- Bronte Family Orthodontics
- Dr. Manish Aggarwal
- Orthodontist
- 420 Bronte St.
- Suite 113
- Milton, Ontario
- L9T OH9
- (905) 878-5447
Braces 101
Metal Braces
These are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, these braces straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, you have the option of adding elastic ligatures ("donuts") in single or multi-colours to suit your fashion sense. Please see our Brace Painter link.
Ceramic
Ceramic braces are made of clear materials and are therefore less visible on your teeth than metal braces. For this reason, ceramic braces are used mainly on older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene as ceramic braces are larger and are more brittle than their metal counterparts. For these reasons, ceramic braces tend to be used more on upper front teeth than on lower teeth.
Invisible (Clear) Orthodontic Appliances
Invisalign®
No one can tell you are wearing Invisalign because it's invisible. The aligners are also removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment. Plus, brushing and flossing are less of a hassle. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment.