Do braces hurt? This is one of the first questions that patients have when they learn that they need braces. Pain or discomfort is always a cause for concern, but with some treatments, there is minor pain and discomfort to be expected. Understanding what causes the pain, learning how long the pain should last and [...]
When deciding on an orthodontic treatment, patients might have the choice between metal and clear braces. Although both options are similar, there are some differences that need to be weighed before a patient makes a final decision. Aesthetics, effects, cost and duration of treatment are all things to study when considering clear braces vs metal [...]
A major concern for adults who need braces is often aesthetics. Many adults worry about feeling uncomfortable using braces that show because they associate them with children and teenagers. A good option for these patients is clear braces. The term “clear braces” is used to refer to special ceramic brackets, which can be completely clear, [...]
When you’re a child, getting braces is the last thing you want to do. But when you get older, many begin to realize that they probably should have suffered through the woes of braces early on in your teenage years. Luckily, it’s never too late to invest in a set of braces that will not [...]
Patients who undergo orthodontic treatment via the use of braces will sometimes also need to wear rubber bands for braces. Though not all patients will need the additional pressure that these elastic bands provide when fixing misaligned teeth, many will need to use them either all day or during the night. Though they can cause [...]
