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<p>Metal braces: are the most popular with kids and teenagers.</p>
<p>Gold braces: are a new addition to our line of brackets. They are stainless steel braces coated with gold colored plating. They have the strength of metal, but blend in with the color of the teeth much better. That is because most teeth have a natural yellow tint. Quite often, we will put ceramic braces on the top teeth and gold braces on the bottom.</p>
<p>Translucent ceramic braces: The most popular with adults. You have to be very close to someone to be able to see them. Yet, because they are a ceramic material, they are more fragile. Treatment time is often slightly longer with ceramic braces.</p>
<p>Lingual braces:are placed on the back of the teeth. Lingual braces are considerably more expensive than conventional braces, and treatment often takes longer with lingual braces.</p>
<p>Invisalign is a new system that uses a series of clear polymer overlays to straighten teeth.</p>
<p>Removable appliances may be used to move selected teeth, to hold selected teeth in place, to influence growth of the jaws, and to influence tooth eruption. They are often used in conjunction with fixed appliances. Headgear creates a force that guides the growth of the face and jaws. It also is used to move teeth into better positions or to prevent teeth from moving. Removable appliances cannot be used to treat all orthodontic problems. It takes skill and experience to recognize conditions that can be successfully treated with removable appliances.</p>
<p>Once the teeth are moved into their correct position, the braces are removed. The next step is called retention. Retainers are utilized to hold the teeth in the desired position. Retainers must be worn as instructed, or the teeth WILL move back toward their original positions.</p>
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