Different Types of Braces for Teeth in Ontario

At Village Orthodontics in Ontario, we offer braces to suit all needs including clear and traditional. Our orthodontists are here to help transform your smile.

Clear (Ceramic) Braces in Ontario

Ceramic braces are made of clear materials and therefore are less visible on your teeth than metal braces.

For this reason, they are used mainly on older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns.

While they are visually less prominent, they require more attention to oral hygiene because ceramic braces are larger and more brittle than their metal counterparts.

For these reasons, ceramic braces tend to be used more on upper front teeth than on lower teeth.

Clear Aligners in Ontario

Clear aligners are a series of clear, removable, and comfortable acrylic trays that straighten your teeth like braces.

Not only are they clear, but they 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.

Lingual Braces

Lingual braces are hidden behind the teeth and are therefore not visible when you smile. They are 100% customized to match the shape of your teeth; the metal appliances are created uniquely for you. Lingual braces are a very reasonable option for athletes, models, actors/actresses, musicians who play wind instruments, and adult professionals.

Self-Ligating Braces

Self-ligating braces come with traditional metal, ceramic, or clear brackets. They are the same size as metal braces, but use a specialized clip in place of elastics to help the archwire guide teeth into place. The clip helps reduce the amount of pressure placed on the tooth, and requires fewer adjustments because there are no elastics to replace.

Traditional Metal Braces