Braces help create a better version of you with a beautiful and healthy smile. With more options than ever, it’s never been easier to get results with braces. Learn more about the differences and applications of clear braces vs metal braces below.
Traditional metal braces are a well-loved and classic orthodontic appliance. Traditional braces use a series of metal brackets that are attached to your teeth and connected using an adjustable metal wire. These braces gradually shift your teeth into a healthier smile.
Metal braces require regular wire adjustments. These adjustments gradually increase the amount of pressure to correct misaligned bites.
Benefits of Metal Braces
Cost-efficient option
Work around-the-clock to straighten teeth
Can help address problems ranging from minor concerns to severe issues
What You May Not Realize About Metal Braces
Modern metal braces are more comfortable than ever before.
The elastics for metal braces come in a variety of colors that you can customize to your tastes
Clear Braces
Clear braces—also called “ceramic braces”—operate using the same principle as metal braces, but feature an advanced construction that provides a less visible treatment experience. Their transparent brackets and components blend into a person’s smile.
Clear braces are contoured to fit comfortably in your mouth. They are made of a durable material that can stand up to the demands of any lifestyle.
Benefits of Clear Braces
Less noticeable design
See-through brackets and ties blend in with your teeth
Higher overall level of comfort
What You May Not Realize About Clear Braces
More delicate than metal brackets
Ceramic brackets can stain without regular maintenance
Which Braces Option is The Best For Me?
Both traditional braces and ceramic braces are great options. At Lazzara Orthodontics, we create a unique treatment for all of our patients. Whether you need clear braces, metal braces or are considering other options like Invisalign, we are confident that we can help you!
For more than a decade, Dr. John Lazzara has been providing top-quality orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults alike, and his beautifully crafted smiles have made Lazzara Orthodontics renowned throughout the First Coast!