Treatments

Braces

Traditional metal braces are commonly used here at Defay Orthodontics. We utilize the highest quality metal brackets that are made of stainless steel and are more effective than ever before. Due to the unique design of our bracket system, we are able to have the greatest control of the position of your teeth while using the lightest forces possible.

If you want the benefits that come with traditional braces, but are concerned about cosmetics, then ceramic braces are for you! Ceramic braces are made from transparent materials, which makes them less visible on your teeth. Many of our teenage and adult patients have these brackets and love that you can barely see them. Our Clarity™ advanced bracket is sure to give you the results you want to achieve.

TADs are a new advanced technology in orthodontics that is used in correlation with braces to help move teeth in more effective ways, allowing the best results possible. They’re made with small titanium-alloy screws that enable orthodontists to perform very difficult tooth movements predictably and effectively.

Aligner Treatment

Aligner treatment in orthodontics offers a discreet and convenient way to straighten teeth using clear, removable trays. This technology allows for precise, customized tooth movement without the need for traditional braces. With aligners, patients enjoy a comfortable and effective treatment option that fits seamlessly into their lifestyle.

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. Invisalign is a wonderful option, especially for those who may have previously had braces but have had changes in their smile they want to improve.

Invisalign^® Teen aligners, similar to standard Invisalign, are removable, virtually invisible trays. However, they’re equipped with a Blue Dot Wear Indicator to show how long each aligner has been worn. Invisalign for teens also comes with six free replacement aligners in case some are lost or broken, and other changes are designed to accommodate growing mouths.

Children’s Orthodontics

It is a common misconception that children should lose all of their baby teeth before visiting the orthodontist. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends age seven as the optimal time to spot any jaw or eruption issues that could otherwise go unseen. All evaluations and growth checks are complimentary!

Dr. Defay will continue to monitor your child’s development and growth every 6-9 months. This will help him to properly understand your child’s facial patterns, bite, and symmetry. Through x-rays and exams, Dr. Defay will be able to pinpoint the best time to begin treatment, resulting in more efficient treatment times and possibly avoiding more invasive and costly procedures.

Teen Orthodontics

The time has arrived! You have a teen who is aware and conscious of their teeth and smile. During the adolescent years, the permanent teeth erupt and are ready to be aligned. There are also still growth years available for us to utilize in order to give your teen the optimal result and bite!

Metal braces are the traditional type of braces for teen orthodontic patients. Today’s metal braces are much smaller, flatter, and more comfortable than before. For those teens looking for a less noticeable option, we also offer Clear Ceramic Braces. Additionally, our state-of-the-art Advanced Clarity braces provide the strength and predictability needed to provide you and your teen with the results and experience you deserve!

While the majority of our younger teen patients opt for braces as their preferred treatment modality, we see many older teens and active teens choosing removable clear aligners as their treatment of choice.

Adult Orthodontics

At Defay Orthodontics, we treat adult patients of all ages. Orthodontic treatment at later stages in life can dramatically improve your personal appearance and self-confidence. Improving the health of your teeth and gums is equally important.

Crooked teeth and a bad bite can contribute to gum and bone loss, tooth decay, and abnormal tooth enamel and surface wear. Good news! Our new techniques and appliances significantly reduce discomfort levels, decrease the frequency of visits, shorten treatment time, and may allow you to choose from several options.

A large percentage of our patients are adults, and they agree that it’s never too late to improve their greatest asset – their smile!

Technology

We use only the best technology to ensure you receive the best smile!

With the iTero Impressionless Scanner, we are now able to complete your treatment without the goopy impressions! That means no impressions, at all, ever!

With 3D printing, your orthodontic treatment is done entirely in our practice. For our patients, this means more comfortable, better-fitting appliances and retainers, with fewer visits and shorter wait times.

In an all-digital environment, Dr. Defay can save you many visits, unneeded discomfort in treatment, and shed months (years in some cases!) off your overall treatment time.