Are Braces Right For Me?

How braces from you orthodontist in Folsom, California can help you

If you’ve thought about straightening your teeth and your smile, braces are a great choice for you. When you think about braces, it’s natural to think about the bulky, uncomfortable metal wires and brackets of old-school braces, but times have changed! Modern orthodontic treatment comes in many forms, all designed to give you the straight, beautiful smile you want. Dr. Shaina DiMariano at DiMariano Family Dentistry & Orthodontics in Folsom, California wants to help you decide which braces are right for you.

Braces will correct both functional and cosmetic issues with your smile. Your orthodontist in Folsom, California wants you to consider braces to correct problems like these:

• Straightening overlapped or crowded teeth
• Realigning a poor bite, restoring your chewing function
• Repositioning rotated or twisted teeth
• Closing the spaces between gapped or widely spaced teeth

Your orthodontist in Folsom, California offers several choices for your braces and she can help you decide the best option for your needs and budget. Consider:

• Conventional metal braces, which use ultra-thin metal wires and metal brackets
• Ceramic braces, which use tooth-colored ceramic or clear brackets and wires
• Lingual braces, which use brackets and wires attached to the back of your teeth

If you are hesitant about committing to braces, you can still straighten your smile with state-of-the-art clear plastic aligners from Invisalign. Your orthodontist in Folsom, California will create your aligners which you change out every two weeks for a new set. Your teeth straighten quickly and comfortably without braces. The entire Invisalign process takes 9 to 15 months.

Orthodontic treatment is a big decision and one you don’t have to make alone. No matter what treatment you choose, your orthodontist in Folsom, California knows all the tips and tricks to make your orthodontic experience comfortable and rewarding. If you are thinking about whether braces are right for you, it’s time to call Dr. Shaina DiMariano at DiMariano Family Dentistry & Orthodontics in Folsom, California. Get started on your straight and beautiful smile by calling today!