Orthodontic FAQs

Only you and Dr. Su can determine whether braces are right for you. However, there are many reasons you might benefit from braces.

If you have crooked teeth, a misaligned bite, or suffer from chronic headaches or sleep apnea, braces are the right choice for you! Schedule your free consultation with Su Smiles Orthodontics to learn more!

During your free consultation, Dr. Su will conduct an exam and use diagnostic imaging technology to determine the health of your tooth structure and whether orthodontic treatment is right for you.

Orthodontic treatments usually involve the use of appliances like braces, space maintainers or jaw repositioning devices.

• Metal Braces – These are traditional braces most often seen in children and teenagers. Metal braces are the most affordable treatment option and use a system of brackets and wires to move the teeth over time.
• Invisalign – This modern orthodontic treatment is highly popular among adults who want to straighten their smiles discreetly. Invisalign orthodontics is a system of customized plastic trays that you wear day and night, except for when you're eating, brushing, and flossing. You'll switch out the invisible trays every couple of weeks until we achieve your desired results.
• Brius Independent Movers – These metal braces attach to the backs of the teeth and are not visible to other people.
• Ceramic Braces – These braces work like traditional metal braces, except that the brackets bonded to the teeth are made of ceramic. This material helps prevent staining, and it can also be color-matched to blend with the teeth.

Orthodontic treatment comes with a learning curve—but don’t worry. It will pay off soon!

Depending on your treatment plan, you might have certain dietary restrictions. Some foods, such as hard, sticky and chewy foods, can harm braces and damage the brackets and wires. You will also need to make frequent office visits to have wires tightened.

There are no dietary restrictions if you have Invisalign, as the orthodontic trays are fully removable when eating. You’ll also be able to switch to a new Invisalign tray every few weeks without visiting your orthodontist.

Yes, you need to see an orthodontist. You may have heard of the mail-order aligner trays from companies like SmileDirect Club, but the best way to make sure you get the results you desire is by visiting an expert in maxillofacial problems.

Similarly, a dentist won’t be able to align your smile the way an orthodontist can. Dr. Su has spent years in school learning how to align each unique smile — that means he is your go-to expert for straight smiles!