Types of Braces

Traditional metal? Clear ceramic? Invisalign? These days, there are many choices available and it gets confusing! Which type of braces should you choose? Can you choose, or is it strictly up to your orthodontist?

How Orthodontic Braces Work

Braces use constant, gentle pressure, which over time, move teeth into their proper positions. Your braces are at work every moment of your orthodontic treatment. The two main components of your braces are: the brackets that are placed on your teeth and the main archwire that connects them. The bracket is a piece of shaped metal or ceramic that we affix to each tooth. The archwire moves your teeth into their correct position. Learn about the parts of braces here!

Common Problems & Treatment that can be fixed with braces

In this section, you will learn all about the types of problems that can occur with the jaw, bite and teeth that can be fixed with braces and/or a combination of oral surgery and braces treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Braces

How do I know if I need braces? Will braces hurt? Am I too old for braces? Get these and all of your other orthodontic questions answered here in this section.

Retainers

What is a retainer and why is it necessary? How long do I have to wear a retainer and what happenes if I forget to wear it as prescribed? Get the all of the facts about how important retainers are in your orthodontic treatment here.

Problems with Braces & How to Fix Them

After you have started your orthodontic treatment, things can come up that you may need help with like tooth soreness, a wire that may be protruding or a brace that gets knocked off a tooth while playing sports, etc. Learn how to fix these problems and more before your next visit!