Tooth Colored Adult Braces Information

• What are Tooth Colored Adult Braces?
  Tooth colored adult braces use a ceramic material. The archwires are colored to blend in with your natural smile while the elastic bands are used to help pull your teeth into correct alignment over time. They are similar to traditional braces in their application, treatment, and removal, but offer a more discreet appearance. Tooth colored braces for adults are used for the same purpose as metal braces but are made of clear or tooth colored material. Many patients, especially adults, pick ceramic braces over metal braces because they are less visible and have a higher aesthetic value during treatment. The Doctor at Success Smiles Orthodontics can help you decide the best treatment for you.
• Parts of Tooth Colored Adult Braces
  Tooth colored braces typically consist of three parts-the brackets that stick to the tooth surface, the archwire that is curved around the bracket to apply pressure on the teeth, and the elastic bands to secure the wire around the bracket. There are pros and cons to getting clear tooth colored braces. The orthodontist at Success Smiles Orthodontics can help you make a decision when deciding the best treatment for your lifestyle.
• Advantages of Tooth Colored Adult Braces
  Some of the pros for adults getting clear tooth colored braces include the fact that they are less visible than metal braces. One of the things that make people avoid getting braces is the fact that they can be seen and some see it as being embarrassing. The ceramic material used is typically clear colored or tooth colored and is hard to notice from a distance. Ceramic tooth colored braces have no restrictions for severity. Like other types of braces, these take around 18 to 36 months to straighten teeth. According to some people who have worn both metal and ceramic braces, tooth colored braces are less painful on your gums and cheeks because the ceramic is not as harsh. Many patients report that clear braces are more comfortable than metal braces. They tend to have fewer scrapes in their mouth than metal brackets. They also report having to use less wax to overcome discomfort.
• Challenges and Cost of Tooth Colored Adult Braces 
  Ceramic tooth colored braces are, in fact, easier to damage. This is one of the cons of choosing tooth colored ceramic braces. According to some, a disadvantage of tooth colored braces is increased gum sensitivity. Typical metal brackets are actually smaller than ceramic brackets which makes it difficult to clean your teeth and gums, leading to receding or swollen gums. Also, some people are cautious about getting ceramic tooth colored braces because they do not think that they are durable or will last through the treatment without having to be replaced. Compared to metal braces, ceramic tooth colored braces are more likely to fracture or debond from a tooth. Usually, tooth colored adult braces take about the same amount of time as metal braces to complete the treatment. Treatment can take up to a year or two for corrections. In addition, due to the material being more fragile, your orthodontist at Success Smiles Orthodontics may have to make smaller adjustments over a longer period of time to avoid breakage. The elastic ties that hold the clear wire to the ceramic brackets are porous and can stain or discolor your teeth. However, teeth staining is not new when it comes to braces and the orthodontist at Success Smiles Orthodontics can remove it easily.
• The cost for adult tooth colored braces typically cost $1,000 more than standard metal braces. They are also more cost effective than clear aligners which cost more and take longer to achieve the desired effect. Check with your insurance company to compare pricing and visit with your Orthodontist at Success Smiles Orthodontics for the best option. Tooth colored braces could be for you.