Traditional Braces – Derry, NH
Achieve a Straighter Smile and Even Bite
When you need to treat crooked teeth, malocclusions (or uneven bites) and overcrowding, traditional braces have been the go-to standard. They have been around as a concept for centuries, but Simply Orthodontics Derry as well as many other orthodontists have been proving their effectiveness for a very long time. We’re proud to be able to help families and individuals prevent severe oral complications later in life. If your child needs to solve misalignment, overbites, or another issue, please call our orthodontic office today for traditional braces in Derry, NH!
Expectations for Traditional Metal Braces
During your comprehensive exam, we’ll check all the structures of your mouth and confirm if any orthodontic issues are present. This will help us determine if metal braces are the most ideal treatment for your case. If so, we’ll schedule you for a later appointment to have the brackets and wires attached to your teeth. Prior to placing them, we’ll perform a very detailed cleaning and dry your enamel completely. Then, we’ll place bonding material so the brackets stay in place for many months to come. Next, an archwire is threaded through each bracket and then trimmed so no excess wire is present. Finally, a series of small elastic bands are wrapped around each bracket. You can customize the color of these bands any way you’d like.
Treatment Length for Traditional Braces
The length of your orthodontic treatment will vary depending on the severity of your dental issues. The amount of room available for teeth to shift as well as the distance your teeth need to travel are two of the most important factors we consider as they determine the success of your treatment. Additionally, good at-home oral hygiene and following your orthodontist’s instructions is essential. You will likely wear the braces for one to three years as this is often the case for most patients. After the braces come off, a retainer must be worn for at least 12 months so that teeth do not shift back.
How to Know if Traditional Braces are for You
We will determine if your child needs to have braces during their comprehensive exam. One of our highly trained orthodontists will provide you with a recommendation based on how severe your dental issues actually are. Whether it’s crooked and misaligned teeth or uneven bites or rotated teeth, we can fix them using traditional braces. However, if your case is more mild, we may recommend treatment that does not require as much time or as much of a commitment to complete. We’re happy to discuss these different options in greater detail based on what will best help your oral health and meet your personal preferences.
Understanding the Cost of Traditional Braces
Although it isn’t the only factor that goes into your decision, the cost is something that will naturally influence whether or not you get braces. Unfortunately, many patients are hesitant to even ask because they assume that it’s too expensive. Don’t worry – that’s not the case! Our team at Simply Orthodontics doesn’t just do our best to make understanding the cost simple, but we also offer several financial solutions to help you get the treatment you want at a price you can afford.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Traditional Braces
While braces may look the same, each treatment plan is completely customized to each patient. Before providing you with the cost, we will need to review a few important factors, including:
- How severe your misalignment is
- If you need one or both arches of teeth corrected
- The length of your orthodontic treatment
- If elastic bands, headgear, or space maintainers are needed
- How many follow-up appointments are needed
- Your age
Professional Braces vs. "DIY" Braces: Which Costs More?
Jumping straight to the point, “DIY” braces are not cheaper than professional braces when you consider both the short and long-term investment. That’s because the DIY route skips essential steps, like the initial exam. This can result in complications down the line, including worsened misalignment, which can be costly to correct. Therefore, it’s best to start with professional braces; it’s the best choice for your smile and wallet every time.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Braces?
There are some cases where dental insurance covers a portion of the cost of braces. If you are unsure if your benefits will cover your orthodontic treatment, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team so we can help. As an insurance-friendly orthodontic office, we can help you understand the fine print on your plan, discuss your benefits in detail, and file the claims on your behalf. Every step of the way, we will do what we can to make the process as simple as possible.
Options for Making Braces Affordable
Of course, dental insurance isn’t your only option. Our team is also proud to offer specials, like a free orthodontic consultation and retainers for life with our preferred plan. Plus, our patients can enjoy low monthly payment plans with Lending Point. If you’d like to learn more about any of these financial solutions or the cost of traditional braces, get in touch with us today!