Metal Braces
Austin Braces
Traditional braces have been around for a long time, and they’re probably the most recognizable symbol of orthodontics in Austin and the surrounding area.
All About Cedar Park Orthodontics Braces
What Are Braces Made of?
These orthodontic workhorses have a long history of successful treatment and are great at correcting many oral issues. At Cedar Park Orthodontics, metal braces continue to be the top orthodontic treatment for patients of all ages.
They can work faster at closing gaps and aligning teeth than other treatments might. This can potentially shorten your treatment time.
Metal braces are a cost-effective option because they don’t require some of the more complex technology or expensive equipment that newer treatments do.
Modern braces are smaller, more comfortable and more attractive. Metal braces are built from high-grade stainless steel and are the most common type of braces you’ll see.
Brackets are bonded to the front of each tooth and connect to one another by an archwire, helping to guide your teeth where Dr. Bolerjack wants them to move.
Brackets
The brackets Dr. Bolerjack uses are durable and made from a mix of stainless steel, nickel, and other metals.
Brackets have little hooks and slots where Dr. Bolerjack will thread a wire. The bracket can then be secured by placing an elastic or steel tie over the top of the wire.
Glue
This is what Dr. Bolerjack will use to attach the brackets to your teeth. It’s common to attach the bracket directly to the tooth with glue.
Wire
This thin piece of metal runs from one bracket to another. Dr. Bolerjack will change the shape and curvature of the wire to move your teeth in the right direction.
The wire will attach all of your bottom or upper teeth together in many cases. We might occasionally cut the wire if connecting just a few teeth is better for your treatment plan.
Elastics
If Dr. Bolerjack determines that you need bite correction, elastics are essential. They’re generally strung between an upper bracket hook and a lower bracket hook.
This will pull the upper jaw backward to correct an overbite, or the lower jaw back to correct an underbite.
We may use rubber bands for many different situations, especially when we want to put extra pressure on the teeth or jaws.
Spacers
These small elastic “donuts” or rings can be used by Dr. Bolerjack to create space in between your teeth when needed, typically before lab made appliances are placed. They’re also referred to as separators.
Elastic Ties/O-Rings/Ligatures/Colors
These tiny rubber rings or bands are used to attach the archwire to the brackets. They’re less rigid than spacers and at Cedar Park Orthodontics they come in dozens of colors.
Cedar Park Orthodontics
We’re a local business and have been in the community for nearly 2 decades. We pride ourselves on excellent service, and are the most well reviewed orthodontic practice in Cedar Park and the greater west Austin area. We aim to provide orthodontic treatment with a personal touch. Dr Bolerjack will guide your care at every visit, and provide the attention and consistency necessary to achieve a stunning result in an efficient and timely manner.