Traditional Braces.

Traditional braces use fixed brackets and archwires to move teeth into a healthier, better-aligned position — planned around your actual dental fitness, the same way every treatment here is.

Traditional metal braces on a smile — **Traditional braces** — fixed brackets and an archwire move teeth into a healthier, better-aligned position.

Labeled illustration of the parts of fixed braces — bracket, archwire, ligature — **The parts of fixed braces** — brackets, archwire, and ligatures work together to guide each tooth into place.

A full intraoral photo series used in orthodontic evaluation — **Orthodontic evaluation** — a full series of intraoral views documents how the teeth meet, so alignment and bite can be planned and tracked before braces begin.

Traditional braces are fixed orthodontic appliances: small brackets bonded to each tooth, connected by an archwire that is adjusted over time to guide teeth into alignment and correct the bite. Because they are fixed and fully controlled by the clinician, they remain a dependable option for comprehensive alignment and more complex bite cases — where clear aligners may be better suited to milder ones. Brackets are available in metal or tooth-colored ceramic.

As with the rest of the practice, orthodontic treatment is planned prevention-first: active decay, gum inflammation, or other biology is addressed before or alongside tooth movement, because alignment lasts longest on a healthy foundation. The right approach — traditional braces, clear aligners, or referral when appropriate — is decided together at the consult, with clear options and no pressure.

Watch: How Braces Work: Elements of Orthodontic Treatment (3D)

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