Clear Braces | Riverhead & East Hampton
See-Through Strength
Clear braces at Facing the Future Orthodontics combine the strength of traditional braces and the discreet look of clear aligners to give you an orthodontic treatment that flies under the radar.
Align Your Smile Clearly
Clear braces — or ceramic braces — are a perfect treatment solution if you’re looking for an orthodontic treatment that’s modern and effective and blends easily into your lifestyle.
How Clear Braces Work
Just like metal braces, clear braces use brackets and archwires to slowly align your teeth into a straighter, healthier smile.
The difference? Clear braces use barely noticeable ceramic brackets to give you a see-through option for your smile journey.
These ceramic brackets also have curved edges that are smoother than metal ones to reduce irritation so your smile journey is not only more stylish — but supremely comfortable as well.
The Damon System
Our ceramic braces aren’t your run-of-the-mill treatment. At Facing the Future Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer Damon Clear self-ligating braces.
Unlike traditional braces, our Damon Clear braces use self-ligating brackets that don’t require elastic ties.
Instead, these brackets use a built-in sliding mechanism to hold the archwire in place, which reduces friction and allows your teeth to more comfortably and efficiently slide into alignment.
Damon Clear self-ligating brackets are also much smaller than traditional clear brackets, so you’ll have a treatment that takes invisibility to the next level.
The Damon Clear Edge
Damon clear braces give you a faster, more comfortable ride to your new smile than traditional braces do. Let’s take a closer look at some of the benefits of these self-ligating clear braces:
Quicker Treatment
All smiles are different — and so are their treatment times — but with Damon clear braces, you’ll experience faster results than you would with other treatments.
The Damon system has been proven to treat your smile more quickly and require fewer visits to our office than traditional braces. This means you’ll have more time to live your life and enjoy your new smile.
Confidence Boost
Your ceramic braces blend into your teeth to make your treatment way less noticeable. By getting the best of both worlds, you have strength and discretion on your side.
With less of a focus on your braces, you can feel confident flashing off a smile in progress. It’s like practicing for when you have your new smile!
Comfortable Movement
You can feel the difference with clear braces at Facing the Future. Our modern technology uses light and gentle forces on your teeth to move them comfortably and freely, reducing discomfort.
Clear Versus Metal
When deciding on a treatment option, you may notice some “clear” advantages with ceramic braces.
However, both metal and clear braces function similarly to straighten your teeth and offer their own benefits depending on your smile needs.
Let’s take a look to see which option may work best for you:
- If you want a discreet treatment option: Clear braces are harder to spot during treatment than metal braces. So if you’re self-conscious about others noticing your treatment — or you just need a less noticeable option for your professional or personal life — then ceramic braces may be the option for you.
- If you have more complex smile needs: Ceramic and metal braces use the same methods to straighten your smile, but metal braces are slightly stronger and can handle more complex adjustments. For tough alignments, Dr. Vic or Dr. Hailey may recommend metal braces.
Of course, the best way to determine the right option for your smile woes is to schedule your free consultation today to discuss the best path to your new smile.
The Clear, Comfortable Option
Opting in for Damon Clear self-ligating braces puts you first and lets your smile shine throughout treatment. Let’s look at what to expect when you step into our Riverhead or East Hampton office.
Your First Visit
When you come in for your initial consultation, you become a part of the family. After a full walkthrough of our office and introductions to our team, it’s time to get to know you and your smile.
Your Exam
No studying is required here! We review your smile in detail, gathering advanced digital images and X-rays so we have a thorough understanding of your bite and jaw.
Your Questions
Your first visit is perfect for letting us know about any questions you might have. It’s our job to ensure you’re comfortable and knowledgeable about your treatment and your smile.
Your Treatment
After we’ve examined your smile and taken into account your goals, needs, and lifestyle, Dr. Vic or Dr. Hailey craft a tailored treatment plan that is the perfect fit for you.