Braces in Clearwater, FL
Straighten Your Smile with Trusted Orthodontic Solutions
Braces remain one of the most effective and time-tested solutions for correcting crooked, crowded, or misaligned teeth. At Prime Dental Care in Clearwater, we offer modern metal braces for children, teens, and adults who want a healthier, more confident smile.
Today’s braces are more comfortable, lower-profile, and efficient than ever before. Whether you're dealing with a complex bite issue or simply looking to straighten your smile, Dr. Nan Zhong provides personalized orthodontic treatment plans tailored to your goals.
Why Choose Prime Dental Care for Braces?
- Personalized treatment planning with digital diagnostics
- Advanced brackets and wires for more efficient movement
- Comprehensive care from a dentist experienced in orthodontics and facial aesthetics
- Family-friendly practice treating children, teens, and adults
- Flexible financing options and convenient scheduling, including Saturdays
We also offer alternatives to traditional braces, including Invisalign, clear aligners, and Six Month Smiles, depending on your age, lifestyle, and goals.
Who Can Benefit from Braces?
Braces are ideal for addressing a wide range of orthodontic concerns, including:
- Crowded or overlapping teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite
- Misaligned jaw or bite-related issues
- Teeth shifting after previous orthodontic work
If your child is showing signs of orthodontic issues early, we also offer HealthyStart early orthodontics to guide jaw development and prevent future alignment problems.
What to Expect with Braces
- Consultation and Evaluation:
Dr. Zhong will perform a thorough exam, take digital X-rays and impressions, and recommend a treatment plan based on your needs and bite function. - Placement of Braces:
Brackets are bonded to the teeth and connected by a thin wire that is gradually adjusted to move teeth into their correct positions. - Adjustment Visits:
You’ll return every 4–6 weeks for adjustments and progress checks. These visits help ensure steady, healthy tooth movement. - Retention and Follow-Up:
After braces, we provide custom retainers to maintain your results and prevent teeth from shifting.
Braces typically require 12–24 months of treatment, depending on case complexity.
Benefits of Braces
- Proven and effective for complex cases
- Reliable for all age groups
- Supports long-term oral health and jaw alignment
- Improves both function and appearance
- May reduce the need for future dental interventions
Straight teeth are easier to clean and maintain, reducing the risk of cavities, gum disease, and uneven tooth wear. Many of our patients choose to enhance their results with teeth whitening or cosmetic bonding after orthodontic care.
Schedule a Braces Consultation in Clearwater
Are braces only for kids and teens?
No. Many adults benefit from braces, especially if they didn’t have orthodontic care as children or if their teeth have shifted over time.
How long will I need to wear braces?
Treatment typically lasts 12 to 24 months, depending on the severity of misalignment and how well you follow your care plan.
Do braces hurt?
You may feel some discomfort after adjustments, but this is temporary. We provide guidance on managing any soreness during the initial adjustment period.
What foods should I avoid with braces?
Avoid sticky, hard, or crunchy foods that can damage wires or brackets. We’ll give you a full list of foods to avoid and tips for care.
How do I pay for braces?
We offer flexible financing through CareCredit and Sunbit. Our Prime Smile Club can also help with routine preventive care during orthodontic treatment.
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Schedule a Braces Consultation in Clearwater
Ready to achieve a straighter, healthier smile? At Prime Dental Care, we make orthodontic treatment comfortable, convenient, and tailored to your goals. We proudly serve patients in Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Palm Harbor, Largo, Dunedin, Belleair, and Tampa.