If you’ve ever considered using braces to improve your smile, you’re in luck—there’s never been a better time to explore how orthodontic treatment can improve your oral health! Modern technology has come along in leaps and bounds in the last several years, resulting in braces that look and feel better than ever before. They’re also incredibly efficient for cases ranging from mild to complex. There’s an option to fit every lifestyle!
Here at Davis & Goldberg Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer a variety of braces to patients of all ages in the High Point area and surrounding communities. Using cutting-edge techniques and materials, our expert team is able to successfully treat:
- Crowded teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Protruding teeth
- Overbites
- Underbites
- Crossbites
- Impacted teeth
- And more!
When you schedule a consultation with Dr. Davis or Dr. Goldberg, it will include a thorough orthodontic examination. This will help our doctors determine which treatment option fits your unique needs. To learn more about those options, let’s take a look at the different kinds of braces we have available, how they differ from each other, and how they can help you achieve a confident smile!
Exploring Braces
Traditional braces have been around for a long time and have a proven track record. They’re exceptionally good at fixing complex tooth issues in particular and can also work faster at closing gaps and aligning teeth than other treatments might. This has the potential to shorten your overall treatment time. It’s important to remember, however, that every case is different, so treatment time will vary from patient to patient. In general, however, the average patient tends to wear braces for about 18-36 months.
Although the maintenance involved with traditional braces can come with a bit of a learning curve in the beginning, it gets easier with time and a little patience! A good dental hygiene routine is essential for oral health, and this is especially true if you’re a braces patient. There are a number of accessories designed to make cleaning braces easier, such as waterpiks to help rinse any hard-to-reach areas and ortho picks to assist with flossing. We recommend that all of our patients brush twice a day for at least two minutes each time and floss every night before bed to keep the teeth and gums healthy and clean.
Sticky and crunchy foods must be avoided while wearing braces to protect the brackets and wires from damage. Food restrictions can be frustrating, but remember they’ll be more than worth it once we remove your braces and you see your beautiful new smile for the first time!
Patients in braces can expect follow-up appointments in our High Point offices every 4-8 weeks or so throughout the treatment process. During these visits, our doctors will check to make sure everything is proceeding according to plan. They will change the bands attached to the brackets and may replace the wire as well. We try to keep these check-ups short so you can get back to school or work quickly!
These visits are an essential part of your treatment plan. We encourage you to attend all of them if you can to ensure you get the best results in the least amount of time. If you need to cancel or reschedule, let us know as soon as possible so we can keep your treatment on track.
Metal Braces
Metal braces are one of the most recognizable symbols of orthodontics and the most common type of treatment. Thanks to a mix of stainless steel, nickel, and other high-quality metals, the brackets are very durable and long-lasting.
Modern metal braces are much more comfortable and lighter than they used to be. They’re also customizable, thanks to a variety of fun-colored bands to choose from! These braces deliver excellent results and are especially useful in more severe or complicated cases.
Since they don’t require some of the more complex technology or expensive equipment that newer treatments do, metal braces also tend to be a slightly more affordable option. The overall strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness of traditional braces keep them the top treatment for orthodontics, year after year.
Clear Braces
Sometimes referred to as ceramic braces, tooth-colored braces, or esthetic braces, ceramic braces function in much the same way metal braces do, with the added benefit of semi-translucent or tooth-colored ceramic brackets. While ceramic braces are about the same size and shape as metal braces, they’re better able to blend in with a patient’s natural smile for a more subtle straightening option.
Although ceramic braces are tough, the material they are made from can be prone to chipping or cracking. Since metal braces can tolerate more pressure than ceramic ones, they may be a better option for those who need to make severe corrections.
Ceramic brackets are also often slightly more costly than metal brackets. Since they can be more expensive and more prone to breakage, we believe ceramic braces are generally better suited to adults and older teens. That said, ceramic braces can be an excellent option for many patients. When paired with clear, white, or tooth-colored wires and elastic ties, they are an incredibly discreet and efficient way to straighten smiles!
Find the Best Braces for Your Smile at Davis & Goldberg Orthodontics
Every smile is unique, and what works for one patient may not be successful for another. At Davis & Goldberg Orthodontics, we’re proud to create customized treatment plans for every patient. Our experienced doctors will only recommend the treatment they feel will work best for your specific needs.
If you’re in the High Point or Greensboro area or the surrounding communities, we’d love to tell you more about how braces treatment can help you achieve a confident smile! Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and take the first step towards your best smile!
