Before you go any further, you should know that invisible, clear braces are not for everyone. They are only for adults with specific tooth movements. Certain alignments will have to be handled with more traditional braces.

Choices

Invisalign©

invisalign clear braces

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This is the brand of clear braces most will be familiar with. They are designed and fitted to adjust your teeth while showing the most minimal amount with their clear design.

Ceramic Braces

These are more like the traditional braces but with clear ceramic material contacting the teeth, reducing the amount of visible metal on the teeth.

Cost

ceramic clear bracesThe factors that determine the cost of getting braces, not just clear braces, are amount of work, experience of dentist, area and choice of procedure or brace style. For most in the United States, you can expect to pay anywhere between $4,000 to $12,000 in 2009.

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Maintenance

As with your teeth, the clear braces will need to be cleaned and periodically adjusted. Your dentist will give you a schedule for maintenance. Below is a good video on cleaning the clear braces.

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6 Responses to “Clear Braces – What are the Choices and Cost?”

  1. Tanya Says:
    September 3rd, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    It’s amazing how much braces have improved over the years. I wish they had these when I was younger.
  2. Invisalign Says:
    January 6th, 2010 at 12:01 pm

    Invisalign is become much more popular among adults who always wanted to straighten their teeth without metal train tracks on their teeth.
  3. Dentist Lake Worth Says:
    February 17th, 2010 at 2:42 am

    The advances made in Orthodontics are advantageous particularly to hesitant people who need treatment.
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  6. FtWorth Orthodontics Says:
    June 22nd, 2010 at 6:15 pm

    Clear braces such as Invisalign are a great alternative to traditional braces when minor correction is needed. However, it is important to note that the patient must be willing/able to wear them the majority of the time (20-22 hours per day).

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