Types of Braces
Premiere Orthodontics in Seattle, WA
Here at Dr. Jorge Peralta’s Burien, WA orthodontic office, we offer a wide variety of orthodontic treatments including Clear Ceramic Braces, traditional Metal Braces and Invisalign clear aligners to help straighten teeth and correct different bite problems. Dr Peralta and his skilled team take pride in making sure that we utilize the most current orthodontic technology available. These advancements in technology allow us to cater to your unique orthodontic needs in the most effective and efficient way possible. Watch the video and read below for more information on the different types of braces that we offer to Seattle area families.
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Traditional Metal Braces in Burien and South Seattle, WA (Washington)
Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, you have the option of adding colored elastics (rubber bands) for a more unique and colorful smile.
Ceramic Braces in Burien and South Seattle, WA (Washington)
Ceramic braces are made of clear materials and are therefore less visible on your teeth than metal braces. For this reason, ceramic braces are used mainly on older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene as ceramic braces are larger and are more brittle than their metal counterparts. For these reasons, ceramic braces tend to be used more on upper front teeth than on lower teeth.
"Invisible" Braces in Burien and South Seattle, WA (Washington)
Clear appliances (such as Invisalign®) use a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to straighten your teeth. And, no one can tell you are wearing those aligners because they are invisible! Not only are the aligners invisible, they are removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment, plus brushing and flossing are less of a hassle. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment.
Learn more about Invisalign at www.invisalign.com.
Metal Braces
As the most common type of braces, metal braces consist of high-grade stainless steel brackets that are bonded to the teeth with a wire running through each bracket. Our Seattle orthodontist will tighten the wire over time according to each patient’s individual needs. Today's metal braces are smaller, more comfortable and can be a variety of different colors according to your particular preferences. See our braces painter to experiment with different colors! Metal brackets are very strong and can withstand most types of treatment with the ability to treat the most severe cases.
Clear Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces are made of translucent material. The brackets and wires used are very similar to metal braces, except for the fact that they are tooth colored. This style of braces is most popular with adult patients, due to their cosmetic appeal. Clear braces are made of a ceramic material and are a great aesthetic alternative for those who do not want their braces to show as much, yet still desire the efficiency of traditional braces.
Invisalign
The Invisalign System consists of a series of clear overlay templates - called aligners - that are generated by computer simulation to gradually move the teeth to their new, straight positions over time. There are no brackets or wires to tighten with the Invisalign System. Therefore, Invisalign is a great treatment option for those teen and adult patients who are concerned with cosmetics during treatment. This treatment is available to adult and advanced teen patients with certain orthodontic bite problems. If you believe you are a candidate for Invisalign, or want to learn more, please contact our Seattle orthodontics office.
Incognito
Incognito braces are lingual braces that are placed on the back side of your teeth so that they are hidden from view. Incognito braces are created using state-of-the-art technology and are 100% customized to the shape of your teeth and to your unique orthodontic condition. With Incognito braces, you will receive efficient, effective tooth movement with amazing aesthetic appeal. No one will know that you are wearing braces unless you tell them!
If you have any questions or believe that you are a candidate for braces or Invisalign treatments, please feel free to contact us. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. We look forward to having new patients join the Orthodontics of Burien family!