Types of Orthodontic Appliances 

There are many different types of orthodontic appliances to choose from.  The best appliance for each person depends on their needs and goals.  We recommend a consult so that we can discuss the best option for you or your child.

Metal Braces - the traditional braces most people think, can have fun with colors

Clear Braces - less obvious since they blend in with the surface of the tooth

Self-ligating braces - can work faster in certain cases

Clear aligners - removable appliances such as Invisalign

Lingual braces - placed on the inside of the teeth so it affects speech (Dr. Maull can talk to you about her personal experience with lingual braces!)

Additional Appliances for Children include:

Expanders - to increase jaw width

Night-time facemask - for underbites

Removable appliances - to increase space for teeth, improve the developing bite, enhance jaw growth

Habit appliances - for thumb or finger sucking

Space maintainers - to preserve space after early loss of baby molars