Fixed Braces

A fixed brace is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of orthodontic treatment.

They are the traditional brace that are fixed to the front of the teeth and are usually decorated with fun colours.

Fixed braces are made by securing brackets to the teeth, with a specialized glue. These can be made from metal, plastic or ceramic. Once these are in place, we attach a flexible wire to the brackets, which is tightened to help shift teeth into the correct position over time.
On average, treatment with fixed braces lasts around 18 to 24 months, with 6 to 12 weekly check ups so we can monitor your progress and adjust the braces when needed. This ensures that the braces are always in action, because we aren’t wearing them for fun. We want results.

These are as standard, a mix of high grade medical stainless steel and small amounts of other metals, which appear silver in colour. To personalise and make them more fun, the elastics that hold the wire on to the brackets come in different colours that can be changed at each appointment.

Other variations of fixed braces can be found in ‘Specialty Braces’ and ‘ Discreet Braces’.