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 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 are made of clear materials and are 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.
Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable and comfortable
aligners to straighten your 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 Invisalign.
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 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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Traditional Metal Braces