El Paso Self-Ligating Clear Braces
Your Clear Path to an Empowered Smile
At Gross Orthodontics, we want you to have the best smile you can without sacrificing your self-confidence, and clear self-ligating braces are one of the best ways to get it.
Empower clear self-ligating braces use an innovative mechanism that lessens your treatment time and blends in with your natural smile.
All About Empower Clear Braces
At Gross Orthodontics, teen and adult patients love ceramic braces from Empower Clear. There are some reasons why this is the case, and while it has little to do with functionality, it has a lot to do with how they look.
Empower self-ligating clear braces function similarly to traditional braces by applying continuous pressure to move your teeth into their desired positions. However, their self-ligating technology and clear materials offer distinct advantages:
- Self-ligating clips: These clips replace traditional elastics, allowing the archwire to move more freely and reducing the need for frequent adjustments.
- Translucent ceramic brackets: The clear brackets blend with your teeth, providing a more discreet look compared to metal braces.
- Reduced friction: The self-ligating design reduces friction, which can lead to faster treatment times and enhanced comfort.
The Clear Reasons to Love Clear Braces
Choosing Empower self-ligating clear braces offers numerous benefits:
Discreet Appearance
The clear brackets blend in with your teeth, making them less noticeable than traditional metal braces.
Efficiency
The self-ligating technology can shorten treatment times and reduce the number of necessary adjustments.
Comfort
Less pressure on your teeth means a more comfortable experience throughout your treatment.
Improved Oral Hygiene
Without elastics, it’s easier to keep your teeth and braces clean, reducing the risk of plaque buildup and tooth decay.
How Do Ceramic Braces Work?
Empower Clear ceramic braces work exactly the same as metal braces. The only difference is they’re made out of a different material.
You’ll still have brackets placed on your molars to hold the braces in place and a set of wires that go across your teeth. The difference is that the brackets will be made from ceramic, and the wires, while still metal, have a white coating, so they stand out much less.
These wires put pressure on your teeth, slowly moving them into the correct position just like all-metal braces do.
The Differences of Ceramic Braces
The biggest difference in ceramic braces is that they’re much more difficult to see.
The ceramic material is close in color to your natural teeth, and with coated wires, the whole appliance blends in. This is especially beneficial to adults who do not want anyone to realize that they are wearing braces.
Ceramic braces function just like regular braces. They don’t take any longer to reposition your teeth and use the same gentle pressure.
Since the brackets are self-ligating, you’ll have fewer office visits and adjustments than with other options.
Who Should Get Ceramic Braces?
Ceramic braces can be an option for everyone, but we typically encourage only our adult patients to consider this material. With younger patients, the size of the ceramic brackets can be an issue. Because ceramic is also not as durable, young patients may also damage their braces more easily.
Get Started Today
If you’re considering clear braces, schedule a consultation with Gross Orthodontics in El Paso. Let us help you get the beautiful, confident smile you deserve with modern, efficient, and comfortable treatment options. Contact us today to learn more about our orthodontic services and begin your journey to a perfect smile!