A Path to a Perfect Smile
Braces are orthodontic appliances used to correct misaligned teeth and jaws. They work by applying continuous pressure over time, gradually moving teeth into their desired positions. This treatment is not only about improving the appearance of a smile but also about enhancing overall dental health.
Types of Braces
- Traditional Metal Braces: These are the most common type of braces, made of high-grade stainless steel. Modern metal braces are more comfortable and less noticeable than in the past.
- Ceramic Braces: These braces function like metal braces but are made of clear or tooth-colored materials, making them less noticeable.
- Lingual Braces: Placed on the back of the teeth, lingual braces are hidden from view. They offer a discreet option for those who are concerned about aesthetics.
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BEHIND YOUR TEETH
Your personalized Smartwire sits behind your teeth so only you and your orthodontist know it’s there.
LICENSE TO LIVE
Go ahead - sip that coffee, kiss that cutie, lean in closer. With InBrace, you can eat, drink, brush, floss and carry on as usual while in treatment.
MORE YOU TIME
InBrace continually self-adjusts reducing office time and overall treatment time with an average of 12 months, with treatment time that’s half the time of other options. So you can do more life stuff and less treatment stuff.
AUTOMATED
Smartwires are programmed to deliver gentle, continuous forces - just like autopilot for your mouth.
LESS ICK
No metal mouth. No visible stains. No dozens of trays. No shoving your hand in your mouth to remove aligners. No losing aligners.
LESS PAIN, MORE GAIN
Zero tray refittings. No painful monthly tightenings. InBrace is everything other straightening systems aren’t - including completely hidden.
EFFORTLESS SMILE
The revolutionary Smartwire effortlessly aligns your teeth according to your personalized treatment plan. No visible wires. No trays. No painful monthly tightenings or tray changes. Just WOW.
SMART TECHNOLOGY
InBrace is teeth straightening on autopilot with a personalized SmartwireTM hidden behind your teeth that gently perfects your smile.
FAST RESULTS
A comfortable experience with results that show sooner, and a treatment that understands you’ve got bigger things to do.
InBrace® in Action
Claudia works in the beauty industry and wanted to straighten her teeth, correcting her open bite, so that she could relax while smiling at her clients. Her coworker told her about a treatment she saw on Instagram. She was hesitant to reach out, but works near the Smiles+Grins office, so decided to anyway. Claudia was extremely happy with the option of hidden braces, and even happier with the results!
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REAL GOLD
Unique, precision and comfortable Incognito™ braces are made from real gold.
CUSTOM FOR YOU
Best known as hidden or lingual braces, Incognito™ technology custom fits the system behind each tooth.
HASSLE FREE
Incognito® lingual braces allow for teeth straightening with minimal hassle and no visibility.
HIDDEN
They are a fixed-braces system that is 100 percent hidden.
FOR ALL AGES
Incognito™ maintains your appearance during treatment, suits all ages, and is ideal for allergy sufferers.
KEEP YOUR BUSY LIFESTYLE
Better suited for a busy lifestyle than removable aligners, this treatment option offers the benefits of a lingual treatment without the noticeability of traditional braces, and without having to remove them.
KEEP IT DISCREET
Using high-quality, computer-generated technology, this treatment option is the most discreet way to get the gorgeous smile you always wanted.
INCOGNITO™ BRACES IN ACTION
Jon is a young professional in the financial sector. He was always concerned about his open bite — a gap between his upper and lower teeth. Jon felt insecure during client meetings and sought to correct his smile and bolster his confidence. He chose Incognito™ braces for a full bite correction without anyone knowing he was in treatment.
traditional and clear braces
Our traditional braces are the standard orthodontic treatment option – revamped with quality materials, increased comfort, and minimized visibility. We use high-grade stainless steel, thin archwires, and a wide range of elastic colors, allowing you to customize your braces.
Our clear braces, made out of ceramic, are the limited visibility variety of traditional braces. Unlike Invisalign™, which is a removable aligner, clear braces are attached to your teeth. Clear braces offer all the benefits of traditional braces with decreased noticeability.
Enjoy straight teeth today without the pain and prolonged treatments of the past!
Clear Ceramic Braces
Clear ceramic braces blend in with the color of your teeth and work like metal braces. They are the same size and shape, but are extremely popular with adults and teenagers because of their limited visibility.
Traditional Metal Braces
These are the metal brackets and wires most people envision when they think of "braces." However, modern brackets are much smaller and less noticeable than many adults remember. Plus, advanced archwires help teeth move faster and less painfully than in the past.
