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  438 EDISON ST.
ANTIGO, WI 54409
(715) 623-2373

  1405 KENWOOD DR.
WAUSAU, WI 54401
(715) 842-5688

  1405 KENWOOD DR. WAUSAU, WI 54401 (715) 842-5688
  438 EDISON ST. ANTIGO, WI 54409 (715) 623-2373
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Types of Braces

Thanks to today’s advances in orthodontic technology, Dovorany Orthodontics can provide our patients with more options than ever before when it comes to wearing braces. While traditional metal braces are still widely used, clear braces are very popular with teens and adults who are self conscious about wearing braces. Invisalign removable aligners, the “braceless” alternative to straight teeth is another great option. Dr. John T. Dovorany will help you determine which treatment option is right for you.

Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces used today.  They are smaller and more comfortable, and constructed of high-grade, space-age, metal alloys. With metal braces, you have the option of adding colored elastics (rubber bands) for a more unique and colorful smile.

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Ceramic Braces

Ceramic braces are made of clear materials, and are therefore less visible on your teeth than metal braces. For this reason, ceramic braces are used mainly on teenage and adult patients who have aesthetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene since ceramic braces are larger. The only drawback to ceramic brackets is that they are more fragile, and the elastic ties can discolor between orthodontic visits with certain foods and smoking.

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Invisible Braces

Clear appliances, such as Invisalign, use a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to straighten your teeth. No one can tell that you are wearing these aligners because they are invisible! Invisalign aligners are removable so that you are not limited in what you can eat and drink during treatment. Plus…brushing and flossing are less of a hassle. The aligners are comfortable, and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. Invisalign

Invisible Braces (Lingual Braces)

Lingual braces are the invisible alternative for patients who don’t want to wear braces, or when Invisalign is not an option. Placed behind your teeth, no one will know that you are wearing braces unless you tell them. These unique braces are created using state-of-the-art technology, and are 100% customized to the shape of your teeth and dental situation. Lingual braces have the unique prescription that Dovorany Orthodontics creates for you…built-in to ensure that you get the results that you want. With lingual braces, you get efficient, effective tooth movement with great aesthetics.

 

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