Mansfield Ceramic braces

why choose ceramic?

Benefits of Ceramic Braces

• A discreet option that doesn't require you to remember to take them off or put them back on. This means that treatment is always in progress!
• Treatment is versatile and can correct just about any smile or bite issue
• The unique materials used for ceramic braces are gentle and do not cause inflammation
• Ceramic braces are subtle and do not affect your appearance as much as some other orthodontic options

What to Expect

The Ceramic Braces Treatment Process

It takes about 30-45 minutes at Mansfield Orthodontics to place ceramic braces. Dr. Mindy will begin by selecting a set of tooth-colored or transparent brackets. Then, she will bond each one into place using dental cement. Once your brackets have been placed, archwires will be run through your upper and lower brackets. The archwire will be attached using a series of tooth-colored or transparent elastics. After your first appointment, you’ll simply come back to Mansfield Orthodontics every 4-8 weeks to have your ceramic braces tightened and adjusted.

What’s the Difference?

Metal vs. Ceramic Braces

While ceramic braces are very strong and provide much faster results than treatments like Invisalign, they are not quite as strong and durable as metal braces. This means that not as much pressure can be placed on the individual components of ceramic braces. Too much pressure can lead to the failure of a bracket or another part of your braces. For this reason, results take a bit longer to achieve than with ceramic braces.

Maintenance

Caring for Ceramic Braces

Unlike metal braces, ceramic braces can become stained. Most ceramic braces use transparent rubber bands to hold your archwire onto the tooth-colored brackets, and these bands are porous and susceptible to staining. If you don’t maintain a proper oral hygiene routine throughout treatment, these bands can become yellow or brownish and detract from your appearance.
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We recommend brushing and flossing your teeth after every meal, or at least twice per day in the morning and evening. Brush thoroughly for at least 2 minutes, and make sure to scrub every part of your brackets. This will help prevent the buildup of stains on your teeth and on your elastics.