Clear Braces in Action
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Why is early evaluation so important?
- It can help prevent future problems
- We can monitor your child’s growth and development
Does my child need braces?
Getting an Early Evaluation
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child visits an orthodontist at the first sign of an orthodontic problem. Generally speaking, kids should see an orthodontist once their permanent teeth start coming in, around age 7. At this age, issues such as uneven bite and overcrowding will become apparent. We will be able to assess the possibilities. Starting the process early doesn’t necessarily mean a child will get braces right away. In fact, an early evaluation isn’t always followed by treatments.
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Some conditions are easy to treat when caught early.
Getting an Early Evaluation
- Crossbite
- Severe crowding
- Protruded teeth: early treatment prevents chipping and fracture of teeth, and self image issues
- Correcting bad habits: thumb sucking, mouth breather, tongue thrust
What happens during the Initial Screening?
During the screening exam, we look for:
- Crowding
- Misplaced or blocked out teeth
- Teeth that don’t fit together
- Habits such as thumb sucking or mouth breathing
We can develop a plan to help guide teeth and jaw bones as they grow. In some cases, just a few braces and a palatal expander, worn for around 6-12 months, can prevent or reduce more serious problems from developing later.
Most importantly, a small change can make a big impact on a kid’s self-confidence.
Not every child needs early interceptive treatment. In that case, we will schedule observation checkups (at no cost) so that we can keep an eye on your child’s growth and development. That way, any necessary treatment can begin at just the right time.
What treatment options/types of braces are available?
At Smiles + Grins Orthodontics, we offer the highest quality care for our kids. We have clear and ceramic braces – which are far less noticeable – and a rainbow of rubber band colors. But we also offer the more affordable traditional metal braces. In many cases, we can offer Invisalign Teen as well. And for many smaller kids, we also offer Invisalign First.
Invisalign First™
An orthodontic treatment designed for little smiles, ages 6-10. Is your child a candidate for this Phase I treatment? Take the assessment below!
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Does my child need braces?
Getting an Early Evaluation
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child visits an orthodontist at the first sign of an orthodontic problem. Generally speaking, kids should see an orthodontist once their permanent teeth start coming in, around age 7. At this age, issues such as uneven bite and overcrowding will become apparent. We will be able to assess the possibilities. Starting the process early doesn’t necessarily mean a child will get braces right away. In fact, an early evaluation isn’t always followed by treatments.
Why is early evaluation so important?
- It can help prevent future problems
- We can monitor your child’s growth and development
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Some conditions are easy to treat when caught early.
Getting an Early Evaluation
- Crossbite
- Severe crowding
- Protruded teeth: early treatment prevents chipping and fracture of teeth, and self image issues
- Correcting bad habits: thumb sucking, mouth breather, tongue thrust
What happens during the Initial Screening?
During the screening exam, we look for:
- Crowding
- Misplaced or blocked out teeth
- Teeth that don’t fit together
- Habits such as thumb sucking or mouth breathing
We can develop a plan to help guide teeth and jaw bones as they grow. In some cases, just a few braces and a palatal expander, worn for around 6-12 months, can prevent or reduce more serious problems from developing later.
Most importantly, a small change can make a big impact on a kid’s self-confidence.
Not every child needs early interceptive treatment. In that case, we will schedule observation checkups (at no cost) so that we can keep an eye on your child’s growth and development. That way, any necessary treatment can begin at just the right time.
What treatment options/types of braces are available?
At Smiles + Grins Orthodontics, we offer the highest quality care for our kids. We have clear and ceramic braces – which are far less noticeable – and a rainbow of rubber band colors. But we also offer the more affordable traditional metal braces. In many cases, we can offer Invisalign Teen as well. And for many smaller kids, we also offer Invisalign First.
Invisalign First™
An orthodontic treatment designed for little smiles, ages 6-10. Is your child a candidate for this Phase I treatment? Take the assessment below!
retainers
Essix Retainer
An invisible Essix retainer is a clear plastic aligner covering all tooth surfaces to maintain their position. They usually last 6-12 months or more, and are easily removed.
Fixed Retainer
A Fixed lingual retainer is considered the gold standard of orthodontic retention. A thin wire is attached directly to the inside surface of teeth. It can last indefinitely, does not hinder speech, and is not visible to others.
Hawley Retainer
The Hawley retainer is removable, adjustable and durable. It can last for many years. It is plastic or acrylic, with metal wiring. In the long run, this is the more affordable option.
