Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment:
Today, orthodontic treatment is simple, convenient, and affordable for patients of all ages. And an attractive smile is just one of the benefits. Orthodontic treatment results in correctly-aligned teeth that provide ideal jaw function and a great smile! Additionally, your teeth are easier to clean and more resistant to gum disease. Perhaps most importantly, orthodontic treatment almost always provides improved self confidence.

Adult Cosmetic Braces is a great alternative to veneer. You can have beautiful straight teeth in as little as six months.

What's A Smile Worth:
When you consider the cost of orthodontic treatment, also consider the lifelong benefits of a healthy, beautiful smile. Many of our patients and parents have said that orthodontics with Dr. Michiel is one of the best investments they have ever made. The actual cost will, of course, vary depending on the treatment required. We will be glad to discuss fees with you before treatment begins and design a payment plan that fits your budget. Our aim is to make quality orthodontic treatment affordable for everyone. If you have orthodontic insurance, we are happy to accept assignment of the benefits to help reduce your costs.

Types of Braces:

1 - Metal Braces
Metal braces (stainless steel) are the most popular type of braces used throughout the country. If you choose metal braces for your treatment plan, Dr. Michiel utilizes the most comfortable, efficient, and technologically advanced metal braces available.

Many patients enjoy having different colors placed on their braces as a means of personal expression and fun. Because it's so simple to change the colors, feel free to swap them at every visit.

2 - Clear Ceramic Braces
Clear ceramic braces are an aesthetic alternative for those who don't want their braces to show as much. Clear braces move your teeth in exactly the same way as metal braces do. Like metal braces, they are extremely comfortable to wear and very efficient at moving teeth.

3 - Invisalign
Invisalign straightens your teeth without wires and brackets, using a series of clear, customized, removable appliances called aligners. It's virtually undetectable, which means hardly anyone will know that you're straightening your teeth.

Clearly Different
The Invisalign System uses clear aligners that are designed to move your teeth in small steps gently. Your first step is to visit our office to determine if Invisalign is right for you. Impressions are made of your teeth and sent to Invisalign with instructions. Invisalign then makes a series of aligners to achieve the desired results. Each aligner is worn for about two weeks and only removed to eat, brush and floss. Each aligner moves your teeth a little closer to the desired result. Before you know it, you have the smile you've always dreamed of.

If you want to learn more about Invisalign and how it works, please visit the Invisalign Homepage.

To see if Invisalign can help you achieve the smile you've always wanted, call us at (559) 229-2288 to make an appointment"