Have you ever thought about having orthodontic treatment, but decided the 'Tin Grin' was not for you?

Now, thanks to a technological and material breathrough, it is possible to have braces that may go unnoticed.    Ceramic braces are translucent, so the only thing that shows is the natural color of your teeth.

These innovative braces could change the way you feel about having orthodontic treatment—which can certainly help change the quality of your life, and make you feel better about yourself and your smile. With ceramic braces, the focus is on you, not your braces.

Following are answers to some important questions you may have:

Q. Do ceramic braces work as well as steel braces?

Absolutely.    Superior design features have been incorporated into ceramic braces, enabling us to achieve maximum results.

Q. Will they ever break?

Ceramic braces are harder than conventional metal braces.    However, you can damage any braces by chewing on hard foods or sharp objects.  Under normal conditions, and with normal care, ceramic braces will last the life of treatment.

Q. Are these braces difficult to keep clean?

No.    Fortunately, since ceramic braces are translucent, it is much easier to see any food accumulation.    As a matter of fact, with proper oral hygiene, including regular visits to our office, ceramic braces will remain clean and fresh throughout treatment.

Q. How else do they differ from metal braces?

The beauty of ceramic braces is that you get noticed, not your braces.    Also, unlike steel, these braces are hypo-allergenic and will not conduct heat or cold.

Q. Will ceramic braces stain or discolor?

Unlike most plastic braces which discolor very quickly, ceramic braces are manufactured from a non-porous, 99.9% ultra pure ceramic material which is extremely resistant to staining or discoloration.

Q. How do I know if ceramic braces are for me?

Much depends on the condition of your teeth and mouth. There are some conditions in which ceramic braces are not recommended.    Ask us if ceramic braces are right for you.    Remember, having braces is a positive experience that will endow you with a beautiful smile to last a lifetime.

Q. Will they cost more than regular braces?

Ceramic braces do cost a little more because of the advanced technology that goes into their making, but if feeling good about your appearance during treatment is important, then these braces may be what you've been waiting for.

Get the beautiful smile you've always wanted!    Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners.    It's been proven effective in both clinical research and in practices nationwide.    So whether your teeth are crowded, too far apart or have shifted since wearing braces, you'll have a new reason to smile. Upon an initial examination, your dentist will decide if Invisalign®is right for you. He will then write a treatment plan and take impressions of your teeth, which are submitted to Invisalign.    Using the latest advances in 3-D computer technology, Invisalign®will carefully translate your dentist's instructions into a series of precisely customized aligners.    You then wear each set of aligners for about two weeks, moving your teeth, gradually -- week by week, millimeter by millimeter -- until you've achieved the intended result:    Straiter teeth.    Generally, you visit your dentist no more often than you would with braces and the length of treatment is about the same.

Because there are no metal wires and brackets, Invisalign®is comfortable.    Because it's removable, eating, brushing and flossing are no problem.    You can still enjoy your favorite foods and smile without holding back.    With Invisalign, there's nothing to hide.