Orthodontic Treatment Options

There are a lot of treatment options these days – from retainers to clear aligners to metal and ceramic braces. They each have their uses. Orthodontists have the specialized knowledge to consider all possibilities, based on variables like your age, possible jaw imbalances, differences in the size of your teeth, and more. They know what to use and when to use it, and will work with you to create a custom smile

Teenage girl with dental braces having orthodontic treatment at dentist's office.

Braces

Composed of brackets that are affixed to teeth and wires that are threaded through slots in the brackets.

Aligners

Clear, thin, plastic-like trays that are formed to fit an individual's teeth. Patients are responsible for insertion and removal.

Retainers

Removable, clear, thin, slightly flexible, and made of plastic-like material. They fit the exact shape and placement of teeth.