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Metal Braces
Metal Braces in louisville, ky and shelbyville, ky
Metal braces are the most common type of braces for orthodontic patients. Today’s metal braces are much smaller, flatter, and more comfortable than in the past. Patients of all ages choose metal braces to help them achieve straight, beautiful smiles.
What Braces Are Made Of
Traditional metal braces are made of high quality stainless steel or titanium. The three main parts of your braces are:
Brackets — Brackets are attached to the teeth using special glue that bonds them to the tooth surface and holds them in place.
Archwire — The archwire is the thin metal wire that connects each bracket and puts pressure on the teeth to help guide them into place.
Ligature Elastic (also known as the “rubber bands”) — Elastics, or rubber bands, are the colored ties that hold the archwires to the brackets. Your orthodontist will change the elastics at each appointment. Elastics may come in a variety of colors.
How Braces Work
Once placed on your teeth, braces place constant pressure on your teeth, and the force of the pressure helps move teeth into proper position. At each appointment, your orthodontist may tighten the archwires. In addition to braces, some patients may need to wear rubber bands or headgear. Patients wearing braces may notice their teeth feeling a little loose. This is normal and temporary; once the teeth are done moving this feeling will go away.
Metal Braces For All Ages
Traditional metal braces are still the most popular, quickest, and most cost-effective orthodontic treatment available. Your orthodontist can help you determine what treatment is best for your individual case. Please contact our practice to schedule an appointment and learn more about how braces can enhance your smile.
Gold Braces
We now offer Gold Braces as an option for your customized treatment plan. Please ask our team today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Traditional metal braces offer unmatched durability, precise control, and cost-effectiveness, making them ideal for treating a wide variety of alignment and bite issues.
Yes. Today’s brackets are much smaller, smoother, and lighter than older designs, resulting in significantly less tissue irritation.
While metal brackets offer maximum strength, ceramic clear braces prioritize low visibility. Both provide excellent alignment results.
We offer metal braces at both of our convenient practices. Learn more on our dedicated pages for our orthodontist in Louisville, KY and Shelbyville locations.
While rare due to their durable construction, any unexpected issues can be resolved easily by following our guidelines for emergency care.
Our
Treatments
We offer various types of treatment for patients of all ages.We will customize your treatment to what best suits your orthodontic needs.
What Our Patients Say
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Ashley White
"Dr Zeh did his thing with my teeth honey . I get so many compliments on how straight and pretty my teeth is now 🥰 braces been off since may and I can’t stop admiring my new smile I stay cheesing 😁for no reason now 😂..." -
DANIEL J.
"Zeh Orthodontics is a place where everyone should get their braces done, from the front desk to the nurses and doctor, they are professional, fast, friendly, treat people with respect, and always make you feel at home. Their place is …" -
Julie Hembree
"Dr Zeh was a special orthodontist. He always made us glad we chose him and his office. Now his son is taking care of our next generation of kids and doing a fabulous job just like his dad. They are the best and so is the staff!" -
Cathy McClish
"I couldn't have picked a better Orthodontist for my kids. Dr. Zeh is an amazing doctor & person. Now that my kids are grown & their kids need braces, I'm back there taking them to see him as well. I highly recommend Dr. Zeh." -
Tisheena Curry
"Great place to come to! The staff is wonderful. Dr. Zeh is the best in town 🙌🏾 I double recommend for anyone to come here. My daughters braces came off today and her teeth are gorgeous 😍. Thank you Dr. Zeh!!!"
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