Metal Braces
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.
Gold Braces
Gold braces are similar to traditional metal braces in many ways. They
are made of stainless steel, but are uniquely coated in gold. The gold coating
may be considered a more cosmetic option than traditional metal braces. And, the
cost of gold braces is surprisingly comparable to most clear braces.
Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces are made of clear materials 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 tend to be used more on upper front teeth than on lower
teeth.
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's invisible! Not only are the aligners invisible, 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. Click
here to learn more about Invisalign.
Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are hidden behind the teeth and are therefore "invisible"
when you smile. Lingual braces are 100% customized to match the shape of your
teeth and therefore the metal appliances are created uniquely for you. Lingual
braces are a very reasonable option for athletes, models, actors/actresses, musicians
who play wind instruments, and adult professionals.
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