Braces in Houston, TX
Braces have been transforming smiles for centuries, and Houston has always been a city that embraces innovation—orthodontics included! The process remains simple: gentle, consistent pressure moves teeth into alignment, creating a healthier, more confident smile. But today, Houston patients have access to the most advanced, comfortable, and stylish orthodontic options available.
From traditional metal braces to clear ceramic options, modern orthodontics offers something for everyone. For patients needing a little extra help, palatal expanders can gently widen the jaw for improved alignment, while Twinkles dental jewelry lets you add a unique Houston-style flair to your smile. Whether you're gearing up for a big presentation in Downtown Houston, smiling for game-day photos at NRG Stadium, or simply looking to boost your confidence, Bright Orthodontics has the tools and expertise to make your perfect smile a reality.
At Bright Orthodontics, we’re proud to serve Houston with cutting-edge orthodontic care. No matter your age or dental needs, our team is here to help you achieve a straighter, brighter smile—Texas style!
Traditional Metal Braces
Clear (Ceramic) Braces
Self-Ligating Braces
Gold
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Traditional Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, you have the option of adding colored elastics (rubber bands) for a more unique and colorful smile.
Self-Ligating Braces
Self-ligating braces are made from the same materials as traditional braces. However, self-ligating braces do not require the use of elastics, meaning fewer appointments and less friction being placed on the tooth. 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 being placed on the tooth, and requires fewer adjustments because there are no elastics to replace.
Clear (Ceramic) Braces
Ceramic braces are made of clear materials and are therefore less visible on your teeth than metal braces. For this reason, ceramic braces are used mainly on older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene as ceramic braces are larger and are more brittle than their metal counterparts. For these reasons, ceramic braces tend to be used more on upper front teeth than on lower teeth.
Gold Braces
They are popular with patients of all ages! One-piece bracket system. Real 24K gold plating makes brackets significantly brighter than competing bracket systems. Resistant to wear, peeling and chipping.