TYPES OF BRACES

These are what the majority of people think of when they envision braces and they’re the most common. However, they’ve come a long way with comfort advancements. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth using metal brackets and wires. The added benefit, especially for younger wearers, is the option of adding different colour elastics for a bright smile.

Clear brackets are an alternative option to traditional metal brackets. Once bonded, these braces are less visible than metal braces and can be used on children and adult patients who prefer a more aesthetic orthodontic option. It is important to note, these require a bit more oral care than metal braces.

You may be unfamiliar with this concept but this is a specialized section of orthodontics. It deals with correcting complex skeletal issues and is utilized when teeth are misaligned because of the position of the bones. Growth guidance may be needed and different appliances can be used to correct these problems.