Why Braces?

Why Braces?

For the majority of people, a beautiful smile is the most obvious reason to choose orthodontic treatment. Braces can do much more than just make a cosmetically pleasing smile. They work to create stable, harmonious bites as well. Braces are important to improve the health and ensure the lifespan of the teeth. They create not only straight smiles but properly functioning ones, as well.

Orthodontic treatment using braces can straighten crooked teeth, close gaps, relieve crowding, align the jaws, improve aesthetics, and relieve pressure on the temporomandibular joint.

The good news is, that braces have come a long way. Today’s orthodontic appliances are made from a variety of materials. They can be metal, ceramic, or even plastic. Many options are bonded directly to the teeth, but some, such as Invisalign, are removable. Peabody Braces and clear aligners place a constant, gentle force on the teeth to slowly guide them into their ideal positions.

In the past, metal brands with brackets were placed around each tooth.

Choose Clear, Metallic, or Tooth-Colored Brackets

Today, you can choose from clear, metallic, or tooth-colored brackets.  The colors of the elastic ties that hold the brackets can be personalized or changed, depending on your mood or the time of year. Today’s brackets and wires are less noticeable than ever before but are also more comfortable and efficient.

For patients looking for the most discreet way to straighten their teeth, Invisalign is a wonderful option. Made of clear plastic aligners that fit directly over the teeth, Invisalign works just like braces to elicit a gentle force to guide the teeth.

The Average Length of Time Spent in Braces From 1 to 3 years

Treatment times vary from patient to patient, but the average length of time spent in braces ranges from one to three years. The amount of time you will spend in treatment will depend on several factors, including the severity of your malocclusion and your age when treatment begins… No matter your age, each patient will respond differently to a treatment.  It is important to understand that your estimated treatment time is tailored specifically to you.