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At Camellia Orthodontics in Lafayette and Opelousas, Dr. Bozner can make your smile unforgettable with metal braces. They're ideal for straightening teeth and fixing bites. Plus, they work fast, so you'll see your amazing new smile sooner!
What Are Metal Braces?
Metal braces are a great way to get your teeth straight and make your smile look their best.
At Camellia Orthodontics in Lafayette and Opelousas, Dr. Bozner uses metal braces because they work well for people no matter their age.
Our braces are made of strong stainless steel brackets and wires. They gently move your teeth into place as time goes by.
How Metal Braces Work
Metal braces put a steady, gentle push on your teeth. Over time, this moves your teeth to where they should be. They're great for fixing how your teeth come together, straightening them out, and making your smile look better.
Thanks to new improvements, the metal braces we use at Camellia Orthodontics are more comfortable and yield more consistent results.
The Elements of Metal Braces
What are metal braces made of? Each element of your metal braces has a unique role. Let's examine these parts in greater detail:
Brackets
Brackets are tiny square attachments that stick to the front of your teeth. They're the central part of metal braces, and they hold the wires and elastics that move your teeth.
Archwires
Archwires are slim, bendy wires that thread through the brackets. They gently push your teeth, moving them to where they need to be during your treatment.
Bands
Dr. Bozner might use bands or metal rings around your back teeth for some treatments. These give extra support to the whole braces setup.
Elastics
Elastics, or rubber bands, link different brackets and bands together. They're vital for getting your bite right and tackling specific teeth-moving tasks by adding more pressure.
Benefits of Metal Braces
Here are a few of the ways metal braces from Dr. Bozner at Camellia Orthodontics can help you:
Increased Confidence
When you’re proud of your smile – it shows! One of the most exciting parts of orthodontic treatment is unveiling your newfound smile and seeing the confidence boost that comes with it.
Improved Function
Orthodontics is not just about straight teeth. It’s also important to ensure that your occlusion, or your “bite,” is correct.
A proper occlusion means that your upper and lower teeth meet correctly – just like the pieces of a puzzle. Good occlusion provides better function and helps to prevent wear of your teeth over time.
Better Oral Hygiene
Straighter teeth are easier to clean! When your teeth are no longer crowded or overlapping, you have better access to brush and floss. Closing gaps between your teeth can also prevent food traps, which also improves your oral health.
Dress Up Your Smile
Have fun with your braces! Both children and adults enjoy dressing up their smile for special occasions. Show support for your favorite sports team by wearing their colors or get into the spirit of the season with holiday colors.
You get to change your colors every time you come in for an adjustment, so feel free to get creative or tone it down as you like! You can even wear colors with clear braces for a look that really pops!
How to Find Out More
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