Am I a candidate for Invisalign or clear, braceless removable appliances?
Removable appliances can be utilized for many patients. They are especially good for patients whose back teeth are in reasonably good relation, whose problems are mainly in the area of the front teeth. Teenagers with all of their permanent teeth erupted are also candidates for these appliances. Go to our website link to Invisalign for more information. Can I have clear braces? We do have clear braces available. We also have gold and mini-silver. We have models and photos of patients that show the appliances in place. Can I have braces that go on the inside of the teeth? Our office has had training in the lingual or “invisible” braces. We feel that the length of treatment and length of appointment time precludes their use for most patients. Can I do braces on just my upper teeth? Just my lower teeth? Yes, sometimes it is possible. But most of the time, both arches must be treated. Are the records fees included in the total fee for braces? We take all records (panoramic X-ray, cephalomet
