Types of Braces

Traditional Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces remain the most popular and reliable option for straightening teeth—and today, they’re more comfortable and effective than ever. Made from high-quality stainless steel, these braces use metal brackets and archwires to gently guide your teeth into alignment. Plus, you can personalize your look with colorful elastics, making your smile as unique as you are.

Clear (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.

Clear Aligners

Clear aligners are a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable acrylic trays that straighten your teeth like braces. 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.