Treatments
Today's brackets are smaller, the wires are gentler, and you can choose classic metal or clear ceramic that blends right in — for kids, teens, and adults.
Pick your style
Both use the same time-tested mechanics, and both finish with the same great smile. The difference comes down to look, feel, and lifestyle — and we'll walk you through the trade-offs honestly at your free consult.
The dependable classic, seriously upgraded. Today's stainless brackets are smaller and smoother than the ones in your old yearbook photos, and they handle everything from simple crowding to complex bites.
They're also a favorite with kids, who get to pick new elastic colors at every single visit.
All the precision of metal in a tooth-colored package. Ceramic brackets blend into your smile, so they stay subtle in person, in meetings, and in photos.
A popular pick for teens and adults who want braces-level control without the braces-level look.
What to expect
Your braces go on in one comfortable visit — no shots, no drilling. We bond each bracket, set your first wire, and send you home with a care kit and a full how-to.
Every 6–8 weeks you'll stop by for a short tune-up. We swap wires, check progress, and keep your flight plan exactly on course.
The big reveal. Brackets come off, the polish goes on, and custom retainers keep your new smile right where it belongs.
Daily care
A few small habits keep treatment moving and your teeth healthy under all that hardware. Here's the short list we go over together on bonding day:
Good to know
Getting braces on doesn't hurt — no shots, no drilling. Your teeth may feel tender for a few days after bonding day and after some adjustments. Soft foods, a cold drink, and an over-the-counter pain reliever usually take care of it.
It depends on your bite — every case is different, and we won't pretend otherwise. At your free consult, Dr. Glessener maps out your expected timeline before anything starts, then keeps you posted on progress at every visit.
The short version: skip anything sticky, hard, or chewy — popcorn, ice, caramel, gum, and whole nuts are the usual suspects. Almost everything else is fair game; just cut crunchy foods like apples and carrots into bite-size pieces first.
It happens, and it's rarely an emergency. Cover any rough spot with orthodontic wax and call us at (704) 555-0134 — we'll walk you through what to do and get you in quickly if a repair is needed.
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