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For most people, achieving a healthy, beautiful smile is the reason for choosing to receive orthodontic care. If you’re self-conscious about your smile, having braces will greatly improve the way you look and feel.

When your treatment is complete, you will have the smile you’ve always dreamed of as well as the confidence to show it off! We also want you to feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire orthodontic experience, so our practice is dedicated to making sure that you receive the quality care you deserve.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works

Orthodontic appliances are made of metal, ceramic, or plastic. They may be removable or they may be brackets bonded to the teeth. By placing a constant, gentle force in a carefully controlled direction, braces slowly move teeth to the proper position.

Gone are the days when a metal band with a bracket was placed around each tooth. You can now choose brackets that are clear or metallic, and in some cases, choose the color of your appliance. Wires are far less noticeable, and the latest materials are designed to move teeth faster with more comfort. Today, any age is a great age to wear braces!

Duration of Treatment

Depending on several factors, including age, treatment method, and how minor or severe your case is, treatment time varies and can last between one and three years. For children, receiving interceptive, or early treatment, can also help provide a quicker treatment time later on in life. A big factor to a successful treatment is you, the patient! The more involved and diligent you are, the quicker and more efficient your treatment will be.

Before beginning your orthodontic care, your doctor will discuss all of your options and provide an estimate for how long your full treatment may take. Please contact our practice to schedule an appointment and learn more about orthodontics and the treatments we provide.

Types of Braces

Traditional Metal Braces

metal braces

Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth by using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, you have the option of adding colored elastics (rubber bands) for a more unique and colorful smile.


Clear (Ceramic) Braces

clear 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 older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene, as ceramic braces are larger and more brittle than their metal counterparts. For these reasons, ceramic braces tend to be used more on upper front teeth rather than on lower teeth.


Clear Aligners

invisalign

Clear aligners are a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable acrylic trays that straighten your teeth like braces. Not only are the aligners invisible, they are also removable, allowing you to eat and drink what you want while in treatment. Plus, this helps to make brushing and flossing less of a hassle. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment.

“Warm and professional staff does a great job with the entire family. They really inspired our littles to brush more often and floss.” - Emily E.
“I have always had great experiences here. The staff is friendly and helpful, especially in orthodontics, where I spent most of my visits. Very knowledgeable and high quality work! Thank you for my beautiful smile!” - Anonymous
“First time here and they made me feel like I was at home. We all know how this can be a hostile experience but this was definitely a 15/10 that’s for sure. Looking forward to positive future experiences.” - Dustain M.
“I had a teeth cleaning and exam as a new patient and my experience was flawless! Both the doctor and the hygienist were wonderful. Thanks Dental Clinic of Marshfield!” - Brittany Z.
“Always a pleasant, quick, and professional visit.” - Danny C.
“Excellent service. Everyone is always so friendly.” - Kirsti E.
“I’ve had the good fortune to have been the patient of two excellent dentists at the clinic. When the first moved away, I was concerned that it might be difficult to find someone as good, but I have been pleasantly surprised, much to my relief. Dr. Kracht is now my dentist, and does excellent work – and it is always pain free, both during treatment and afterwards. I am grateful for both his kindness and competence. He even feeds birds and squirrels outside his exam room so there is free entertainment! Thank you!” - Douglas N.
“Great dental clinic. The staff is super flexible and skilled.” - Paul H.
“Dr. Kracht is awesome! Made me feel so comfortable and did a great job.” - Lindsey N.

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8:00am to 5:00pm
Friday
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