There are many paths to a straight, healthy smile and braces have been an option for getting teeth on track for over a century. However, braces have come a long way in recent years. Gone are the clunky metal brackets and agonizingly slow treatment times, even traditional dental molds are a thing of the past. Today, braces are available to children, teens, and adults – each with their own unique options to fit your level of expression or lifestyle.

Braces, like all orthodontic treatment, focuses on aligning the teeth into the optimal position for each person’s unique smile. Because orthodontic treatment – especially braces – involve complex movements and changes in a person’s jaw bones, facial bones, soft tissue and teeth, it’s recommended that you complete orthodontic care under the supervision of an American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) certified provider.