{"id":121,"date":"2019-10-18T16:58:52","date_gmt":"2019-10-18T16:58:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neonnowtheme1.wpengine.com\/?page_id=111"},"modified":"2025-03-20T17:57:42","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T17:57:42","slug":"metal-braces","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bortnemorthodontics.com\/staging\/metal-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Metal Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t<h5>Benbrook Metal Braces<\/h5>\n<h2>Dependable, Modern Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>At <a href=\"\/\">Bortnem Orthodontics<\/a>, there&#8217;s a reason why traditional metal braces are still our most common type of treatment. In fact, today&#8217;s metal braces are stronger, lighter, and more effective than ever.<\/p>\n\t<h3>What Are Metal Braces?<\/h3>\n<p>Metal braces, crafted from high-grade stainless steel, use metal brackets and archwires to gently align your teeth. At Bortnem Orthodontics, our updated version of traditional metal braces effectively addresses various dental and jaw concerns.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bortnemorthodontics.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/dreamstime_s_111728110-1.jpg\" alt=\"orthodontics benbrook tx\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"dreamstime_s_111728110 (1)\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t<h3>How Modern Metal Braces Work<\/h3>\n\t<p>Braces work by applying gentle and steady pressure that gradually moves your teeth into the perfect spot. <a href=\"\/meet-dr-eric-bortnem\/\">Dr. Eric<\/a> or <a href=\"\/meet-dr-lena-bortnem\/\">Dr. Lena<\/a> will place the brackets on your teeth along with a special adhesive to keep them in place.<\/p>\n<p>The archwire connects the brackets and works by applying the pressure needed to move the teeth into their new position.<\/p>\n\t<p>Once your braces are on, our team will need to tighten them periodically to provide sufficient pressure where needed to align your jaw and straighten your teeth.<\/p>\n<p>Advances in dental technology have made traditional metal braces smaller, sleeker, and more comfortable for patients. Dr. Eric or Dr. Lena use teeth braces to correct several problems.<\/p>\n\t<h4>Add Style to Your Braces<\/h4>\n<p>Our practice is all about having a good time! Just because the braces are traditional doesn&#8217;t mean you have to be.<\/p>\n<p>Feel free to add colored elastics to your brackets for a more vibrant smile. You can choose your favorite color, use colors for your school or favorite sports team, or celebrate the holidays with your chosen colors.<\/p>\n<p>There are all sorts of colors available, so you can try something different with your braces every visit.<\/p>\n\t<h4>What Do Braces Treat?<\/h4>\n<p>Metal braces can correct all sorts of orthodontic issues, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Crooked teeth<\/li>\n<li>Crowding<\/li>\n<li>Bite misalignment<\/li>\n<li>Orthodontic problems that interfere with eating or speaking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The length of time you&#8217;ll need to wear braces varies from patient to patient and depends on you and your needs.<\/p>\n\t<h3>Traditional Braces vs. Clear Aligners<\/h3>\n<p>While both are great treatment options, there are several differences between <a href=\"\/clear-aligners\/\">clear aligners<\/a> and traditional metal braces.<\/p>\n\t<h4>Benefits of Braces<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Don&#8217;t have to remember to &#8220;put them in&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>More affordable than clear aligners<\/li>\n<li>Get to change colors every visit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<h4>Benefits of Clear Aligners<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Easier to brush and eat<\/li>\n<li>More discreet<\/li>\n<li>Improved comfort<\/li>\n<li>Fewer appointments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<h2>Metal Braces FAQ<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-0\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-0\">How do braces work?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-0\" tabindex=\"-1\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Braces use gentle, yet steady pressure, to move the teeth into the proper position. Brackets are attached to the teeth with a special adhesive and connected by an archwire. The wire applies pressure to move the teeth into the correct position.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-1\">What are Phase I and Phase II in orthodontic treatment?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-1\" tabindex=\"-1\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Phase I is early orthodontic treatment, which is provided before all of the permanent teeth are in.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Eric or Dr. Lena may recommend this treatment to correct certain issues or make space for teeth that need to come in. Phase II treatment is performed after all of the adult teeth have erupted.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-2\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-2\">Do braces hurt?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-2\" tabindex=\"-1\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>It&#8217;s normal to experience a bit of soreness in the first few days. The inside of your cheeks and lips may take a week or two to become accustomed to the braces.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-3\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-3\">How long will my treatment take?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-3\" tabindex=\"-1\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Treatment times vary, but the average time is 18-24 months. The severity of the condition and patient compliance will have an impact on treatment length. Keeping all of your appointments is essential for successful treatment.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--label-4\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"fl-accordion--panel-4\">What should I do if I have an orthodontic emergency?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" id=\"fl-accordion--icon-4\" tabindex=\"-1\"><i title=\"Expand\">Expand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Good news as there are no emergencies in orthodontics! However, braces can be damaged, even if you are careful. We encourage you to contact our office to get advice if an appliance or bracket becomes loose, an archwire becomes loose or breaks. If it is a real emergency with an accident that involves your teeth, please call 911 or contact your primary care dentist.<\/p>\n\t<h3>Start Your Smile Today<\/h3>\n<p>Here at Bortnem Orthodontics, we&#8217;re proud to say that <a href=\"\/free-consult\/\">consultations<\/a> are always 100% free. That means there&#8217;s no reason to hesitate when it comes to investing in your family&#8217;s smiles.<\/p>\n<p>From the moment you step into our office, we hope you&#8217;ll feel right at home. We can&#8217;t wait to see you!<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Benbrook Metal Braces Dependable, Modern Treatment At Bortnem Orthodontics, there&#8217;s a reason why traditional metal braces are still our most common type of treatment. In fact, today&#8217;s metal braces are stronger, lighter, and more effective than ever. What Are Metal Braces? 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