Dental Braces

Having misaligned teeth can lead to more than just an embarrassing smile, like receding gums, difficulty with proper dental care, and a higher risk of cavities. Orthodontic braces are the best way to straighten your teeth and correct malocclusion. Nowadays there are plenty of options when it comes to dental braces, making it easier than ever to improve your self-confidence!

So what type of Dental Braces are there to choose from?

• Ceramic Braces
• Invisalign
• Traditional Metal
• Golden Metal
• Self-Litigating Brackets
• Lingual braces

These days, there are many choices available, and it gets confusing! Which type of braces should you choose? Can you choose, or is it strictly up to your dentist?

Fortunately, metal bands have been replaced with brackets that are bonded with an adhesive right to the front of the teeth. They are much more comfortable, smaller in size, and much less noticeable.

The type of braces you need depends on a number of factors, including:

The extent of your treatment, such as:

• The severity of your bite or extent of tooth malalignment.
• If extractions are necessary.
• If jaw surgery is necessary.
• If headgear or other special appliances are necessary.
• The amount of time you will need to wear braces.
• The preferences of your dentist or orthodontist
• The costs associated with treatment options.
• How long you will be in braces to correct your problems.
• What you personally desire.

So, you must ask yourself, would you feel embarrassed in metal? Are you only willing to straighten your teeth if Invisalign is used? Do you prefer the look of ceramic or sapphire? Or do you not really care what the braces look like, so long as the outcome is good?

At Lifepath Wellness Dental we will provide you all the available options, as well as a referral to our own in-house Orthodontist Specialist.