Braces for Teens in Calgary
Among our teen patients at Surrideo Orthodontics, getting braces is often an exciting milestone.
Many teens look forward to seeing their smiles transform, and parents know they’re investing in their child’s long-term confidence and oral health.
Today’s braces are more comfortable, streamlined, and customizable than ever. To help teens who are concerned about the appearance of braces feel more comfortable with their orthodontic treatment, we offer self-ligating and clear (ceramic) Damon™ braces.
Self-ligating braces eliminate the need for rubber bands to hold the wire in place, making the brackets appear less bulky, whereas translucent braces are equipped with tooth coloured ceramic brackets instead of metal to provide a more subtle appearance.
Orthodontic Treatment During the Teen Years
Orthodontic treatment between the ages of 12 and 18 is designed to guide the healthy development of teens' smiles. Braces may be part of your teen's orthodontic treatment at Surrideo Orthodontics.
Learn More About Orthodontics for TeensThe Benefits of Braces for Teenagers
With the availability of Spark or Invisalign clear aligners, you may be wondering why we still feel that braces are the best treatment option for many teenagers. Here are a few reasons that, for many teens, braces are the ideal option.
Versatility
Every teenager's smile is unique. Braces can provide the optimal, multidirectional force needed to resolve almost any misalignment, no matter how complicated. From minor tooth and bite realignments to rotating and lengthening teeth, braces have the strength to get the job done.
Consistency
Braces are fixed to the teeth and cannot be removed, making them an ideal way to help ensure that your teen's treatment milestones are met and treatment is completed as fast as possible. No cheating, no breaks, just consistent, effective orthodontic care.
Aesthetics
Thanks to continuous advancements in design, modern braces now come in a range of styles. Self-ligating and translucent braces offer a more discreet appearance than traditional metal braces.
Braces Treatment at Surrideo Orthodontics
Orthodontic braces straighten teeth using a combination of brackets, elastic bands, and wires.
But today's braces aren't the clunky, uncomfortable face-full-of-metal that you might be picturing from decades ago.
Modern braces are more streamlined and more comfortable than ever before.