Thanks to today’s advances in orthodontic technology, Greater Houston Orthodontics can provide our patients with more options than ever before when it comes to wearing braces. While regular metal braces are still widely used, clear braces are becoming increasingly popular, as well as removable appliances that can be used for mild cases of misaligned teeth.
Please see below or ask us to learn more about the types of braces we offer. Dr. Davoody and Dr. Mehr will review which appliance is right for you during your complimentary consultation.
Traditional Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are smaller and 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.
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 aesthetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene as ceramic braces are larger than metal braces. The only drawback to ceramic brackets is that they are more fragile, and the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits with certain foods and smoking.
Invisible Braces
Clear appliances, such as Invisalign, use a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to straighten your teeth. And, no one can tell you are wearing those aligners because they are 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.
Invisible Braces (Lingual Braces)
The invisible alternative for patients who don’t want to wear braces or when invisible braces by Invisalign are not an option. Placed behind your teeth, no one will know that you are wearing braces unless you tell them.
These unique braces are created using state-of-the-art technology and are 100% customized to the shape of your teeth and to your dental situation. Lingual braces have the unique prescription that Dr Davoody and Dr. Mehr create for you built-in to ensure you get the results that you want. With lingual braces you get efficient, effective tooth movement and great aesthetics.
