Orthodontics

Metal braces have been widely acknowledged for their ability to cure complex bite problems. As a traditional form of orthodontic treatment they continue to be the most effective and preferred solutions by orthodontists in North Carolina. Most patients wear metal braces for 18 to 36 months, though your timeline will depend on the severity of your case.

Metal braces have wires and brackets which are designed to apply pressure on teeth and move them in a desired direction. Traditional metal braces are successful in treating cross bites, open bites, crowding and other complex orthodontic conditions.

Our orthodontists in Cary study the position of your teeth and plan a treatment accordingly. Gels are used in the process to fix the brackets over teeth and the wires are then fit in the brackets in tension mode.

Today’s metal braces are smaller and more comfortable than older versions, making them easier to wear throughout your treatment. Patients should visit the dentist periodically to check the progress of treatment and reset the wires in tension mode.

If Invisalign in Cary NC is more of what you’re looking for; you’ll find this to be an effective system used to straighten teeth without the appearance of braces. These removable aligners are made of smooth BPA free plastic. They have proven to be one of the finest ways of treating simple orthodontic conditions since the aligners are invisible.

You can take them out for meals and special occasions, which gives you more flexibility than traditional braces.

The treatment duration may vary from 18 months to 24 months based on the condition. A series of aligners are custom-made for the patient and each pair should be replaced with another after every 2 weeks.

Damon braces have introduced a new method of treating orthodontic problems. Unlike regular metal braces which have elastic ties, Damon braces are passive and self-ligating. They work by applying lighter forces on teeth.

Many patients report less discomfort with Damon braces compared to traditional metal braces. You don’t have to worry about food particles getting stuck since the Damon system eliminates those elastic ties.

Maintaining oral hygiene is simpler with these innovative braces in Cary NC, and you’ll need fewer adjustments during your treatment. With Damon braces patients need not have to get their teeth extracted for orthodontic treatment.

The braces work with even the most complex conditions. Both the wires and brackets are designed in such a way that light pressure continuously acts on teeth to move it in place.

Your orthodontist will evaluate your specific needs during a consultation. Traditional braces are best for complex cases, while Invisalign is ideal for someone with mild to moderate alignment issues and offers a discreet solution.

Most patients visit every 4-6 weeks for adjustments and progress checks. The exact schedule depends on your treatment type and how your teeth are responding—we’ll create a timeline that works for you.

You may experience mild discomfort for a few days after getting braces or switching Invisalign aligners. This typically subsides quickly and you can manage it with over-the-counter pain relief if needed.