ceramic braces | Rivera Orthodontics https://www.riveraorthodontics.com Sat, 27 Jan 2018 06:47:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5 Realign Your Smile With One of These Orthodontic Options https://www.riveraorthodontics.com/realign-your-smile-with-one-of-these-orthodontic-options/ Sat, 27 Jan 2018 06:47:17 +0000 https://www.riveraorthodontics.com/?p=393 When it comes to choosing your path for orthodontics, it’s easier to make the right choice when you have a good understanding of the different treatments. Our orthodontist and team have provided the common types of orthodontic treatments to help you choose wisely. Traditional Metal Braces Metal braces are the most common option and have [...]

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]]> When it comes to choosing your path for orthodontics, it’s easier to make the right choice when you have a good understanding of the different treatments. Our orthodontist and team have provided the common types of orthodontic treatments to help you choose wisely.

Traditional Metal Braces
Metal braces are the most common option and have been highly tested over the years. They tend to be the least expensive orthodontic option. The variety of colored bands allows you to create your own personal style, which is good because these braces will be very conspicuous in your smile.

Ceramic Braces
The clear or tooth-colored materials that make up these braces enable them to be discreet. Of your cosmetic orthodontic options, they are also usually the fastest, though you can expect them to cost more than traditional braces and not be as sturdy. Ceramic braces need proper care so that they don’t develop stains.

Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are the least conspicuous because they sit behind your teeth, but this also makes them more difficult to clean, and they are often more expensive. Usually, lingual braces are not a good fit for cases of severe misalignment.

Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are hard to see and easily removable, making them the most convenient option since you can still eat and drink whatever you want. However, they are only offered to teens and adults and are not recommended for severe cases. Clear aligners can also be expensive, especially if an aligner is lost, and may take longer than other treatments.

You are welcome to contact Rivera Orthodontics at 915-592-5853 today to schedule a consultation with our orthodontist, Dr. Jaime Rivera, and learn more about your options for orthodontic treatment in El Paso, Texas.

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]]> Ceramic Coated Braces – An Alternative to All-Metal Braces https://www.riveraorthodontics.com/ceramic-coated-braces-an-alternative-to-all-metal-braces/ Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:08:24 +0000 https://www.riveraorthodontics.com/?p=275 Trying to convince your teenager that wearing metal braces is good for them can be difficult. Teenage years are awkward and will be made more awkward with braces that draw attention to themselves. Your family’s dentist, Dr. Jaime Rivera offers an alternative: ceramic coated braces. For the most part, these are still regular braces. However, [...]

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]]> Trying to convince your teenager that wearing metal braces is good for them can be difficult. Teenage years are awkward and will be made more awkward with braces that draw attention to themselves. Your family’s dentist, Dr. Jaime Rivera offers an alternative: ceramic coated braces.

For the most part, these are still regular braces. However, the wires and brackets are made less noticeable through a ceramic porcelain coating that is glazed over them. The color of the porcelain material is customized to match the shade of your child’s teeth to keep the braces from being noticeable during casual encounters.

Your child should maintain a daily brushing and flossing routine while wearing braces. However, whitening toothpaste should not be incorporating into their daily brushing. Even though the ceramic coating will not stain, it has been selected to match the teeth’s color, which can change and cause a mismatch by using whitening toothpaste.

Another thing that can cause a mismatch is eating and drinking too many dark colored foods and drinks. These can stain the teeth’s enamel, causing it to be a different color from the porcelain coating of the braces. While your child can eat things like dark chocolate and berries in moderate amounts, they should remember to brush their teeth afterward. It is also recommended they use a straw when drinking sodas.

If your son or daughter is in need of braces in El Paso, Texas, please call Rivera Orthodontics at 915-592-5853 today to set up a consultation.

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