Types of Braces

Metal

metal_color (1)Metal braces are the most common type. They are made of high-grade stainless steel. Today's metal braces are smaller, more comfortable and more attractive.

Ceramic (clear) Braces

clear (1)Ceramic braces are made of translucent (clear) material. They are most popular with adult patients due to their cosmetic appeal. The only drawback to ceramic brackets is that the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits.

Invisalign®

invisalign (1)The Invisalign system is a series of clear overlay templates – called aligners – that have been generated by computer simulation to gradually move the teeth.