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Types of Braces

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Everybody wants a straight, glowing smile that they can feel comfortable sharing with the world. Most people are not born with straight teeth but instead, need to invest time and money into achieving this dream smile. Braces are the tried and true method of straightening out teeth. They have been around for decades and still deliver great results for kids, teens, and adults looking to fix orthodontic issues. With modern advances in braces technology, there are now plenty of options on the market to customize your braces experience. At NC Tooth Docs Orthodontics & Kids Dentistry, keeping our patients comfortable during treatment while yielding satisfactory results is our number one priority. If you think you or your child may be a candidate for braces, the best way to confirm is simply by coming in for a consultation. At our practice, we are proud to serve patients of all ages in the Huntersville area. It truly is never too late to invest in your smile!

Getting Started

During your first appointment, one of our team members will use our in-house iTero digital scanner to render 2D and 3D digital images of your maxillofacial area. This allows the orthodontist better to assess the position of the jaw and teeth and make an informed diagnosis. The iTero scanner takes the place of the annoying putty and trays that everyone hates, so we can comfortably understand the orthodontic issues that are unique to each patient. Some issues that may require braces include overbites, underbites, crossbites, overcrowding, and spacing. Depending on the severity of your diagnosis, your treatment can take anywhere from 16-24 months.

Picking The Right Braces For You

At NC Tooth Docs Orthodontics & Kids Dentistry, we offer three types of braces: traditional metal braces, Iconix aesthetic braces, and Clarity clear braces. All of these types of braces work similarly but differ in their appearance. We strive to include patients in the decision-making process when it comes to braces, which is why we continue to offer a range of braces at affordable prices. We have found that giving our patients the power to choose which treatment works best with their lifestyle and preferences truly helps make treatment more fun and enjoyable!

Traditional Metal Braces

Most people are familiar with traditional metal braces. This type of braces utilizes metal brackets that are glued to the teeth with non-toxic cement and connected with metal wires. Your orthodontist will need to manually tighten the wires every 4-6 weeks based on how quickly your teeth move to keep treatment progressing at a good pace.

Iconix Aesthetic Braces

Iconix braces still use metal brackets, but they are made up of either gold or champagne-colored stainless steel. These brackets mimic the natural color of teeth so that the braces are less noticeable to others. Iconix braces are a great option for adults or anyone in the public sphere who may not want to draw attention to their orthodontic treatment.

Clarity Clear Braces

Clarity clear braces are also designed to give a less noticeable appearance while undergoing braces treatment. Clarity braces use a ceramic material for the brackets instead of metal. Clarity braces are another excellent option for adults or anyone in the public sphere who may not want to draw attention to their orthodontic treatment.

Pricing

At NC Tooth Docs Orthodontics & Kids Dentistry, we want to make braces treatment accessible to everyone. All forms of braces that we offer come at the same price point so that you never need to sacrifice your preferences to get a better deal. We even offer Invisalign at the same rate as braces so that everyone can feel comfortable on their journey to their dream smile! If braces or Invisalign have been on your mind, please feel free to contact NC Tooth Docs Orthodontics & Kids Dentistry to take your first step to a beautiful, healthy smile.

Our commitment to beautiful smiles doesn’t just stop at low rates. We are proud to offer discounts to military personnel, teachers, and patients who pay in full for their treatment. We are in-network with all PPO insurance plans, which can cut down the cost of treatment by thousands of dollars in certain instances. If you feel more comfortable with a monthly payment plan, we are able to draft a customized plan that works for you! We keep down payments low and have 0% in-house financing so that everyone is able to get the quality care that they need.

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This is the best dentist office. The nurses and doctor connect with the children so well. The energy is unmatched! I am a happy customer 😊
Chevelle H.
Very caring - professional - honest - clean environment - budget friendly prices - I am very grateful for this place!!! :)
Daniella T.
Beautiful environment! Everyone was nice and kind, would refer anyone looking for a nice friendly dental care!
Queen V.
What an amazing place with some of the nicest workers!!! Each and every person was so nice and friendly as soon as we walked in the door. From then on everything just got better. Marlee was... absolutely incredible! She showed my daughter every tool, every single thing she was doing and she explained it all to her. This was my daughter's first visit and when leaving she asked when she can go back. Dr Amanda was also so super nice!!! It really was a fantastic visit- I highly recommend!!!read more
Danielle D.
Замечательная стоматологическая клиника для детей. Все очень добрые и отзывчивые. Девочки на front desk всегда вежливые, всегда улыбаются. Ассистенты и доктора прекрасно общаются с... ребенком. Визит к дантисту и ортодонту у них просто как праздник. Клиника принимает Medicaid. Рекомендую 100%.read more
Viktoriia L.
This place is absolutely AMAZING. They make the parents and the children feel comfortable. Everyone is super friendly and I would recommend them to everyone!
Johnnikka A.
They where sweet and so clear with what my children needed and took there time it was really a great experience and very clean and professional
Aenecia B.
Great experience my kids loved it. Totally would recommend.
Mercedes N.
Both of my kids have been going here and they love it. They are great people and they make sure my kids are comfortable and safe.
Gabby T.
A great place! Very friendly, knowledgeable, and the whole staff is great with kids!
Ashley H.
Very knowledgeable staff and friendly. Great service
Santos R
My son has now had two visits here, each visit was very comforting to him. They made him feel relaxed and less anxious. Such a pleasant & fast staff, I would definitely recommend.
Melisa W.
It was our first visit today but we will definitely return, the staff here are kind and my child felt very comfortable.
Jessi W.
Omg, I love this practice! We moved to the area a little over 2 years ago and tried 2 other well rated dentist offices before, but this practice was THEE perfect fit for my littles who are... on the spectrum and have varying sensory levels.Dr. Amanda and her staff are beyond professional, patient, kind, and you can tell she and her team have put so much thought and skill behind making the office a warm and inviting environment for children to get the best visits without fear or feeling too rushed nor waiting too long. The front waiting room has many toys, a clean restroom, and tv suited for children, the treatment areas have all new seating and equipment that is perfectly sized for little ones, with decor and tools to match. From the flavors of cleaning paste to the post checkup care bags, they take time to think of each patient and his or her little needs regarding oral hygiene and that child’s personality as each visit so far has had new and different dental focused toys and care items, as well as something fun that isn’t just the typical candy 🍬 or random sticker. Making appointments, modifying insurance, and communicating with the office has also been super duper easy, quick and hassle free.I also appreciated seeing them at the local children’s museum for the community event for all the area Kindergarteners!If you are looking for a long term dental practice for your kiddos, this is absolutely the place to go!Thank y’all and see you in 6 months 🪥🦷read more
Jazzmen P.
My son loved it!! Definitely recommend this office
The L.
If you want your children to like going to the dentist take them here! Dr. Amanda and her team are phenomenal; they explained things to my daughter in terms she understood. The dental... assistant made her feel comfortable with all the tools she was using. The online scheduling team was very helpful, as was the front desk she’s very friendly & accommodating. I wholeheartedly recommend this office! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️read more
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