No, hurt is not the right word. After they are placed, there is soreness for a few days, and after each adjustment,…

Yes, but you will need a special mouthguard, which we can make for you.

Yes. Dentists and orthodontists do different jobs, so you need to see both during treatment.

Yes, some foods will be off limits. We detail these at your appointment when braces are placed and on our website.

Yes, your oral hygiene will change a bit. Read about this on our Oral Hygiene page.

Some children require this to avoid surgery and tooth extractions later on. This is called early treatment, or two-phase treatment.

No, braces work on patients of all ages. Some things may be more complicated, but treatment is still possible.