Traditional Metal Braces Lara and Geelong

Traditional metal braces are the most popular orthodontic treatment for a reason.

Having straight teeth is critical to a healthy smile. Brushing and flossing become simpler, reducing the chance of decay, which aids in the general health of your teeth. If you have crooked or irregular teeth, an incorrect bite, or an uneven jaw, we are able to assist by providing a variety of orthodontic treatments.

Over the years, advancements in oral health technology have resulted in metal braces becoming a less bulky, more comfortable, more aesthetically pleasing treatment option than they once were. 

This means that the proven technology behind them can be harnessed in a faster, more effective manner with more treatment options available. Therefore, they are more likely to create happier patients along the way.

Traditional braces work by applying constant pressure to the teeth to move them into the desired position. This movement can be in several directions and can resolve crowding, ‘gappy’ teeth, malocclusion, crookedness, misaligned bites, misaligned jaws and several other dental and orthodontic issues.

Benefits of traditional braces

When considering straightening your teeth, there are many proven benefits of traditional braces:

• Effective treatment of various orthodontic issues
• Can correct a wide range of cases, including more complex developments
• Can be used with extraction and non-extraction orthodontics
• Can be combined with alternative treatments and more advanced appliances for correction of bites
• Compliance is not an issue as the patient cannot remove the metal brackets or forget to wear them
• Customisable band and elastic tie colours (including tooth coloured) allows unique treatment for teen patients (often helping with compliance and willingness to clean).
• It is much easier to maintain oral health in future if you have straight teeth

Additionally, ceramic braces are also available. These are similar to their metal counterparts. Both options allow for positive orthodontic outcomes. The difference between the two options is that ceramic braces are tooth-coloured as opposed to being the traditional stainless steel silver, although metal braces cost less.

If you are worried about the appearance of braces, we also offer clear aligners, which are virtually invisible and can be removed to eat as well as clean one’s teeth. 

Taking care of your braces

It is important to pay extra attention to the care of your teeth and your general oral hygiene, even more so than you would without braces. This is because of the presence of the metal brackets and wire on your teeth. 

You should brush and floss at least twice a day and ensure you visit the dentist for regular check-ups. Eating sugary foods can lead to plaque build-up around your brackets, so it’s important to limit your intake or rid your diet of sugary foods altogether. Also, be sure to avoid hard foods which could potentially damage your braces.

Traditional Metal Braces in Geelong and Lara

If you are looking for conventional braces, or other types of braces such as lingual braces, be sure to get in touch with the team at Lara Smile Group. Lara Smile Group has decades of experience in orthodontics, and can assist you in getting the smile of your dreams.

Be sure to book an appointment by calling 03 5282 1681, or by clicking here.