Braces

Braces College Point, NY

Braces can give you the straight, healthy and attractive smile that you have always wanted! Braces are an excellent treatment option for nearly everyone and are highly effective in moving your teeth into their optimal positions. To schedule a consultation with our experienced dentist, Dr. Tanya Vlacancich, and learn more about braces in College Point and Whitestone, New York, contact our office today at 718-747-0020.

Braces are an orthodontic treatment option that can help you achieve a smile that is straighter and healthier. One of the most common orthodontic treatments available, braces work to improve your smile by gradually, gently realigning your teeth. Braces consist of a system of metal brackets, wires and bands. The brackets are attached to the front of your teeth and are connected to each other through the use of a metal wire and bands. As we adjust the wire, the braces guide your teeth to their ideal positions in your smile. Ceramic braces are also often available, which are the same color as your teeth for a more discreet orthodontic option.

If you have ever wanted your smile to be straighter and more attractive, braces may be right for you. With braces, we are able to correct orthodontic issues such as:

Crowded teeth
Gapped teeth
Misaligned teeth
Problems with the bite, including crossbite, open bite, underbite and overbite

During your treatment, you will visit our office on a regular basis so we can make sure that your braces are adjusted as needed to continue progressing toward a straighter, healthier smile. Our skilled College Point dentist and team will help you reach all of your oral health and appearance goals through personalized, high-quality care. To learn more about braces, please contact our office today.

Types of Braces

Our experienced dentist and team provide several types of braces in College Point and Whitestone, New York, to meet your orthodontic needs. During your initial consultation, we will review your options and help you determine which type of braces is right for you. Call us today at 718-747-0020 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Tanya Vlacancich and learn more about the types of braces available at our office.

There are various types of braces available today. This helps ensure that we can find the treatment that is right for you. The three most common types of braces are:

Metal Braces — This is the most common type of braces. Metal braces are made of high-grade stainless steel, and thanks to advances in technology and materials, they are now smaller, more comfortable and more attractive than ever before.
Ceramic (Clear) Braces — Ceramic braces are made of a translucent material that is virtually clear. This makes them popular among our patients, especially adults, who are interested in maintaining a more natural-looking aesthetic during treatment. The drawback to ceramic braces, however, is that they are more fragile, and the elastic ties may become discolored between visits to our office.
Clear Aligners — Invisalign®, ClearCorrect and other similar treatment options are clear aligner systems that use custom-made plastic trays to gradually move your teeth to their proper positions. These aligners are designed through computer simulation to ensure optimal results. Because clear aligner therapy is a nearly invisible way to straighten your teeth, it is a very popular treatment among adult and adolescent patients who would like a more discreet treatment option.

During your initial visit with our team, we will help you determine which type of braces would best meet your personal needs and preferences. For more information and to schedule your consultation, call us today.

Invisalign and the Invisalign logo, among others, are trademarks of Align Technology, Inc., and are registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Looking to straighten your smile or correct other orthodontic issues? Contact Tanya Vlacancich, DDS today to schedule a consultation and see if braces are right for you! Call our College Point, NY dental office at 718-747-0020 now.