Clear Ceramic Braces

Clear Braces in Brooklyn NY

Clarity Clear Ceramic Braces are an alternative to both Invisalign and traditional metal braces. Available in both self-litigating and traditional brackets, these ceramic brackets offer a less visible way to straighten teeth. Additionally, as a 3M product, the quality and reliability of Clarity brackets is top-of-the-line.

Clear Braces vs. Traditional Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces work with a fairly simple principle — tension. An orthodontist affixes metal brackets to a patient’s teeth. An archwire creates tension to shift teeth into the correct position for a straight smile. Tiny rubber bands, called elastics, hold the archwires in place.

Clear Braces work in the same manner. The difference is the brackets. While traditional metal braces are highly visible, ceramic brackets are clear. This allows them to blend with the natural coloration of teeth making them less noticeable. Additionally, with the selection of complimentary low-profile white wire and elastics this is a great alternative for patients wanting less noticeable braces.

The enhanced features available with Clarity Clear Ceramic Braces include:

  • Smaller brackets to increase comfort
  • Clear brackets blend with natural tooth coloration
  • Stain and discoloration resistant
  • Smoother bracket surface and rounded corners decrease irritation to soft tissue in mouth
  • Can be colorized with multi-colored elastics
  • Available with APC Flash-Free Adhesive for quicker bonding
  • Stress concentrator on base provides easier debonding

Clarity Clear Ceramic Braces offer all the great benefits of traditional braces while maintaining lower visibility.

Self-Ligating Braces — How They Work

Self-ligating braces are slightly different from traditional brackets. An elastic is used to hold the archwire in place on traditional braces. Self-ligating braces include a system within the bracket that holds and maintains tension on the archwire.

There are two types of self-ligating brackets in use, active and passive. Active brackets press against the archwire to provide an active force to maintain positioning. Passive brackets use a sliding mechanism and do not apply pressure to the archwire.

Some of the benefits of self-ligating brackets include:

  • Shorter office visits due to easier adjustments
  • Easier to clean and create fewer trapped food particles
  • Many patients report less discomfort

When comparing costs, clear brackets do cost slightly more than traditional metal brackets. In keeping with that progression, self-ligating brackets are slightly more costly than standard clear brackets. In evaluating your options, please feel free to ask about all the treatment types available at Halabi Orthodontics. Dr. Halabi will be happy to discuss the options during your initial complimentary consultation.

A Complimentary Consultation for You!

Halabi Orthodontics offers a complimentary consultation to explore your options for orthodontic treatment. Whether you opt for traditional braces, Clarity Clear Braces, Damon Braces, or Invisalign, Halabi Orthodontics will assist you in finding your perfect smile.

Please contact Halabi Orthodontics today to begin your journey!