Clear Braces for
Incredible Results
Clear (or ceramic) braces give you a less obvious way to make your smile shine. Our braces use tooth-colored or see-through brackets that blend in with your teeth. Curious onlookers will only notice your dazzling smile.
What Are Clear Braces?
Clear braces are a novel treatment designed to be more subtle than conventional metal braces. Made from ceramic or composite materials, these brackets match the natural color of your teeth.
If you want treatment other people aren’t as likely to see, they offer you a solid solution. Despite their low-key appearance, ceramic braces give you the same spectacular results as metal braces in realigning your teeth.
Our clear braces produce remarkable results for adults and teens who want to brighten their smiles without the “look at me” appearance of metal brackets. Clear braces use tooth-colored or transparent brackets. Our doctors connect each bracket with an archwire.
How Ceramic Braces Work
Ceramic braces work like conventional metal braces. They exert consistent tension to move your teeth where they need to be. We make them from transparent brackets that you can see through. No “metal mouth” for you!
We connect your brackets with an archwire. You’ll followup with appointments, during which the doctors will adjust the tension on your archwire. We have to change the tension in order to keep your teeth moving in the right direction.
Elastics may also hold the wire to the brackets and help fine-tune your tooth movement. You may not see your braces (and you aren’t supposed to). But what you will see is a shinier, more radiant smile.
Sights & Signs of Clear Braces
Clear braces give you discreet treatment and results you can’t cover up. Here are some key advantages that make them a popular choice for orthodontic treatment in St. Louis.
No More Metal
You can see right through clear braces. We design them to blend in with the natural color of your teeth.
If you’re a career-minded person who doesn’t want everyone hounding you about your treatment, clear braces are a wonderful choice. Their camouflage gives you the freedom to smile without being concerned in the slightest.
Getting the Job Done
Despite their subtle appearance, clear braces are just as great as metal braces at fixing orthodontic problems. They take care of everything from misalignments and gaps to bad bites. Ceramic braces use the same mechanics of brackets and wires to apply continuous pressure and reorient your teeth where they need to be.
Customization
You can pair your clear braces with tooth-colored or clear elastics and archwires. Flexibility like this helps to make your orthodontic treatment as easy as possible. You can focus on what really matters without feeling self-conscious about your braces.
Clear vs. Metal Braces
Clear braces and metal braces both help your smile. But, they do have some obvious differences.
Here are three key attributes to consider when choosing between clear and metal braces.
Visibility
Clear braces are made from ceramic materials that mesh with the color of your teeth. It’s a bit of a cloak-and-dagger approach for adults and teens who don’t want the whole world knowing.
On the other hand, metal braces use stainless steel brackets that are more visible but can be customized with colorful elastics for a fun touch.
Durability
Metal braces are known for their strength and durability. They’re resistant to breakage and work well for complicated dental issues.
Clear braces can be more fragile due to the ceramic materials. This means they may need a bit of extra care to avoid damage, but they still provide reliable results for most orthodontic treatments.
Price
Metal braces are typically more affordable than clear braces. If frugality is on your mind, they might be the right option for you.
Clear braces are more expensive due to the materials and additional customization options. However, many patients find the extra cost worth it for the visual benefits and discreet appearance of clear braces.
Clear Your Schedule for a New Smile
At Bankhead Orthodontic Specialists, we offer both clear and metal braces to reinvent your smile. We have the right solution for you, no matter what obstacles you face.
Schedule your free consultation today and let our team help you choose the best treatment to realize your brilliant smile.