The most common type of braces are made of high quality stainless steel. These braces are strong, durable and easy to maintain. Metal braces work along with metal wires to align the teeth. A fun option with these braces is the use of coloured elastics to hold the wires in place which creates a unique smile.

Also known as “clear” braces, ceramic braces are visually less prominent and therefore common with adults and older teens. These braces may require more attention and maintenance to arrange your teeth in their ideal position. Ceramic braces can be used on the upper teeth where esthetics is a primary concern, while metal braces are worn on the lower teeth where esthetics is not an issue.