Types of Braces

• Traditional Metal Braces
• Ceramic Braces
• SmartClip Self-Ligating Braces
• Invisible (Clear) Orthodontic Appliances

Traditional Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, you have the option of adding colored elastics (rubber bands) for a more unique and colorful smile. Self-ligating braces are also available, which do not require colored elastics.
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Ceramic Braces

Ceramic braces are made of a clear ceramic material, and are therefore less visible on your teeth than metal braces. For this reason, ceramic braces are used mainly on older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene as ceramic braces are larger and are more brittle than their metal counterparts. For these reasons, ceramic braces are used primarily on upper front teeth. Not all patients are candidates for ceramic braces.
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Invisible (Clear) Orthodontic Appliances

Invisalign®

Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to straighten you teeth. And, no one can tell you are wearing Invisalign because it is hard to detect! Not only are the aligners not visible, they are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment, plus brushing and flossing are less of a hassle. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. Contact our office for a consultation to determine if you are a candidate for invisalign.
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