Types of Braces

Esthetic Treatments

Clear Aligners

Clear aligners are a popular, modern option for straightening your teeth without braces. These custom-made trays are:

• Invisible: The clear design makes them virtually undetectable, offering a discreet way to achieve a beautiful smile.
• Removable: You can easily take them out to eat, drink, brush, and floss, making oral hygiene more convenient during treatment.
• Comfortable: Made of smooth acrylic, clear aligners eliminate the irritation and abrasions often caused by metal brackets and wires.

Clear aligners are an effective and convenient choice for aligning your teeth while maintaining your lifestyle and confidence.

Lingual Braces

Lingual braces are a discreet orthodontic option that are placed behind the teeth, making them completely invisible when you smile. These braces are 100% customized to fit the shape of your teeth, ensuring a precise and effective treatment tailored just for you.

Lingual braces are an excellent choice for individuals seeking a subtle orthodontic solution, including athletes, models, actors, musicians who play wind instruments, and adult professionals who prefer their treatment to be less noticeable.

With lingual braces, you can achieve a beautifully aligned smile without anyone knowing you're undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Clear (Ceramic) Braces

Ceramic braces are made from clear or tooth-colored materials, making them a less noticeable alternative to traditional metal braces. Because of their discreet appearance, they are especially popular among older teens and adults who want a more cosmetic option for orthodontic treatment.

While ceramic braces are visually appealing, they do require extra care. The brackets are slightly larger and more delicate than metal braces, which means paying close attention to your oral hygiene is important to prevent staining or damage. For these reasons, ceramic braces are typically used on the upper front teeth, where they are most visible, rather than on the lower teeth.

Ceramic braces combine effectiveness with a more subtle appearance, making them a great choice for those seeking a less noticeable treatment option.

Non-Esthetic Treatments

Traditional Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces are the most common and reliable type of orthodontic treatment—and they’re more comfortable than ever thanks to modern advancements. Made from high-grade stainless steel, metal braces use brackets and archwires to gradually straighten your teeth.

For a fun and personalized touch, you can choose colored elastics (rubber bands) to create a unique, colorful smile that reflects your personality!

Self-Ligating Braces

Self-ligating braces are similar to traditional braces but offer a few key differences that make treatment more efficient and comfortable. Unlike traditional braces, self-ligating braces don’t require elastics (rubber bands) to hold the archwire in place. Instead, they use a specialized clip that allows the archwire to move more freely, reducing friction and pressure on the teeth.

These braces are available in metal, ceramic, or clear brackets, giving you options to fit your preferences. While they’re the same size as traditional metal braces, the absence of elastics means fewer adjustments are needed, which often translates to fewer office visits.

Self-ligating braces are a modern choice for effective and streamlined orthodontic care, helping guide your teeth into position with less hassle.