Get a Straighter, Confident Smile with Braces

The ideal age for getting braces is generally between 10 and 14 years old, while the jaw and teeth are still developing. However, an initial orthodontic evaluation by age 7 is recommended to identify potential issues early.

Most braces are worn for about 18 to 24 months, but it depends on your bite and how your teeth respond.

Braces generally do not cause pain. They cause temporary discomfort, soreness, or a dull, aching pressure for 3–5 days.

Avoid hard, sticky, or crunchy foods that can break brackets and bend wires, including popcorn, nuts, caramel, chewing gum, hard candy, and pretzels. Also, avoid biting directly into hard fruits, vegetables, and bread.

Use a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste, cleaning around brackets and along the gumline. Use floss threaders daily to prevent plaque accumulation.

Yes, you will need to wear a retainer after braces to prevent your teeth from shifting back to their original positions. Retainers hold teeth in their new alignment while the surrounding bone and soft tissues settle into place.

They can, especially if the retainer is not worn as directed.

Clear aligners are highly effective for mild to moderate tooth straightening, often working faster (6 to 18 months) than traditional braces (18 to 24 months). While they are effective, traditional braces are more reliable due to their continuous, high-precision pressure.

Treatment with metal braces typically takes 18 to 24 months, while treatment with clear aligners ranges from 6 to 18 months. The duration depends on your age, the amount of alignment needed, and your level of cooperation.

The cost of braces varies depending on whether you choose metal, ceramic, lingual, or clear aligners. The complexity of your case also impacts the price. We provide cost estimates during your consultation, accept most insurance plans(check your coverage) , and offer flexible financing options, including CareCredit^®.

Yes, we accept most major dental insurance plans to help cover the dental braces costs. We also provide flexible payment options for your convenience.

Avoid sticky/hard foods, brush after meals, and floss daily. If you notice soreness, a poking wire, or a loose bracket, contact us. After treatment, wear your retainer and come in for follow-ups.

Patients with metal or ceramic braces visit us every 4 to 8 weeks for wire adjustments. If you use clear aligners, expect checkups every 6 to 10 weeks. These regular appointments help us ensure your teeth are aligning correctly and that your treatment remains on schedule.

To prevent white spots during braces treatment, you must remove plaque around the braces by brushing with fluoride toothpaste after every meal and using a floss threader daily.