Metal Braces
Metal braces are the most common type. They are made of high-grade stainless steel. Today's metal braces are smaller, more comfortable and more attractive.
Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces are made of translucent (clear) material. They are most popular with adult patients, due to their cosmetic appeal. The only drawback to ceramic brackets is that they are more fragile, and the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits.
Damon® Braces
Damon is a self-ligating bracket. They can be more efficient at moving teeth than regular braces in some cases because they have a built-in clip that holds the archwires in place without the need for wire or elastic ties. This creates less friction between the wire and bracket, which can result in slightly quicker tooth movement. Many patients report faster, more efficient results, which means less fuss and fewer treatment visits for you. Dr. Ziehmer utilizes these types of braces in certain cases to provide an excellent treatment result.
Invisalign®
The Invisalign® System is a series of clear overlay templates—called aligners—that have been generated by computer simulation to gradually move the teeth. This system is available to adult patients with certain orthodontic bite problems. Ask us if you are a candidate for the Invisalign® system.