Types of Braces

With today's technology, patients now have more options when it comes to wearing braces. While traditional metal braces are still widely used, clear braces, lingual braces and self-ligating braces are becoming increasingly popular along with clear appliances.

Please use the menu to learn more about the types of braces we offer, and speak with your orthodontist to determine which appliance is right for you.

Ceramic braces move teeth just as efficiently as metal braces, except the brackets are clear, so they are less noticeable. They are most popular with adult patients due to their cosmetic appeal. The only drawbacks to ceramic braces are that they are more fragile, and the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits.

Clarity braces feature a comfortable design with a translucent appearance. Made from hard, ceramic material, these clear brackets won't stain or discolor. With the same performance as metal braces, many patients are now choosing the clear option - Clarity!

Invented by Dr. Dwight Damon, Damon brackets utilize "sliding-door" technology known as self-ligation that allows the wire to slide back-and-forth within the bracket. No elastic or steel ties are used with Damon brackets. This technology creates less friction and results in greater patient comfort. Additionally, Damon braces often reduce both treatment time and the number of adjustments performed.

If you're looking for a more aesthetically pleasing alternative to metal braces, Inspire ICE may be for you. Inspire ICE has a smooth, strong surface created by a heat process and is not metal. This is beneficial to patients who have allergies to certain metals. Crafted from clear sapphire, these braces are very strong and dependable. Check with your orthodontist to see if Inspire ICE is right for you.

The Invisalign system is a series of clear overlay templates, or aligners, that have been generated by computer simulation to gradually move teeth. This system is available to patients with certain orthodontic bite problems.