With today’s advancements in dental technology, there are now numerous methods for straightening teeth. At Oahu Dental Care, based in both Pearl City and Honolulu, Oahu, their expert orthodontist will work with you to choose the best type of braces for your lifestyle and dental needs.

3 Styles Of Braces Used To Straighten Teeth

1. Invisalign®

If your teeth are not severely misaligned and you don’t want to be seen with metal braces, Invisalign might be the best option for you. The pros of choosing Invisalign braces include their practical invisibility and that they can be removed at any point. However, if you want a speedier correction period, your orthodontist might recommend you review your other options, as these tend to take much longer to straighten teeth.

2. Traditional Braces

When your teeth are too crooked for Invisalign, traditional braces are your next best option. They tend to be the most reasonably priced and have the most reliable background for straightening teeth. The only downside is that they can be a bit unflattering and some adults feel like these braces can make them appear too young in the workplace. However, even this issue is mostly resolved if you opt for clear brackets over metal ones.

3. Lingual Braces

If you want to fully hide the fact that you are wearing metal braces, lingual braces are right up your alley. This style works very similarly to traditional braces; however, in this case, the wire and brackets are placed behind the teeth. The only real downside is that they tend to be more expensive than traditional braces because more orthodontist visits are necessary and in some cases more correction time is required.

If you are ready to kiss your crooked teeth goodbye, contact the orthodontist team at Oahu Dental Care today about the types of braces they offer. To schedule a consultation, call (808) 456-5005 for their Pearl City office or (808) 732-2821 for their Honolulu office. You can also learn more about their orthodontic and other dental services by visiting them online.