Metal Braces: A Trusted Path to Your Best Smile Ever
Traditional braces have been around for centuries, and they’re probably what most people think about when they hear “orthodontics.” With a long history of successful treatment to correct a wide variety of smile and overall oral health concerns, braces remain a top choice for our patients. And, as we’ve continuously learned about new metal braces technologies and mastered new techniques in smile design, our patients benefit from braces treatment plans that are more comfortable, more effective, and more affordable, too.
Read more about metal braces, and book your free, no-obligation braces consult in Lewisville today!
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Krieger Orthodontics offers a comprehensive remote care option through our Smile Doctors Anywhere app for metal braces treatment, so you can keep treatment on track and still lead your always-on-the-go life — without missing a beat — and at no extra cost.
Traditional Metal Braces Reviews
My son recently began his braces treatment, and the process has been smooth and straightforward from the start. Dr. Krieger and the assistant were highly attentive and professional during the brace application, ensuring a positive experience. I highly recommend Dr. Krieger's office for orthodontic treatment for both kids and adults.
This experience was unmatched. Everything was absolutely fantastic. From the time we walked in until we left. The dentist was amazing and thorough, she was extremely knowledgeable and so careful and polite. The receptionist was friendly and professional. The lobby was beautiful and inviting. The communication from start to finish was even great. They checked in and really just worked with us. My son got braces and he literally hasn’t stopped smiling since the original consultation. He’s so happy with them and excited about going back. I had a traumatic experience with dental offices and orthodontist at an early age and I never had bad teeth but the experience left me feeling uneasy and uncomfortable with dental work and just the overall experience. So, naturally I was hesitant but I knew my son needed to see an orthodontist. This experience has truly been so healing for me. I love how comfortable they made me but definitely how comfortable they made my son. As a parent I always want what’s best for my child but to see him enjoying or excited about it makes it worth more. You and your children are in fantastic hands here. 1000/10 truly.
From my consultation to my appointment to have my braces put on everyone was so kind & informative of my treatment plan. They saw me right away & I was there less than an hour to have my braces on. 10/10 recommend Dr. Choy & her assistants were amazing!
My daughter just got her braces on and she is very happy with them, I’m so glad a friend recommended me Krieger Orthodontics they are very professional and attentive. I highly recommend them!
Loved the atmosphere and Whitney took such great care with me and bonding my braces to my teeth! So quick was out in an hour(and I was on lunch break)
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What are Metal Braces?
A lot of components go into creating your unique orthodontic braces (depending on your specific smile and needs, of course). Here’s a look at each part in the system.
Brackets
The brackets are durable and made from a mix of stainless steel, nickel, and other metals.
Brackets have little hooks or doors where a wire is threaded. A bracket can be secured by closing the door, or by placing an elastic over the top of the wire.
Glue
This is what we use to attach the brackets to your teeth. It’s common to attach the bracket directly to the tooth with glue.
Wire
This thin piece of metal runs from one bracket to another. Your orthodontist will change the shape and curvature of the wire to move your teeth in the right direction. The wire will attach all of your bottom or upper teeth together in many cases, but we might occasionally cut the wire if connecting just a few teeth is better for your treatment plan.
Elastics
If you need bite correction, elastics are essential. They are generally strung between an upper bracket hook and a lower bracket hook. This will pull the upper jaw backward to correct an overbite, or the lower jaw back to correct an underbite.
We may use rubber bands for many different situations, especially when we want to put extra pressure on the teeth or jaws.
Orthodontic Bands
These are stainless steel rings that are cemented to your teeth using dental bonding agents.
These bands can provide an anchor for your braces and orthodontic appliances, but they are not used for everyone.
Spacers
These small elastic “donuts” or rings can be used to create space in between your teeth when needed, typically before bands are placed.
They are also referred to as separators.
Elastic Ties/O-Rings/Ligatures/Colors
These tiny rubber rings or bands are used to attach the archwire to the brackets.
They’re less rigid than spacers and come in dozens of colors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I need to wear metal braces?
Treatment time varies depending on the complexity of your case, but most patients typically wear braces for 12 to 24 months.
Are traditional metal braces painful?
Most patients experience only mild discomfort or soreness for a few days after their braces are tightened as the teeth begin to move.
