All About Braces

There’s never been a better time to wear braces! Today’s metal braces have come a long way: they’re much smaller, flatter, and more comfortable than they were back in the day. At Smiles Orthodontics, we offer many different types of braces, including metal self-ligating braces, which use brackets and archwires rather than rubber bands to straighten teeth. Self-ligating braces have been around for quite some time but have only recently grown in popularity because of their many advantages. They’re a great option for children with overcrowded teeth because they cause less pain when teeth are moving and adjusting. Plus, if a patient does what they’re supposed to do, their self-ligating braces may come off sooner. Metal brackets are made of durable stainless steel and metal alloy wires that are gradually adjusted to apply gentle pressure and move teeth in the right direction. In addition to looking great, self-ligating metal braces come with a number of benefits. For example, they cause less friction on the teeth, require shorter orthodontist visits, and are easier to clean and more comfortable than traditional braces. With traditional braces, you have to spend time at the orthodontist getting rubber bands removed and replaced, but self-ligating braces require a simple adjustment that will have you in and out of the office in no time. Some people may also find that self-ligating braces make their teeth easier on the eyes and are less apparent than traditional braces. Metal braces help patients of all ages achieve straight, beautiful, and long-lasting smiles.