Lakeshore Ontario Orthodontist

Metal Braces

However some of the traditional drawbacks to having metal braces are: mild irritation to the cheeks and gums initially, but this reduces after a few weeks. Metal braces are a solution to nearly all patients who need braces. Schedule an appointment with your orthodontist to find out more about metal braces today.

Self-ligating Braces

Third, Self-ligating braces are metal braces without the elastic ligature. Using a “trap door” technology, the brackets allow the wire to slide back and forth and have no effect on treatment time. Ultimately, schedule a free consultation to find out if self-ligating braces are right for you.

Lingual Braces

Finally, with Lingual Braces, the brackets are placed behind the teeth and are virtually invisible to others. They are most commonly made of metal. Patients report irritation to the tongue along with an initial adjustment to speaking. Lingual braces may not be for patients in need of severe orthodontic treatment. Therefore, schedule a consultation to find out if lingual braces are your orthodontic solution.

Invisalign

Another option, Invisalign is for people who want unobtrusive orthodontic treatment. Therefore, instead of brackets bonded to the teeth, your new smile is mapped out through a series of clear trays designed to move the teeth in incremental movements over weeks. The clear, plastic trays are virtually invisible and are difficult to detect. With Invisalign there is no irritation to the gums and they can be removed for aesthetic reasons over small periods of time.

Therefore,  schedule a consultation today if you want to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign. Learn More