627\u0644\u0646\u0627\u0634\u0626\u064a\u0646\",\n      \"Lingual Braces \u2013 hidden behind the teeth (invisible)\": \"\u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u0644\u0633\u0627\u0646\u064a \u2014 \u0645\u062e\u0641\u064a \u062e\u0644\u0641 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 (\u063a\u064a\u0631 \u0645\u0631\u0626\u064a)\",\n      \"Clear Aligners \u2013 I\u2019m exploring alternatives to Invisalign\": \"\u062a\u0642\u0648\u064a\u0645 \u0634\u0641\u0627\u0641 \u2014 \u0628\u062f\u0627\u0626\u0644 \u0644\u0640 Invisalign\",\n      \"Crooked Teeth \u2013 not sure which option, just want straighter teeth\/better bite\": \"\u0627\u0639\u0648\u062c\u0627\u062c \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646\u064b\u0627 \u0623\u0639\u062f\u0644\/\u0625\u0637\u0628\u0627\u0642\u064b\u0627 \u0623\u0641\u0636\u0644\",\n      \"Gaps Between My Teeth \u2013 I want to close the spacing\": \"\u0641\u0631\u0627\u063a\u0627\u062a \u0628\u064a\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u0625\u063a\u0644\u0627\u0642\u0647\u0627\",\n\n      \/\/ ----- Routine -----\n      \"- Select - (Routine)\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"Teeth Cleaning \u2013 I want a professional cleaning (scaling & polishing)\": \"\u062a\u0646\u0638\u064a\u0641 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0625\u0632\u0627\u0644\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u062c\u064a\u0631 \u0648\u0627\u0644\u062a\u0644\u0645\u064a\u0639\",\n      \"Dental Check-Up \u2013 just a routine dental exam\": \"\u0641\u062d\u0635 \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0631\u0648\u062a\u064a\u0646\u064a\",\n      \"Cavity Filling \u2013 I have a small cavity or hole in a tooth\": \"\u062d\u0634\u0648 \u0633\u0646 \u2014 \u062a\u0633\u0648\u0651\u0633 \u0623\u0648 \u062b\u0642\u0628 \u0628\u0633\u064a\u0637\",\n      \"Tooth Sensitivity \u2013 discomfort with cold, sweet, or touch\": \"\u062d\u0633\u0627\u0633\u064a\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u2014 \u0645\u0639 \u0627\u0644\u0628\u0627\u0631\u062f\/\u0627\u0644\u062d\u0644\u0648\/\u0627\u0644\u0644\u0645\u0633\",\n      \"Stained Teeth \u2013 mild stains I want to clean or polish off\": \"\u062a\u0635\u0628\u063a\u0627\u062a \u062e\u0641\u064a\u0641\u0629 \u2014 \u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u062a\u0646\u0638\u064a\u0641\u0647\u0627\/\u062a\u0644\u0645\u064a\u0639\u0647\u0627\",\n      \"Bleeding Gums \u2013 gums bleed when I brush or floss\": \"\u0646\u0632\u064a\u0641 \u0627\u0644\u0644\u062b\u0629 \u2014 \u064a\u062d\u062f\u062b \u0639\u0646\u062f \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0641\u0631\u064a\u0634 \u0623\u0648 \u0627\u0644\u062e\u064a\u0637\",\n      \"Bad Breath \u2013 I want to check the cause of bad breath\": \"\u0631\u0627\u0626\u062d\u0629 \u0641\u0645 \u2014 \u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u0645\u0639\u0631\u0641\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0633\u0628\u0628\",\n\n      \/\/ ----- Not sure \/ Need help deciding -----\n      \"- Select - (Unsure)\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"I need help figuring out the best treatment for me\": \"\u0623\u062d\u062a\u0627\u062c \u0645\u0633\u0627\u0639\u062f\u0629 \u0644\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064a\u0627\u0631 \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0646\u0633\u0628 \u0644\u064a\",\n      \"I have multiple dental concerns and don\u2019t know where to start\": \"\u0644\u062f\u064a \u0639\u062f\u0629 \u0645\u0634\u0627\u0643\u0644 \u0641\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0648\u0644\u0627 \u0623\u0639\u0631\u0641 \u0645\u0646 \u0623\u064a\u0646 \u0623\u0628\u062f\u0623\",\n      \"I've never had dental work and I feel nervous\": \"\u0644\u0645 \u0623\u062e\u0636\u0639 \u0644\u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0645\u0646 \u0642\u0628\u0644 \u0648\u0623\u0634\u0639\u0631 \u0628\u0627\u0644\u062a\u0648\u062a\u0631\",\n      \"I\u2019ve never had dental work and I feel nervous\": \"\u0644\u0645 \u0623\u062e\u0636\u0639 \u0644\u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c \u0623\u0633\u0646\u0627\u0646 \u0645\u0646 \u0642\u0628\u0644 \u0648\u0623\u0634\u0639\u0631 \u0628\u0627\u0644\u062a\u0648\u062a\u0631\",\n      \"I want to compare treatment options before I decide\": \"\u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u0645\u0642\u0627\u0631\u0646\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u062e\u064a\u0627\u0631\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0639\u0644\u0627\u062c\u064a\u0629 \u0642\u0628\u0644 \u0627\u062a\u062e\u0627\u0630 \u0627\u0644\u0642\u0631\u0627\u0631\",\n      \"I just want to talk to someone I trust before I book\": \"\u0623\u0631\u064a\u062f \u0627\u0644\u062a\u062d\u062f\u062b \u0645\u0639 \u0634\u062e\u0635 \u0645\u0648\u062b\u0648\u0642 \u0642\u0628\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u062d\u062c\u0632\",\n      \"Something else \u2013 I\u2019ll explain below\": \"\u0634\u064a\u0621 \u0622\u062e\u0631 \u2014 \u0633\u0623\u0648\u0636\u0651\u062d \u0630\u0644\u0643 \u0623\u062f\u0646\u0627\u0647\",\n\n      \/\/ ----- Something else (free text) -----\n      \"- Select - (Other)\": \"\u0627\u062e\u062a\u064e\u0631\",\n      \"I'll type the details below\": \"\u0633\u0623\u0643\u062a\u0628 \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0641\u0627\u0635\u064a\u0644 \u0623\u062f\u0646\u0627\u0647\"\n    };\n\n    const relabelSelect = (sel, map) => {\n      if (!sel) return;\n      for (const opt of sel.options) {\n        const en = 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