Jaqueline Gachallan

DIFFERENT TYPES OF BRACES Types of Braces Pros Cons Metal Braces/ Traditional Braces Least expensive type ; collored bands Most noticable type of braces These are metal brackets and wires gives a kid to express themselves. Average Cost $3000-$7000 that align and straighten teeth also position person's bite. Braces fix gaps. Ceramic Braces Ceramic braces have brackets made Less noticable than metal braces,move More expensive than metal braces of ceramic or porcelain or in some teeth much faster than clear plastic Brackets can stain easily if patients cases plastic. aligners. don't care for them well. Invisible from outside Difficult to clean; more expensive; $4000-$8000 Lingual Braces Lingual braces are the same as traditional metal braces, execpt that the brackets and not appropriate for severe cases; wires are placed on the inside of teeth. can be more unconfortable at first; $8000-$10000 regular adjustments take longer and are more difficult than with traditional braces. Invisalign Braces Invisalign braces consist of a series of 18-30 Almost invisible. custom made, mouth guard-like clear plastic Patients can eat and drink whatever they more expensive option;can be easily lost aligners. The aligners are removable and are want. replaceable every two weeks. Will not work for serious dental problem; and costly to replace;treatment may potentialy take longer. $4000-$7400