Metal Braces | Braces Jersey City

Jersey City braces

Traditional braces have been around for a long time, and they’re probably the most recognizable symbol of orthodontics in Jersey City and the surrounding area.

FAQS

How do braces work?

Before applying the brackets, Dr. Trulby and the team at Heights Orthodontics will take thorough photos and X-rays of your mouth. Sometimes we’ll use our high-tech oral scanner to scan each of your teeth and the layout of your gums and mouth.

This process takes 10-15 minutes and provides an extremely accurate 3D view of your mouth.

Dr. Trulby will use the X-ray and information from other scans to create your customized treatment plan. This will include how each tooth needs to be moved to get it in the best possible position.

Dr. Trulby will decide how to place the brackets based on this information. For example, if you have some teeth that need to be tilted, the placement of those brackets will be different than the placement of brackets for teeth that need to be turned.

Once the brackets have been attached, Dr. Trulby will insert the wire. Bends in the wire will provide different types of pressure on different teeth. Bending wires is how most orthodontists generate specific and precise movements.

What can I expect from today’s metal braces?

Metal braces have historically had a reputation for being awkward and obvious. Thanks to innovations in modern orthodontics, you’ll benefit from versions that are smaller, less conspicuous, and more comfortable than ever before.

At Heights Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer the latest braces technology to our patients of all ages in Jersey City and surrounding areas!

Sleeker brackets and lighter wires improve the appearance and feel of these braces. This means you’ll have less irritation in your mouth.

Traditional metal braces in Jersey City also come with a fun new twist without any extra cost - you can customize them with pops of color! The elastics that Dr. Trulby will fit around your brackets come in a wide variety of colors that let you showcase your personality however you want.

Pick your favorite color combination, the colors of your favorite sports team, even your school colors! We also offer silver, gray, white, black, and tooth-colored elastics for patients seeking a more subtle look.

The strength, durability, and affordability of traditional metal braces keep them the top treatment for orthodontic patients in Jersey City, year after year!

How long will I be in braces?

This is what everyone wants to know, but it’s one of the only questions we don’t have a concrete answer for. Every mouth around Jersey City is different, and every patient responds to treatment in their own way. Treatment time with metal braces will be different every time.

The average time spent in metal braces is around 18 to 22 months but could be shorter or longer, depending on the individual treatment plan from Dr. Trulby.

At Heights Orthodontics, we have patients in braces for as little as six months. But for more complex issues, it can take over three years to complete the process.

With metal braces treatment with Dr. Trulby and the team at Heights Orthodontics, you’ll start to see signs of improvement in just a short time, and that will grow your confidence during the treatment process.

All about braces at Heights Orthodontics

What are braces made of?

Colors were never so cool. Style it out with whatever color your heart desires. Braces have never been this easy to integrate into your life.

These orthodontic workhorses have a long history of successful treatment and are great at correcting many oral issues. At Heights Orthodontics, metal braces continue to be the top orthodontic treatment for patients of all ages.

They can work faster at closing gaps and aligning teeth than other treatments might, shortening overall treatment time without compromising on quality.

Metal braces are a cost-effective option because they don’t require some of the more complex technology or expensive equipment that newer treatments do.

Modern braces are smaller, more comfortable and more attractive than ever. Metal braces are built from high-grade stainless steel and are the most common type of braces you’ll see.

Brackets are bonded to the front of each tooth and connect to one another by an archwire, helping to guide your teeth where Dr. Trulby wants them to move.

Brackets

The brackets that Heights Orthodontics uses are durable and made from a mix of stainless steel, nickel, and other mouth-safe metals.

Brackets have little hooks or doors through which Dr. Trulby will thread a wire. The bracket can then be secured by closing the door, or by placing an elastic over the top of the wire to secure the wire in place while allowing for tightening or adjustment at future appointments.

Orthodontic glue

This is what Dr. Trulby will use to attach the brackets to your teeth. It’s common to attach the bracket directly to the tooth with mouth-safe, non-toxic glue.

Heights Ortho will safely remove this glue at the end of your orthodontic procedure without damaging your teeth or mouth.

Wire

This thin piece of metal runs from one bracket to another. Dr. Trulby will change the shape and curvature of the wire to move your teeth in the right direction.

The wire will attach all of your bottom or upper teeth together in many cases. We might occasionally shorten the wire if connecting just a few teeth is better for your treatment plan.

Elastics

If Dr. Trulby determines that you need bite correction, elastics are essential. They’re generally strung between an upper bracket hook and a lower bracket hook, and will gently pull the upper jaw backward to correct an overbite, or the lower jaw back to correct an underbite.

We may use rubber bands for many different situations, especially when we want to put extra shifting pressure on the teeth or jaws.

Orthodontic bands

These are stainless steel rings that are attached firmly to your teeth using dental bonding agents. These bands can provide an anchor for your braces and orthodontic appliances, but they’re not needed in every case.

Dr. Trulby will determine if your treatment will benefit from orthodontic bands at your initial consultation.

Spacers

These small elastic “donuts” or rings can be used by Dr. Trulby to create space in between your teeth when needed, typically before bands are placed. They’re also referred to as separators.

Elastic ties/ligatures/colors/o-rings

We use these teeny rubber bands (or rings) to hold the archwire to your brackets. They’re less rigid than spacers and you can choose from dozens of color options at Heights Orthodontics.