The aligners are virtually invisible removing another source for teen anxiety. No one needs to know you are straightening your teeth. The time in treatment can be shorter while the costs are about the same as traditional braces. There are fewer office visits and they can be removed for sports or other activities.
Ceramic braces are made from composite or porcelain material and are less visible than traditional metal braces. They are often requested by patients who may not be candidates for Invisalign but still would like the least visible orthodontic appliance. The brackets are bonded to the teeth with a special dental adhesive just like traditional braces.
Research your choices, then give Dr. Kunik a call. Dr. Kunik's opinions always put the patients desires and needs first. He is an orthodontic specialist who has every possible orthodontic technology available. He won't steer you toward one particular solution just because that's all he has to offer. You get a recommendation that is right for you.
Metal braces are made from surgical grade stainless steel. They have been in use for more than 50 years. However modern metal braces are smaller and more comfortable than ever before with low profiles and strong adhesives. Aestetically though, they can be distracting. You often see teenagers taking it up a notch with colored elastics to individualize their look. A free consultation with Dr. Kunik can determine when it would be appropriate to work on your child's healthy smile.