What Are Clear Ceramic Braces?
Clear ceramic braces work like traditional metal braces, but the brackets are made from high-grade ceramic that blends more naturally with your teeth. They are bonded to the front of your teeth, and a tooth-colored or frosted archwire applies gentle, steady pressure to guide your teeth into better alignment.
Ceramic braces are a popular option for teens and adults in Kissimmee who want effective orthodontic treatment with a less noticeable appearance than metal braces.
Are Clear Ceramic Braces Right For You?
Aesthetic Focus
Ideal for professionals, public speakers, and image-conscious teens who want effective treatment without the look of dark metal brackets.
Complex Alignments
A strong option for patients who want a discreet look but have bite or crowding issues that clear aligners can’t easily or effectively fix.
Stain Resistance
Modern ceramic brackets are engineered to resist discoloration from food and drinks, keeping your smile bright and clean throughout treatment.
Advanced Material & Comfort
Smooth, Durable Ceramic Brackets
Our clear brackets are crafted from polycrystalline material that is not only exceptionally tough but also ultra-smooth. The edges are rounded and smoothed down to minimize any friction against your inner lips and cheeks, offering a significantly more comfortable experience compared to older styles of brackets.
Complete Control Over Tooth Movement
Unlike removable clear trays, ceramic braces give Dr. Kendrick complete, continuous 3D control over the movement of your tooth roots. This means your teeth are guided into place with maximum safety and structural stability, giving you a gorgeous smile that functions perfectly for life.
The Ceramic Braces Process
- Free Consultation & Digital Scan — Dr. Kendrick evaluates your smile and maps out a personalized treatment plan.
- Custom Bracket Bonding — each ceramic bracket is precisely placed and bonded to the front of your teeth.
- Progress Appointments — quick visits to our Kissimmee office every 6–8 weeks to adjust the archwire and keep your teeth moving.
- Braces Removal — once your teeth are properly aligned, the brackets are gently removed to reveal your new smile.
- Custom Retainer — a retainer is crafted to help keep your teeth in their new positions.
Do Clear Ceramic Braces Stain?
Modern ceramic brackets are designed to resist stains and stay close to their natural clear appearance. The clear elastic ties that hold the archwire can pick up color from coffee, tea, red wine, mustard, or other dark foods and drinks, but these ties are replaced at adjustment visits.
Clear Ceramic Braces FAQs
Have questions about clear ceramic braces? Here are a few common questions we hear from patients and parents in Kissimmee.
Yes. Ceramic braces use the same bracket-and-wire system as metal braces and can correct crowding, spacing, and bite problems with a more discreet appearance.
Ceramic brackets are designed to resist staining. The clear elastic ties can pick up color from coffee, tea, red wine, mustard, or other dark foods and drinks, but they are replaced at adjustment visits.
Treatment time varies by case. Many patients complete orthodontic treatment in about 18–24 months, and Dr. Kendrick will give you a personalized estimate at your consultation.
Ceramic braces typically cost slightly more than traditional metal braces because of the advanced bracket material. Our team can review your insurance benefits and payment options at your consultation.
Many insurance plans include orthodontic benefits, but coverage varies by plan. Our team can review your benefits and explain your payment options.
Schedule a free consultation at our Kissimmee office. Dr. Kendrick will evaluate your teeth, bite, and smile goals and recommend the best treatment option.
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